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Instrument Technician
Job Posted: 6 days ago
Salary: £ 28,000 - 32,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Lewes, East Sussex
Expire in: 22 days
Job Description
Instrument Technician
Location: near East Hoathly, East Sussex
Salary: £28,000–£32,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Hours: Monday–Friday, full-time, permanent
Are you an experienced Instrument Technician with strong electro-mechanical assembly and testing skills? This is an opportunity to join a leading scientific instrument manufacturer supplying precision vacuum systems to a global customer base.
You’ll work as part of a small, skilled production team, assembling, wiring, testing, and calibrating complex instruments. The role involves both hands-on mechanical and electrical work, interpreting engineering drawings, and performing final inspections to ensure products meet exacting standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Assemble and test precision vacuum instruments from kits of parts.
* Carry out electro-mechanical wiring, soldering, and calibration.
* Perform fault-finding, repairs, and occasional site installations.
* Maintain accurate production and test records.
* Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing practices.
Ideal Candidate
* Background in electro-mechanical assembly or test engineering.
* Able to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics.
* Competent with hand tools, test meters, and inspection gauges.
* Motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of working with minimal supervision.
* HNC/HND or equivalent in mechanical, electrical, or electronic engineering (advantageous).
* Full UK driving licence and own transport (rural site).
This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys hands-on technical work in a clean, modern environment, contributing directly to the production of high-quality scientific equipment used worldwide.
TPA Recruit is a specialist recruitment agency acting on behalf of our client to source and assess suitable candidates for this position. All applications will be reviewed and processed by our team, who will liaise directly with shortlisted individuals throughout the hiring processBefore You Apply
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