We are seeking a skilled and motivated Emissions Measurement Technician to join our clients team at a dedicated, state-of-the-art Research & Development Centre in Peterborough. In this fast-paced and professional environment, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Emissions Measurement maintenance department. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge emissions measurement technology and contribute to the development of future products.
Location: Peterborough, UK
Job Type: Full-time, 12-month rolling contract
Pay rate: £19.85 - £22.85 per hour basic rate (+22% uplift for the shifts)
Hours: Earlies (05:30-14:00), Days (07:00-16:30), Afternoons (13:00-22:30). This role includes weekend working - 1 weekend in 4.
Key Responsibilities:
Install, service, calibrate, and maintain the fleet of advanced emissions measurement equipment.
Assist engineers in conducting technical investigations of current and future emissions measurement technologies.
Perform Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) and calibration of emissions measurement equipment.
Oversee the operation of measurement equipment and conduct diagnostic investigations.
Make modifications to facility plant, test rigs, and equipment.
Provide first-line breakdown cover to ensure minimal disruption to our testing schedules.
Evaluate products and processes within the emissions measurement discipline.
Skills & Experience Required:
Essential:
Proven experience in plant or instrumentation maintenance.
A technical apprenticeship with an electro-mechanical bias or equivalent extensive industry experience.
The ability to continuously learn and share knowledge with your peers.
A proactive and self-starting approach to tasks.
A strong understanding of Root Cause Analysis techniques and Permanent Corrective Actions.
Practical experience and theoretical knowledge of gaseous and/or particulate measurement.
A strong commitment to safety in the workplace.
Experience with Horiba MEXA Gaseous Analysers.
Knowledge of Sierra/Cambustion Particulate Analysers and partial flow systems.
Familiarity with AVL Smoke/MicroSoot/Opacimeter instruments.
Experience working in an engine test cell environment.
Previous experience in an engineering technician role.
What We're Looking For:
The ideal candidate will be a strong team player with a customer-focused attitude. You must be able to adapt to a fast-paced working environment, maintain high work standards, and possess a keen eye for detail. The ability to read and understand technical drawings and schematics is also essential.
If you are a self-motivated individual with a passion for technology and a desire to work in a dynamic and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply.
Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy