Mechanical Technician

Mechanical Technician Location: Swindon Hours: Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 DOE * Be open to Training in Portugal for short periods About the Mechanical Technician Role We're looking for an experienced Mechanical Technician to join a skilled engineering and production team responsible for assembling, integrating, testing, and maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems and sub-assemblies. This is a hands-on position requiring strong mechanical and electrical assembly skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work within a quality-driven manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities of the Mechanical Technician * Carry out the assembly and integration of structures, assemblies, and mechanical sub-assemblies * Perform precision drilling, fastening, bracket installation, and harness routing * Conduct inspections on composite, metallic, and hybrid structures * Complete rigging, alignment, and mechanical adjustment activities * Identify, document, and report defects, damage, or non-conformities * Install, wire, and troubleshoot electrical and electronic systems, including control systems, sensors, power distribution, and communication equipment * Support software and firmware loading and system configuration where required * Conduct testing, functional checks, and support system readiness activities * Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and system faults using appropriate test equipment * Read and work from engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, technical schematics, work instructions, and maintenance documentation * Maintain accurate certification records, maintenance documentation, component traceability, and non-conformance reports * Work to production schedules and project deadlines * Maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and housekeeping at all times What We're Looking For in a Mechanical Technician * Previous experience in a Mechanical Technician, Assembly Technician, Fitter, Maintenance Technician, or precision manufacturing role is essential * Experience with bracketry, harnessing, drilling, fastening, and mechanical assembly * Basic Electrical experience and integrating all systems * Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics * Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills * Excellent attention to detail with a quality-focused approach * Self-motivated and adaptable with the ability to work independently and as part of a team * Good written and verbal communication skills * Ability to work effectively to deadlines and quality requirements * Health & Safety conscious with a professional approach to workmanship * Full UK driving licence Benefits * £30-40k * 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays * Company pension scheme * Bonus * Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) * Private medical and dental If you are interested in the Mechanical Technician role, APPLY NOW or call Jacob at Orion Electrotech on 0118 923 9228. JBRP1_UKTJ