A leading global technology company in the energy sector is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Test Engineer to join its on-site operations team in Cumbria.
In this role, you will be responsible for performing a range of technical and mechanical tasks to support production, assembly, and testing processes. You will contribute to maintaining high-quality standards and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Perform technical duties across mechanical, electronic, and system-based projects.
Conduct testing, measurements, and process controls on key production lines.
Read and interpret engineering drawings and job documentation ( work orders, bills of materials).
Troubleshoot and repair product or process issues.
Maintain tools, machinery, and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Support continuous improvement using modern manufacturing principles.
Key Skills
Hands on experience in mechanical assembly, testing, or manufacturing environments.
Ability to read blueprints and perform precision tasks such as wire preparation, crimping, and harness termination.
Familiarity with hydraulic, electronic, and mechanical systems.
Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.....Read more...
A leading global technology company in the energy sector is seeking a Mechanical Assembly Test Engineer to join its on-site operations team in Cumbria.
In this role, you will be responsible for performing a range of technical and mechanical tasks to support production, assembly, and testing processes. You will contribute to maintaining high-quality standards and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities
Perform technical duties across mechanical, electronic, and system-based projects.
Conduct testing, measurements, and process controls on key production lines.
Read and interpret engineering drawings and job documentation ( work orders, bills of materials).
Troubleshoot and repair product or process issues.
Maintain tools, machinery, and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
Support continuous improvement using modern manufacturing principles.
Key Skills
Hands on experience in mechanical assembly, testing, or manufacturing environments.
Ability to read blueprints and perform precision tasks such as wire preparation, crimping, and harness termination.
Familiarity with hydraulic, electronic, and mechanical systems.
Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills.....Read more...
Graduate Electronic Design Engineer – Brackley
We are seeking a Graduate Electronic Design Engineer to join our client’s growing team in Brackley. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent Electronics Engineering graduate to begin their career within a leading designer and manufacturer specialising in prototype development and custom PCB assembly.
This role is ideal for a motivated graduate who is keen to develop hands-on experience in mixed-signal hardware design and embedded systems, working alongside experienced engineers to deliver innovative and robust electronic solutions.
Key Responsibilities for the Graduate Electronic Design Engineer job based in Brackley:
Support the design and development of mixed-signal electronic systems (analogue and digital circuits, microcontrollers, sensors, and power supplies).
Assist with schematic capture and PCB layout using industry-standard tools (e.G. Altium, KiCad, OrCAD).
Contribute to embedded C firmware development for microcontroller-based systems.
Support hardware bring-up, debugging, testing, and validation activities.
Conduct laboratory testing using oscilloscopes, multimeters, and logic analysers.
Assist with documentation, design reviews, and preparation of technical reports.
Work closely with cross-functional teams including mechanical, firmware, and test engineers.
Skills & Experience required for the Graduate Electronics Design Engineer job based in Brackley:
Degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, or a related discipline (2:1 or above preferred).
Understanding of analogue and digital electronics fundamentals.
Some academic or project experience with embedded C programming.
Familiarity with microcontrollers(e.G. ARM Cortex-M, STM32, or similar) is advantageous.
Exposure to PCB design tools through university projects.
Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude to learning.
Good communication skills and ability to work within a team environment.
Desirable:
Placement year or internship experience within an electronics or engineering environment.
To apply for this Graduate Electronic Design Engineer job based in Brackley, please contact Nicola King on 01582 878 839 / 07961 158788 or send your CV to nking@redlinegroup.Com
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a SMT Engineer based in Nottingham to join a world leading Engineering and Manufacturing company. This is a fantastic chance to join a company developing lifesaving, safety critical equipment.
You will be responsible for low power, safety critical hardware to work with new and existing products, which are installed in hazardous areas. You will lead and implement new design from initial concept though to launch.
The successful candidate for the SMT Engineer job based in Nottingham will have a strong background in, SMT, PCB and Final Product Assembly processes and techniques, have a good knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques including, OPF, Lean and 5S, also have a relevant degree or equivalent qualifications and also a strong working knowledge of electronic assembly and processes including IPC-A-610 and J-STD-001. Ideally you will have experience leading a team and working with SMT machines and strong man-management skills.
