Lab Test Technician

Brightsmith; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightsmith is seeking a hands-on Lab Test Technician to join our quick-moving team in the clean energy sector. You will gain practical experience across battery assembly, laboratory testing, materials preparation and R&D, collaborating with engineers and scientists in a dynamic start-up setting.

Ideal candidates have a technical background and are eager to learn, with attention to detail and a willingness to work across laboratory and mechanical assembly tasks as projects evolve.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics or related subject.
• Strong interest in clean energy and technology development.
• Practical experience from university projects, labs, internships or personal projects.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, components and samples for laboratory and engineering work.
• Support the assembly of battery cells and stacks.
• Work with electrodes, membranes, gaskets, seals, plates and fixtures.
• Set up and run defined laboratory and engineering tests.
• Monitor experiments and record results and observations.
• Support prototype builds and test equipment.
• Carry out basic measurements, inspections and quality checks.
• Maintain accurate labelling, documentation and traceability.
• Support sensors, instrumentation and data acquisition equipment.
• Keep laboratory and work areas clean, safe and organized.
• Contribute across projects as the technology develops.

Skills

Attention to detail

Curiosity

Proactive learner

Manual dexterity

Team collaboration

Education

Engineering/Science background (Degree/HNC/HND/Apprenticeship)

Job description

Are you a recent engineering, chemistry, materials science or science graduate looking to start your career in clean energy?

Join an innovative energy technology company developing next-generation flow battery systems designed to support a more reliable and sustainable energy system.

This is a highly hands-on opportunity where you'll work alongside engineers and scientists, gaining practical experience across battery assembly, laboratory testing, materials preparation, quality control and R&D.

You don't need years of industry experience. We're looking for someone practical, curious and keen to learn who enjoys building things, solving problems and getting involved in different areas of technical development.

• Prepare materials, components and samples for laboratory and engineering work
• Support the assembly of battery cells and stacks
• Work with components including electrodes, membranes, gaskets, seals, plates and fixtures
• Set up and run defined laboratory and engineering tests
• Monitor experiments and accurately record results and observations
• Support engineers with prototype builds and experimental test equipment
• Carry out basic measurements, inspections and quality checks
• Help maintain accurate component labelling, documentation and traceability
• Support basic sensors, instrumentation and data acquisition equipment
• Maintain clean, safe and organised laboratory and technical work areas
• Work across different projects as the technology and team continue to develop

Experience & Skills - Lab Test Technician

• Degree, HNC/HND, apprenticeship or similar technical background in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics or another relevant subject
• Strong interest in clean energy, batteries or technology development
• Practical experience gained through university projects, laboratories, Formula Student, internships, placements, personal projects or similar activities
• Good attention to detail and ability to follow technical procedures
• Willingness to work across both laboratory/materials activities and mechanical assembly
• Curious, proactive and keen to develop new technical skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-moving start-up environment where priorities can change

This is an excellent opportunity to build a broad technical foundation within clean energy R&D, working directly alongside experienced engineers and scientists while taking on more responsibility as your skills develop.