Job Description
Inspection Technician
Location: Edinburgh (on-site)
Duration: Initially until 31st March 2027
Rate: 30.81 p/h Umbrella + 30% shift allowance
IR35: Inside
Clearance: SC Clearance required
Overview
An on-site contract role focused on detailed visual inspection of microelectronic components, sub-assemblies and PCBs, working to defined instructions/SOPs within a controlled manufacturing environment (cleanroom / temperature & humidity controlled). Shift pattern is 4 days on / 4 days off (7:00am-17:30pm).
Responsibilities:
Conduct detailed visual inspections of microelectronic components, Sub-Assemblies and PCBs to identify defects
Follow work instructions and standard operating procedures
Maintain cleanroom or controlled-environment discipline where required
Collaborate with quality and engineering teams to resolve precision-related issues
Skillset/experience required:
Proven experience in electronics inspection
IPC 610 certified preferable
Exceptional fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
Superior attention to detail and error detection
Previous work in precision manufacturing, micro-assembly, electronics or similar fields
Manufacturing / Production working environment (Cleanroom & Temperature and Humidity Controlled)
Familiarity with Microscope, precision hand tools and micro-assembly equipment
