Not just the soldering (though yes, that too). Harness assembly. Cable routing. Prototype Wire Person — Surrey — Permanent Cutting-edge defence & technology manufacturer We’re a well-established, well-respected engineering company building genuinely fascinating bespoke kit — and our prototyping team needs a hands-on wire person who can take a schematic from paper to prototype without breaking a sweat.
Build cable harnesses and assemblies to a high standard Route cables neatly, logically, and in a way that the next engineer won’t curse you for If you can demonstrate you’re solid on schematics and harness work, you’ll stand out immediately.
Soldering to IPC-A-610 standards (yes, this matters too — but you knew that) Building and modifying prototypes in a fast-moving R&D environment Conducting basic inspection and continuity testing Proven, hands-on experience in wiring and cable assembly — this is the headline skill Skilled crimping and soldering hands Eligibility to obtain UK security clearance
Bonus points for: Mechanical assembly experience Paid overtime or TOIL — up to 24 extra days per year ⏰ Flexible working around core hours — no 8am starts Private medical — 50+ clinics and hospitals nationwide ️ 24 days holiday + bank holidays + Christmas closedown Generous pension — 14% total (7% employer matched) Cycle to work scheme Tech salary loans Relocation package available Clear career progression — Engineer → Senior → Principal → Technical Director
This role is subject to UK security clearance. Ready to prove your wiring is as good as your soldering?…