R&D Technician / Engineer
Location: Outskirts of Bristol - North Somerset end
Salary up to £30,000 - £45,000 + Yearly Bonus + excellent company benefits
Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.
You must be Security Cleared or be eligible for SC Clearance
NexGen Associates are working with a fantastic client who is a rapidly growing and dynamic organisation, offering consistently engaging and challenging work. To seize a significant growth opportunity, they are seeking top industry talent.
Ideally our client are looking for a graduate, post-apprenticeship, or degree apprentice graduate, with relevant background in science or engineering discipline. Competent with a range of hands-on R&D activities, including basic electronics, soldering, wiring, mechanical assembly, CAD design and 3D printing, use of lab test equipment, planning and conducting experiments, data capture and trials. You must have good communication and technical writing skills for contributing to project meetings and generating reports and presentations.
Our client are looking for a practical, hands-on R&D Technician or Graduate Engineer/Scientist to support the development, testing and demonstration of advanced sensing and prototype systems.
Key Responsibilities:
* Build, assemble and test R&D prototype systems.
* Carry out basic electronics work including soldering, wiring and board assembly.
* Use CAD software and 3D printing to produce mechanical components.
* Operate lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies).
* Plan and conduct experiments, capture data and participate in system trials.
* Record results and contribute to technical reports and presentations.
* Work closely with engineers and scientists to support project goals.
Required Skills & Experience:
* Degree, apprenticeship, or equivalent qualification in engineering or science.
* Competence with basic electronics and workshop tools.
* Experience using test and measurement equipment.
* Familiarity with CAD and 3D printing tools.
* Strong attention to detail and methodical working habits.
* Clear communication and technical writing skills.
* UK national, eligible for security clearance.
In return, they provide an exciting career path that supports your ambitions, involving exposure to advanced technology solutions in specialised projects. Their close, collaborative relationships with clients enable you to work directly with end to end users.
This role is with a company that undertake exciting Technology Research & Development projects for a variety of clients and sectors and is a very supportive company who excels in developing there employees and culture fit is everything!
Benefits:
* 28 days holiday
* Private Medical Cover
* 5% Employers Pension Contribution
* Tailored Training and Development