Company Description
Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place.
Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.
Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.
This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.
Job Description
Job Purpose:
The Repair specialist is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and testing defective service parts for X-ray and trace detection equipment. This role requires a detail-oriented individual with strong technical skills and a commitment to quality. Work is performed in a repair depot environment with exposure to electronic equipment and tools.
Based in Dublin, please be aware that there will be required to attend a 2 week training course in the United States.
Duties:
- Diagnose and troubleshoot defective service parts for X-ray and trace detection equipment down to the component level
- Perform repairs and maintenance on equipment components to ensure optimal functionality.
- Test repaired parts to verify proper operation and compliance with specifications.
- Document repair processes and maintain accurate records of work performed.
- Collaborate with other technicians and engineers to resolve complex technical issues.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
- Provide feedback on recurring issues and suggest improvements to repair processes.
Qualifications
About You:
- Proven experience in electronics repair and maintenance - perhaps you're working as a Field Service Engineer now and don't want to travel to different sites.
- Technical certification or relevant experience (IPC J-STD-001 soldering certification is a plus)
- Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical manuals
- Attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Physically able to lift/move equipment as needed
Bonus Skills
- Experience with X-ray or detection equipment
- Familiarity with continuous improvement and process optimisation
- Knowledge of depot service environments or similar repair settings
Additional Information
We offer…
Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.
Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.
We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.
At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)
