Position: Engineering Technician Location: Hook, Basingstoke Salary: 25,000- 30,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Technician to join a growing engineering team based in Hook, near Basingstoke. This hands-on role is ideal for someone with a passion for testing, problem-solving, and working with cutting-edge electro-mechanical systems. The successful candidate will support the development and refinement of specialised technical equipment through structured testing, assembly, and troubleshooting. Working closely with engineers and technical staff, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality, reliable products for use in real-world applications. Job Overview Plan and carry out structured test procedures on complex automated systems Assemble, test, and validate mechanical and electronic components and prototypes Analyse and clearly present test data to engineering teams Assist in diagnosing and resolving equipment issues alongside design engineers Maintain a clean, organised, and safe laboratory/test environment Provide occasional support to other departments, such as preparing kit for demonstrations Requirements A practical, hands-on technician with strong problem-solving skills Comfortable working across multiple disciplines including mechanical, electrical, and software systems Able to manage time effectively and adapt to changing priorities Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach Attention to detail and a methodical working style Demonstrable experience in structured testing and clear documentation of results Practical skills such as soldering, assembling test rigs, or setting up lab equipment Able to work independently and take initiative when required Willingness to learn across a broad range of engineering topics BTEC, HND, or degree in an engineering-related discipline Previous experience in a test lab or systems testing environment Basic knowledge of electronics or embedded platforms (e.g., Arduino or Raspberry Pi) Familiarity with tools like Jira or other project tracking systems Salary & Benefits Salary between 25,000-30,000, depending on experience Complimentary lunches provided daily (including sandwiches, baguettes, salads, and hot meals) Discretionary bonus equivalent to one month's salary Company closed over the Christmas period (includes 3 days holiday) 40-hour working week Free on-site parking Pension scheme Holiday entitlement Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries. We are acting as a Recruitment Agency in relation to this vacancy, and in accordance with GDPR by applying you are granting us consent to process your data, contact you about the services we offer, and submit your CV for the role you have applied for. TPBN1_UKTJ
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Engineering Technician