This is a unique opportunity to join a leader in their market who can offer the opportunity for career progression and personal development, joining a well-established manufacturing site in Nottingham.
To apply for this SMT Engineer, based in Nottingham, please send your CV and covering letter to Rwilcocks@redlinegroup.Com, or for more information contact Ricky Wilcocks on 01582 878810.....Read more...
Mechanical/Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Lincoln, Lincolnshire, UK
An excellent opportunity for an experienced Mechanical/Senior Mechanical Design Engineer to join a global RF technology group as part of a specialist R&D team in the UK. This role focuses on designing and developing advanced mechanical solutions for RF, antenna, and electronic systems used across aerospace, defence, naval, space, and medical applications.
This position is ideal for a highly motivated and innovative engineer with extensive experience in mechanical design for demanding environments, who thrives on solving complex technical challenges and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across international sites.
Main Responsibilities of the Mechanical/Senior Mechanical Design Engineer based in Lincoln, UK:
Lead and contribute to the mechanical design of RF, antenna, and system products from concept through CAD, prototyping, fabrication, and final assembly.
Collaborate closely with RF and electronics engineers to optimise designs for challenging applications and integrate systems effectively.
Produce detailed CAD models, drawings, and analysis for strength, vibration, thermal behaviour, environmental performance, and compliance with military standards (e.G., MIL-STD-810).
Support proposal generation with concept CAD, analysis, and presales input.
Develop and optimise prototypes, models, fixtures, and specialised test equipment.
Oversee environmental and mechanical testing, verification, and product qualification.
Work directly with suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure high-quality fabrication and testing.
Industrialise designs and manage handover to production, including documentation, training, and assembly instructions.
Produce technical reports, customer-facing documentation, and participate in design reviews with customers.
Requirements of the Mechanical/Senior Mechanical Design Engineer based in Lincoln, UK:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
Extensive experience in mechanical product design, ideally within defence, aerospace, naval, or space applications.
Proven ability to deliver designs from concept to CAD, fabrication, and final assembly.
Experience in design for environmental requirements including vibration, shock, humidity, and ingress protection.
Strong expertise in environmental qualification, product testing, and verification.
Mastery of CAD tools (e.G., Solidworks, Autodesk Inventor).
Knowledge of composites, structures, aerospace, robotics, or electromechanical systems.
Practical experience in prototyping, machining, and assembly.
Experience working with suppliers, machinists, and toolmakers.
Proven track record of working directly with customers in a consultative and collaborative manner.
Excellent problem-solving skills, resilience, and attention to detail.
Desirable Experience of the Mechanical/Senior Mechanical Design Engineer:
Shipborne, maritime, or space-related equipment.
Thermal, ingress, corrosion, and EMC considerations in enclosure design.
Mechanical design of healthcare-related products.
Experience with FEA tools and MATLAB.
To apply for this Senior Mechanical Design Engineer role based in Lincoln, UK, please send your CV to: kchandarana@redlinegroup.Com or call 01582 878 830 / 07961 158 784....Read more...
A Production Engineer is sought to join an established contract electronics manufacturing business in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, contributing to the successful and efficient production of electronic assemblies from PCB population through to final assembly, test, packing and despatch.
The Production Engineer, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, will be expected to develop your understanding in the field, learning from peers and senior engineers in production engineering and manufacturing best practices. This may include PCB data review, work instruction creation, test jig design, production troubleshooting, equipment monitoring, and continuous improvement activities within an electronics manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities include:
Work with client PCB design data, including Gerber and SMT pick-and-place files, converting them into clear and accurate production instructions.
Create and maintain detailed work procedures and issue production work instructions.
Develop and build production test jigs and wiring harnesses for programming devices.
Debug and resolve production issues, including fault finding to component level on failed devices.
Collaborate with product designers and internal teams to address manufacturability and production challenges.
