Engineering Laboratory Technician
As a Lab Technician, you will work in our Test Laboratory located at our UK manufacturing plant in Parham, Suffolk. You will support the Research and Development team, working alongside the Product Designers, Application Engineers, and Quality team. Your responsibilities responsibilities will include:
1. Take responsibility and ownership for the care and maintenance of equipment in the test lab.
2. Maintain a clean and tidy work environment.
3. Prepare samples for mechanical and environmental testing.
4. Undertake tests and record results.
5. Audit and inspect the performance and attributes of finished products periodically.
The role will report into the Director of Research and Development.
In return, we offer:
* Salary up to £32,000 p.a.
* Discretion 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
* Discretionary bonus scheme.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Life assurance.
* Health Insurance, cycle to work scheme, and other benefits.
You will make an impact in the following way:
* Plan, set up, and undertake controlled tests and trials according to internal and international standards.
* Develop and manage test procedures and standards.
* Ensure accurate recording and reporting of all tests and trials.
* Provide technical support on New Product Development projects.
* Manage or liaise with 3rd party test houses during outsourced testing.
* Conduct investigations into quality issues in a methodical manner.
What you will bring:
* Experience working in a manufacturing industry for +3 years is an advantage.
* Understanding of physics principles related to testing.
* Experience in following set instructions/processes and producing reports.
* English, Mathematics, and Sciences GCSEs or equivalent.
* Preferably HNC or BEng Degree in a related discipline.
Let’s Write the Next 100 Years Together.
Join a global community striving to improve connectivity and security. We offer you:
* Hybrid and remote work practices where feasible.
* Flexible working hours.
* Employee stock purchase plan.
* Parental leave benefits.
* Paid leave for volunteer work in your community.
* Multiple and frequent training opportunities.
* Professional talent management and succession planning.
* Corporate health and well-being initiatives.
* Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.
These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this job.
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