Job Title: Scientific Instrument Assembler
Location: Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire
Salary: £28,000 £31,000 per year
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Are you highly skilled in precision assembly and looking for a long-term opportunity with a respected UK manufacturer? Our client, a well-established scientific instrument company based in Hoddesdon, is seeking a Scientific Instrument Assembler to join their dedicated team. Their innovative analysers support cutting-edge plant growth research around the world, and every product is proudly designed and built in the UK.
About the Role: As a Scientific Instrument Assembler, you will play a key role in the production of complex, high-precision instruments. You'll be assembling small, intricate components with consistent accuracy and care, ensuring each product meets exacting standards.
Key Responsibilities: Assemble scientific instruments and precision components to a high standard
Work with detailed engineering drawings and instructions
Carry out occasional machine shop tasks (e.g. drilling, tapping, basic lathe work)
Support the modification or creation of jigs and bespoke parts as required
Maintain a clean, organised work area and contribute to quality control
What Were Looking For: Proven experience assembling scientific instruments or similar precision products
Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
Understanding of technical drawings and specifications
Competence in basic machining tasks
Enthusiastic, motivated, and methodical approach to work
Engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (advantageous)
Benefits: Salary: £28,000 £31,000 DOE
37-hour work week with early Friday finishes
25 days annual leave + statutory holidays
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Friendly and supportive working environment
Location: The role is based in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire . Applicants must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting.
Apply today to become part of a company making a global impact in scientific research.
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