Monitor production equipment performance, identifying, resolving, or escalating issues as required.
Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and reliability across manufacturing processes.
Key skills & experience:
Production experience within electronics manufacturing.
Strong understanding of electronic circuits to component level.
Experience reviewing PCB design files and preparing production documentation.
Experience with GC-Powerplace or equivalent systems.
Experience with Siemens Siplace Pro.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a production environment.
How to apply:
Apply now for the Production Engineer role in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Send your CV to adighton@redlinegroup.Com or call Adam on 01585878821.....Read more...
A global leading technology organisation based in Hampshire are Optical Engineer to join their expanding R&D facility based in Southampton, Hampshire.
As an Optical Engineer in Southampton, Hampshire you will be responsible for researching, designing, developing and manufacturing prototype high power laser systems and equipment, owning several laser projects concurrently. You will ensure constant communication with related areas of the business including R&D Engineering teams and manufacturing, to be able to oversee successful transfer of processes to production.
Some of the responsibilities of the Senior Optical Engineer based in H Southampton, Hampshire:
Take ownership of new high power laser product development activities from concept to transfer to production; work with other Engineers (optical, mechanical, electronics and the customers) to define and agree on requirements, develop designs and innovative technical solutions.
Experience of working on High Power (kW power level) fibre or bulk lasers
Design and run experiments, feasibility studies and assembly and testing of prototypes, identifying problems and applying new and innovative solutions.
Skills/Experienced needed from the Optical Engineer:
High level of hands-on experience with High Power (kW power level) fibre or bulk lasers.
Specialist knowledge of the physics of fibre and/or bulk laser technology.
Good understanding of optical, electronic and mechanical requirements for industrial reliability.
APPLY NOW for this Senior Optical Engineer position based in Hampshire by sending your CV to TDrew@redlinegroup.Com quoting ref. THD1296 or if you'd like more information before applying, you can call Tom Drew on 01582 878848. Otherwise, we always welcome the opportunity to discuss other engineering jobs.....Read more...
Duties will include:
As an apprentice with Axis Electronics you will be given the opportunity to move around the company, working in various areas of the business staying with each department for six months at a time under the supervision of experienced colleagues, combining on-the-job training with structured learning
You will be sorting and inspecting components before they are used in assembly, checking for defects or missing parts to ensure everything is ready for production
Assemble mechanical parts and systems using tools and equipment, following technical drawings and instructions to ensure accuracy
You will be working with Surface Mount Technology (SMT), loading and operating machines that place tiny electronic components onto circuit boards, ensuring components are placed correctly for the next step in assembly
Operating Flow Solder Machines:
As well as soldering by hand to repair or adjust components that may need more precise soldering
Supporting Production Engineering to help improve manufacturing processes to make them faster, cheaper, and more reliable
Troubleshoot any issues during production and suggest improvements
To perform electrical and functional tests on finished products to make sure they work as expected
Record test results and report any issues to the team for further action
Track and organise materials and parts needed for production, ensuring the right items are available at the right time to keep production flowing smoothly
Assisting with Goods in and Goods out, receiving raw materials (Goods In) and check them for quality before storing them. As well as packing and sending out finished products (Goods Out), making sure they are correctly labelled and meet all standards
College attendance will begin in September 2026.Training:
EAL Level 3 NVQ Extended Diploma in Engineering Maintenance
Pearson BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Engineering and Manufacturing support Technologies (Development Technical Knowledge)
Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to progress into roles such as Test Engineer, Production Engineer, Team Leader, or Production Technician
This is a chance to complete your Level 3 qualification and potentially advance to further education, such as a HNC or HND, for continued professional development and career growth
Employer Description:Originally part of a leading international electronics company, and now part of the international Cicor Group, Axis Electronics was formed in 1995 as an independent UK based contract electronic manufacturing services provider with a unique combination of service and technological capabilities.Working Hours :Monday - Thursday, 7.30am - 4.30pm and Friday, 7.30am -- 12.30pmSkills: communication skills,positive attitude,Organisation skills,Passion for engineering....Read more...
