Graduate Technician

Polytec Personnel Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical device sector is seeking a Graduate Technician for a 6-month project in Cambridge. The role involves conducting hands-on testing of medical and drug delivery devices, supporting R&D activities, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and laboratory experience, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Laboratory testing experience required.
• Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Ability to generate and document test results.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on mechanical and functional tests.
• Support R&D, design verification and post-market investigations.
• Accurately document test data and maintain high-quality standards.

Skills

Laboratory testing experience

Familiarity with health & safety standards

Strong written and verbal communication

Team-oriented

Organized

Adaptable

Deadline-driven

Education

Relevant degree in Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science

Tools

Excel

Job description

Location: Cambridge (CB10)
Duration: 6 months initially
Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) 5pm finish Friday
Salary: Competitive
Job Reference: 35717

We're looking for a Graduate Technician to support testing activities across a range of medical and drug delivery devices for our client based a few miles south of Cambridge. You will work under supervision as part of a project team, conducting hands-on testing in lab environments. You should be available to start at short notice.

Responsibilities
Conducting hands-on mechanical and functional tests (e.g., stress testing, measurements, visual inspections)
Support R&D, design verification and post-market investigations
Handle test samples, including hazardous materials
Follow health & safety protocols, test methods and quality procedures
Accurately document test data and maintain high-quality standards

Requirements
Essential:
Laboratory testing experience
Familiarity with health & safety standards
Relevant degree or equivalent experience e.g. Mechanical Engineering or Materials Science
Ability to generate and document test results
Strong written and verbal communication
Team-oriented, organized, adaptable and deadline-driven

Desirable:
Background in regulated environments (e.g., medical, ISO 13485, cGxP)
Experience testing physical, chemical or mechanical properties
Basic Excel skills

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!