Equipment Build & Qualification Technician

Cellular Highways; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Equipment Build & Qualification Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in assembling advanced cell sorting instruments. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, emphasizing continuous improvement and innovation. You'll be responsible for overseeing electromechanical activities and ensuring compliance with quality standards. With opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative culture, this role is perfect for those passionate about engineering and technology. Enjoy a sustainable workplace with excellent benefits, including a generous holiday allowance and a strong pension contribution.

Benefits

Annual bonus based on profit sharing

25 days holiday

10% employer pension contribution

Free lunch and refreshments

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

Life insurance (6x salary)

Electric car leasing scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Season ticket loan

Qualifications

• Experience with instrument optics and lasers.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee electromechanical activities ensuring production timelines are met.
• Lead final testing, setup, and qualification of the instrument.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Team player

Effective workload management

Methodical work approach

Education

HNC/HND in engineering or manufacturing

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Equipment Build & Qualification Technician

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Job Description

At Cellular Highways, we develop advanced, automated high-throughput cell sorting instruments for research and clinical applications.

Role Overview

As an Equipment Build & Qualification Technician, you will be a key member of the operations team at our UK-based manufacturing site in Melbourn, Cambridgeshire. Your responsibilities will include the full build of our Highway1 instrument, along with setup and qualification.

The instrument build and qualification process covers multiple disciplines such as mechanical assembly, instrument optics, laser components, and PCB integration. You should be capable of working with electrical and electronic systems, including fault-finding on electrical gear, digital, and analogue control circuitry.

You will also support other manufacturing activities and R&D related to next-generation product assembly. There may be opportunities for travel to support our products at customer sites.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee electromechanical activities at the UK site, ensuring production timelines are met and issues are escalated appropriately.
• Lead final testing, setup, and qualification of the instrument in accordance with internal procedures, especially within our Class 7 cleanroom environment.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace following site standards.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing.
• Support development of new manufacturing procedures for new products.

Work will be conducted following the Cellular Highways Quality Management System, emphasizing customer and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• HNC/HND in engineering or manufacturing, or equivalent experience.
• Multi-disciplinary background with an electrical/electronic focus.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Experience with instrument optics and lasers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.
• Methodical, precise work approach.
• Effective workload management.
• Team player with proactive ownership skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Additional Benefits

Cellular Highways, part of TTP Group, offers a purpose-built, sustainable working environment with a culture fostering entrepreneurship, collaboration, and innovation. Benefits include:

• Annual bonus based on profit sharing
• 25 days holiday
• 10% employer pension contribution
• Free lunch and refreshments
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave
• Life insurance (6x salary)
• Electric car leasing scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Community activities and discounts

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and IT