Test Technician in Luton, Bedfordshire

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  • Luton, Bedfordshire
  • £17.95 - £21.54/hour Shift Allowance
  • Manufacturing/Surveying
  • Contract
Date posted: 22/09/2026 11:08:46 AM

Description

We are recruiting an experienced Test Technician to join a well-established electronics manufacturing business in Luton. This is a hands-on position involving the testing, diagnosis and repair of electronic production units and PCBs. The successful candidate will need strong component-level fault-finding skills and previous experience working within an electronics manufacturing or production environment. Key responsibilities * Test complete electronic production units and PCB assemblies * Diagnose faults and carry out repairs to component level * Investigate production failures and complete root-cause analysis * Repair PCB, test-equipment and electronic component failures * Maintain test equipment and respond to equipment breakdowns * Test PCBs used within high-voltage applications * Rework SMT and through-hole components * Prepare accurate test, fault and failure reports * Support the investigation of customer returns and warranty issues * Work closely with production, quality and engineering teams * Support continuous-improvement, 5S and quality initiatives * Ensure work meets relevant IPC, ISO and production standards Skills and experience required * Previous experience as an Electronics Test Technician, Electronics Technician, Repair Technician or similar * Strong electronic and PCB fault-finding experience * Ability to diagnose and repair faults to component level * Experience working with SMT and through-hole components * Understanding of technical drawings and testing procedures * Confident using electronic test equipment * Good written communication and report-writing skills * A formal electronics or electrical qualification, ideally Level 3, ONC/OND, HNC or degree * Experience within electronics or electrical manufacturing * Ability to work a rotating early and late shift pattern Knowledge of IPC-A-610, high-voltage testing, SAP or another ERP system would be advantageous. Shifts: Rotating bi-weekly, 06:00–14:00 and 14:00–22:00 This is an excellent temp-to-perm opportunity offering a competitive hourly rate and the chance to join an established technical manufacturing team. Apply today with your current CV for immediate consideration

Job Details

Location Luton, Bedfordshire
Job Type Contract
Language English
Salary £17.95 - £21.54/hour Shift Allowance
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