Electronics Production Engineer
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Benefits Generous Vacation and Holidays: We understand the importance of work-life balance. Enjoy 30 days of vacation per year, in addition to bank holidays and a special break during the Christmas/New Year period. Office Comforts Fund: Receive £200/month allowance specifically designed to enhance your workspace, making your environment more comfortable and productive. This fund can also be utilized for snacks and continuous learning resources, ensuring you remain at the forefront of industry knowledge. About Goldilock Join us in our mission at Goldilock, where we're trailblazing the future of network security. Our commitment is unwavering: to revolutionize the OT networks across multiple industries. Every product in our range is crafted with precision, addressing both the technical and cybersecurity challenges inherent to operational technology networks. We pride ourselves on creating networking solutions that are not only robust and reliable but also secure enough to withstand the tests of time. Goldilock's flagship product: A unique OSI Layer 1 network appliance which gives system administrators the capability of physically connecting or disconnecting networks remotely, without using the internet. Job Overview As an Electronics Production Engineer at Goldilock, you will take a lead role in all in-house manufacturing activities, including both electronics and mechanical aspects. This role requires a blend of hands-on technical work and strategic oversight, encompassing everything from PCB assembly to prototype development using 3D printing technologies. You will be instrumental in evolving our production processes and implementing cutting-edge technologies to enhance our product offerings. Key Responsibilities
- PCBA Production: Oversee the assembly of printed circuit boards using automated equipment like Pick and Place machines and reflow ovens, as well as manual soldering and reworking. Ensure all PCBs are assembled efficiently and meet quality standards.
- Mechanical Assembly: Manage the mechanical assembly of PCBs into chassis, ensuring components fit correctly and function as intended.
- Quality Assurance Collaboration: Collaborate with our QA Engineer to develop and refine production testing procedures and documentation, ensuring consistent product quality and reliability.
- Prototype Development: Take charge of mechanical production tasks, including the 3D printing of prototype enclosures and test equipment. Utilize these capabilities to support R&D efforts and streamline production processes.
- Process Optimization: Continuously analyse and optimize manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and maintain high-quality standards.
- Component Stock Management: Responsible for the management and organization of component stocks, ensuring availability and accessibility of essential materials and parts. Maintain accurate inventory records to prevent production delays.
- Lab Organization: Keep the production lab well-organized and efficient. This includes maintaining tools and equipment, ensuring a clean and safe working environment, and optimizing layout for maximum productivity.
- Essential Experience: Proven experience in electronics manufacturing, specifically with PCBA production. Familiarity with electronic assembly and testing equipment is crucial.
- Desirable Experience: Experience in mechanical production, including working with 3D printers, is highly desirable but not required.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in using manufacturing-related software and hardware, including CAD software for designing and modifying electronic and mechanical components.
- Innovative Thinking: Creative problem-solving skills with the ability to apply innovative solutions to manufacturing challenges.
- Communication and Collaboration : Excellent communication skills, capable of working collaboratively across departments to integrate new technologies and improve production processes.
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