NPW PCA Test Support Technician

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Did you know that the solutions we develop are a key part of most industries? Electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more.

We´re everywhere! Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow.

Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning. Interested in being part of our team?

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Electronics Test Support Technician

This is a 6 month secondment opportunity either a perm or temp menber of staff for an ICT Fixture Technician.

Mission

To provide technician level first-line support for all PCA Test Systems in Operations, with the main focus being the fixture re-probing project.

Main Duties & Key Skills

• Work with PCA manufacturing engineers to progress FTTFR reduction project. Inspect test fixtures for long-travel or removed probes and feedback to fixture supplier to ensure information up to date. Carry out re-probing and re-gasketing of fixtures after their oven profiles are updated.

• Carry out extra heavy overhall of PCA fixtures ¼ and ¾ life points, as part of full lifecycle maintenance process.

• Carry out annual inspection and servicing of all ATEs and functional test systems.

• Carry out TEG level ATE fixture repeairs flagged up during maintenance inspections (eg gas strut replacement).

• Manage spares stocks.

• Organise ATE backing pump maintenance.

• Maintain Test Support workshop.

• Aid in building, commisioning and acceptance of new test systems.

• Initial first level investigation on failed functional test systems.

Qualifications

• Education level: A-level NVQ level 3, or ONC in Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).

• Be able to read circuit schematics.

• Methodical and eye for detail.

• Ability to accurately interpret and follow technical instructions.

Other requirements: Good team working ability and interpersonal communications skills are critical. Flexibility to perform multiple roles as part of a small team. Outgoing personality and ability to identify improvements and effect change

What we offer

We are a friendly team with a family feel, where people support each other, and you will be welcomed with a smile as you move around the site.

Our managers are dedicated to developing and supporting their teams, putting in place personal development plans to help you meet your personal goals. As part of the Atlas Copco Group, you have access to a world of opportunities with our internal development openings and an environment where individuals are empowered to act. Our mission in to be sustainable and profitable, delivering efficient production and reliable products. With a vision to be first in mind, first in choice to our customers.

Benefits include:

• Pension with an employer contribution up to 8%

• Annual bonus starting at 7.5%

• Relocation package if applicable

• Flexible working

• Health Cash plan, worth up to £860 per year

• Subsidised canteen

• Cycle to work scheme

• Valued recognition programme, earning gifts, vouchers, and long service awards

• 33 days holiday per year (inclusive of bank holidays)

• Wellbeing programme supporting, physical health, mental wellbeing, social connectedness, and sense of purpose

• Running club

• Fitness app, with stream-able classes

• Free fruit

About Edwards

Edwards Innovation Hub

We want to be a workplace for everyone. At Edwards we know that diversity and inclusion are critical to our long-term success. We know that diversity and inclusion help us understand our customers’ needs and strengthen employee motivation, productivity, innovation and results. Edwards invite applications from candidates looking for full time and job share opportunities.

Edwards is a leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated vacuum products, exhaust management systems and related value-added services. Edwards solutions are integral to manufacturing processes for semiconductors, flat panel displays, LEDs and solar cells. They are also used within an increasingly diverse range of industrial processes including power, glass and other coating applications; steel and other metallurgy; pharmaceutical and chemical; and for scientific instruments in a wide range of R&D applications.

Edwards has over 4,000 employees worldwide engaged in the design, manufacture and support of high technology vacuum and exhaust management equipment. Edwards has state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Europe, Asia and North America.

Diverse by nature and inclusive by choice
Bright ideas come from all of us. The more unique perspectives we embrace, the more innovative we are. Together we build a culture where difference is valued and we share a deep sense of purpose and belonging.