At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. 

Job Overview

TE Connectivity Wire and Cable Swindon are looking to develop a skilled and enthusiastic Product Technician to be a key part of our Aerospace, Defense and Marine Engineering team. This is an excellent opportunity for an apprentice to learn mechanical, electrical and environmental product test methods, and gain experience in operating laboratory scale test and processing equipment, such as, Extruder, Mixer, Plaque press, Tensometer, Insulation Resistance Meter, Fluke tester. We offer excellent training package, as well as opportunity to learn from our experienced product engineers and material scientists.

Key tasks of the job:

· Wire and cable product testing (i.e. mechanical, environmental, electrical)

· Operating lab scale processing equipment (i.e. extruder, mixer, press)

· Interpretation of Product Drawings

· Interpretation of Product specification and standards

· Writing reports and procedures

· General laboratory house keeping

· Participation in training courses.

What your background should look like:

Qualifications & specialist training required: A Level / BTEC in science or engineering discipline.

Particular skill / aptitude required:

· Excellent communication skills written and verbal,

· Practical/hands on approach to problem solving,

· Able to follow prescribed methods and accurately document results,

· A keen interest in engineering or science,

· Be open and approachable, excellent team working skills,

· ‘Can do’ attitude

Job Specific Training:

· Suitable lab training will be provided.

· Study part-time at college for a higher/degree level qualification, TECHNICIAN SCIENTIST LEVEL 5 APPRENTICESHIP

Competencies

ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity is a global technology leader enabling a secure, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions have been proven in the most demanding environments, enabling advancements in transportation, industrial applications, medical technology, energy technology, data communications, and for the home. With more than 85,000 employees, including more than 7,500 engineers, we work with customers in nearly 140 countries. TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat and Twitter.

WHAT TE CONNECTIVITY OFFERS:
We are pleased to offer you an exciting total package that can also be flexibly adapted to changing life situations - the well-being of our employees is our top priority!

•    Competitive Salary Package
•    Performance-Based Bonus Plans
•    Health and Wellness Incentives
•    Employee Stock Purchase Program
•    Community Outreach Programs / Charity Events
•    Employee Resource Group

Across our global sites and business units, we put together packages of benefits that are either supported by TE itself or provided by external service providers. In principle, the benefits offered can vary from site to site.