Lab Technician EMC

Element Materials Technology; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing company in Guildford is looking for a Lab Technician to join their EMC Testing team. This entry-level position involves preparing specimens, performing tests, and maintaining equipment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and knowledge of laboratory safety. The role offers various benefits and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

33 days annual holiday

Life Assurance

Legal & General Pension scheme

Cycle Scheme

Free Onsite Refreshments

Recommend a Friend Bonus

Training and enhanced career progression

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety.
• 0-1 years experience in a testing-related field.
• Basic understanding of testing concepts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare material specimens for testing.
• Perform tests according to customer specifications.
• Operate under supervision of a senior technician.
• Gather and record test data.
• Construct and maintain test fixtures and equipment.

Skills

Laboratory safety knowledge

Basic computer skills

Ability to apply algebra and geometry

Education

HS diploma or GED certificate

Job description

Overview

Element has an opportunity for a Lab Technician to join our rapidly expanding Connected Technologies business at our state‑of‑the‑art laboratory in Surrey Hills Guildford.

As a member of our EMC Testing team you will perform a variety of testing assignments to ensure cutting edge consumer electrical devices meet specific radio testing standards and are safe for manufacturers to bring to market.

Responsibilities

• Prepare material specimens for testing
• Perform tests as directed by customer specifications
• Operate under the supervision of a more senior test technician and / or a Department Manager
• Gather and record test data
• Construct and maintain various test fixtures and other laboratory equipment

Skills / Qualifications

Key Skills

• Working knowledge of laboratory safety
• HS diploma or GED certificate preferred. College or vocational school coursework welcomed
• 0-1 years experience in a testing related field
• Basic understanding of testing concepts
• Possess computer skills.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry a plus

Benefits of working at Element

33 days annual holiday consisting of 25 days annual holiday and 8 days public / x4 Life Assurance / Legal & General Pension scheme / Cycle Scheme / Free Onsite Refreshments / Recommend a Friend Bonus / Perks At Work Discount Scheme / Training and enhanced career progression

Diversity Statement

At Element we always take pride in putting our people first. We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes diversity and inclusion as fundamental to our Vision of becoming the worlds most trusted testing partner.

All suitably qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective work related criteria and without regard for the following : age disability ethnic origin gender marital status race religion responsibility of dependents sexual orientation or gender identity or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws or other characteristics in accordance with the applicable governing laws.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about discussed or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding hearing or action including an investigation conducted by the employer or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)