Engineering Technician

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in London is seeking an Engineering Technician to join their innovative team focused on developing advanced DNA sequencing technology. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge R&D instrumentation while ensuring quality in a regulated environment. Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering and extensive experience in medical device or regulated sectors. Join them and contribute to transformative healthcare solutions.

Benefits

Supportive and innovative environment

Collaboration on impactful projects

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) or BTech in Engineering.
• Extensive experience in the medical device or similar regulated industry.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and fault-tracking.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage engineering projects independently.
• Build and maintain advanced R&D instrumentation.
• Draft technical documentation and maintain inventory.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Self-motivation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Knowledge of Health and Safety

Basic CAD skills

Prototyping techniques

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Laser cutting

3D printing

CNC milling

Job description

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TEC Partners - Technical Recruitment Specialists

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Are you a skilled engineering technician with a passion for innovation? Join a cutting-edge team developing next-generation DNA sequencing technology. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex R&D instrumentation in a regulated ISO 13485 environment, contributing directly to groundbreaking advancements in the life sciences.

About the Role

As a Engineering Technician, you'll play a vital role in building, deploying, and maintaining advanced R&D instrumentation incorporating fluidics, actuators, pumps, and sensors. You'll collaborate with scientists and engineers, troubleshooting, enhancing performance, and ensuring rigorous quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently plan and manage engineering projects, contributing technical expertise at the onset of initiatives.
• Build, troubleshoot, and deploy sophisticated instrumentation, including microfluidics, temperature control, pneumatics, pumps, and sensors.
• Proactively improve the reliability and performance of R&D devices through maintenance and fault-tracking strategies.
• Assemble and prototype components using mechanical workshop tools and techniques such as laser cutting, 3D printing, and CNC milling.
• Interface with software systems controlling R&D devices.
• Maintain parts inventory, ensuring efficient procurement and stock management.
• Draft and maintain documentation such as SOPs, work instructions, and engineering reports within a regulated environment.
• Perform repetitive tasks with precision and minimal supervision.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical or Electrical) or a BTech in Engineering.
• Extensive experience as an Engineering Technician in the medical device, IVD, or similar regulated industry.
• Proficient in assembling and maintaining R&D devices, rigs, and fixtures.
• Expertise in preventive maintenance and fault-tracking analysis.
• Skilled in prototyping techniques and tools, including laser cutting, 3D printing, and CNC milling.
• Proficient in soldering and wiring electrical components and sensors.
• Basic CAD skills (SolidWorks) and familiarity with industry-standard fault-tracking tools.
• Strong attention to detail, self-motivation, and ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work legislation.
• Proficiency in drafting technical documentation and using Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiarity with electrical circuit design.

Why Join?

• Be part of a dynamic team pushing the boundaries of DNA sequencing technology.
• Work in a supportive, innovative environment committed to quality and collaboration.
• Contribute to impactful projects that advance scientific discovery and healthcare solutions.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Reach out to learn more about this exciting opportunity!