Engineering Technician

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative team at a leading company as an Engineering Technician specializing in R&D Instrumentation. You will play a key role in developing groundbreaking DNA sequencing technology while collaborating closely with engineers and scientists. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to vital projects that advance both scientific discovery and healthcare solutions in a regulated ISO 13485 environment. If you are self-motivated with a strong background in engineering, this could be the next pivotal step in your career.

Benefits

Supportive and innovative environment

Opportunity to work on impactful projects

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in the medical device industry is essential.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety at Work legislation is required.
• Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Build, troubleshoot, and deploy sophisticated instrumentation.
• Manage engineering projects and enhance device reliability.
• Draft and maintain technical documentation in a regulated environment.

Skills

Proficiency in soldering

Proficient in CAD

Attention to detail

Preventive maintenance

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or Electrical) or BTech in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

3D printing

Laser cutting

CNC milling

Job description

Job Description

Engineering Technician – R&D Instrumentation

Are you a skilled engineering technician with a passion for innovation? Join a cutting-edge team developing next- 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

Essential:

• 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.

Desirable:

• 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!