Technical Assistant

Matchtech is seeking a PCB Layout Technical Assistant for a permanent role in Staffordshire, offering hybrid working and flexible hours. This position presents an excellent opportunity to join a reputable Defence and Security company with a diverse portfolio. The successful candidate will support the full PCB design lifecycle, collaborating with engineers to ensure high-quality layouts meet stringent standards. Essential qualifications include a minimum HND in Electrical Engineering and expertise in high-integrity design processes. The role offers competitive compensation, including flexible working, annual bonuses, and comprehensive healthcare benefits. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply even if they don't meet every requirement.

Job Title: Technical Assistant
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Staffordshire
Working: The role offers hybrid working with flexible hours and no core hours.
Who We Are & What’s on Offer
Matchtech has partnered with a leading Defence and Security company seeking a PCB Layout Technical Assistant for a permanent role.
This is a fantastic chance to join a trusted, reputable organisation with a diverse Defence & Maritime portfolio-offering a solid entry point into engineering and excellent career progression opportunities.
Where You’ll Make an Impact
As a PCB Layout Technical Assistant, you’ll support the full PCB design lifecycle – from approved schematics to production-ready data packs.
Working in a fast-paced, high-integrity environment, you’ll collaborate with engineers across disciplines to deliver layouts that meet exacting electrical, mechanical, and manufacturability standards.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Design & Development Leadership
Lead the design of innovative equipment while enhancing existing products with smart, future-ready improvements to maintain exceptional quality and performance standards.
Technical Authority
Define clear specifications, conduct detailed analysis, and lead system integration to ensure rigorous testing and reliable performance.
Project Delivery & Collaboration
Provide hands-on build support and collaborate with suppliers and sub-contractors to ensure accurate execution and seamless delivery.
The Essentials You’ll Need
Qualifications: Hold a minimum HND in Electrical Engineering.
Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of high-integrity design processes, with broad knowledge across systems and mechanical engineering disciplines.
Design & Quality: Proven expertise in managing design lifecycle phases, from gated reviews through to final quality assurance, ensuring top-tier outcomes.
Communication Skills: Confident in delivering client-facing presentations and engaging effectively with customers.
Interpersonal Attributes: Excellent communication skills, able to clearly articulate technical concepts and build strong client relationships.
You’ll need solid skills as a Technical Assistant, and while experience in Defence, Aerospace, safety-regulated industries, or Naval/Maritime is a bonus, it’s not a dealbreaker.
Your Compensation & Perks:
Flexible working with no core hours – manage your time monthly.
Annual bonus and yearly salary reviews.
Casual dress code.
25 days holiday plus Christmas shutdown, with option to buy or sell leave.
Access to private healthcare, dental, and critical illness cover via salary sacrifice.
Life cover at 4x annual salary.
Reward hub offering discounts at 200+ online stores.
How to Join the Team
If you’ve got Technical Assistant experience with PCB layout skills and the right qualification, we’d love to hear from you – even if you don’t tick every box, go ahead and Apply!