Responsibilities
* Be responsible for the setup and operation of the Load Control System and Tensile Test Machines
* Calibrate, set up and install a variety of transducers, including Linear Variable Displacement Transducers, Load Cells and Strain Gauges
* Be familiar with Data Acquisition Systems and set up appropriately for test work
* Be involved in helping the customer to define test requirements within the scope of the Lab capabilities
* Produce estimated costings to the Customer, working to adhere to delivering OTOCOQ
* Design, procure and manufacture suitable fixturing to interface with test hardware
* Write detailed test reports for both internal and external customers
* Set up and operate Load Control and Data Acquisition Systems, and design, set up and run complex static and fatigue tests
Qualifications
* HND/HNC in a STEM field, or vocational equivalent
* Strong technical background in Instrumentation and Load Control Systems
* Experience with hydraulic and electric actuators
* Ability to develop and manage relationships with a variety of stakeholders
Desirable skills
* Experience with installation of strain gauges on test hardware
* Familiarity with calibration processes
* Previous Crane/FLT experience, with training provided
* AGILE/LEAN Six Sigma Practitioner
* Basic coding experience
Benefits
* Paid annual leave: 25 days per year, increasing to 26, 27, 28 days after 5, 10, 15 years of service
* Dynamic Working policies offer flexible hours, location, paid overtime and time in lieu
* Retirement Savings Plan: 4% employee + 6% employer contributions (both increase up to 2%)
* Financial awareness webinars and education resources
* Share Incentive Plan (tax‑efficient share purchase)
* Mortgage advice and webinars
* Season Ticket Loan: access to public transport season ticket value spread over 12 months
* Critical Illness benefit: tax‑free lump sum for medical expenses and lifestyle adjustments
* Employee Assistance Programme: free confidential counselling up to 8 sessions
* Voluntary Private Medical Insurance (multiple plans) and company‑funded insurance for eligible grades
* Dental and healthcare cash‑back plans with multiple coverage levels
* Healthcare and leisure cash‑back for medical, dental, optician, and recreational services
Salary and Working Conditions
Salary: Circa £52,500 depending on experience.
Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4 days per week on‑site due to workload classification.
Security Clearance
British citizenship or dual UK citizenship required; all successful candidates must undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) and pass required restrictions on nationality and/or rights to work.
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