Materials Processing Lab Technician – R&D

Evolve Scientific; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolve Scientific Recruitment is partnering with a leading Australian science and technology organisation in Lucas Heights to recruit a Laboratory Technical Officer. The role is hands-on, supporting preparation and processing of powder and liquid materials for research projects in a collaborative team.

Reporting to an engineering manager, you will operate specialised equipment, record data and follow SOPs. This permanent position offers training, development and exposure to pilot plant

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical/Process Engineering or related discipline.
• Hands-on laboratory, manufacturing or materials processing experience preferred.
• Exposure to mixing, blending, granulation, batching or powder processing is highly regarded.
• Good mechanical aptitude and confidence working with equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow technical procedures.
• Understanding of laboratory safety, quality systems and documentation.
• Early-career candidates with relevant practical experience are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, mix, blend and process powder and liquid materials.
• Operate specialised laboratory and materials processing equipment.
• Assist with equipment cleaning, maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Follow SOPs, work instructions and safety procedures.
• Accurately record process data, observations and results.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, workspaces and quality standards.
• Support ongoing materials development and processing projects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Follow procedures

Safety consciousness

Education

Tertiary qualification in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Chemical/Process Engineering or related

Tools

Laboratory equipment

Quality systems documentation

Job description

Evolve Scientific Recruitment is partnering with a leading Australian science and technology organisation in Lucas Heights to recruit a Laboratory Technical Officer. The role is hands-on, supporting preparation and processing of powder and liquid materials for research projects in a collaborative team.

Reporting to an engineering manager, you will operate specialised equipment, record data and follow SOPs. This permanent position offers training, development and exposure to pilot plant