Laboratory Technician

TWI; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering materials organization in Cambridge is seeking a Senior Laboratory Technician. This role involves collaborating with engineers for bespoke materials testing under challenging conditions, ensuring quality results through hands-on problem solving. The ideal candidate has a solid foundation in mechanical engineering and experience in machinery assembly. Offering a competitive salary and various benefits, this role is perfect for detail-oriented professionals passionate about engineering and sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Share-in-success bonus scheme

Generous pension scheme

Private health and dental cover

Onsite gym

Career development and training

Qualifications

• Hands-on problem solver with a passion for precision.
• Experience in collaborative work environments.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers for bespoke materials testing.
• Work under various pressures to simulate real-world conditions.
• Assemble machinery and solve practical problems for high-quality results.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Machinery assembly

Problem solving

Gas chromatography

Data logging and analysis using Excel

Pressure testing

Education

Relevant engineering degree

Tools

Instrumentation and materials testing machines

Job description

Laboratory Technician

Senior Laboratory Technician / Senior Technician

MPL / MSI

Location: Cambridge

Contract: Permanent / Fixed Term

Hours: Full time / Part Time

Job Profile: Technician / Senior Technician

Salary / annum: Up to 40915.67

No of Vacancies: 3

Reference number: JR100729

Closing Date: 8 December 2025

Security requirements: Security Clearance BPSS and DBS may be required.

Note: Applicants might receive offers and undergo interviews before the deadline although the position will remain available for at least seven days. We recommend submitting your application for this role as soon as you can during the recruitment process prior to the closing date.

Description of role

Are you a hands‑on problem solver with a passion for precision? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your skills make a real impact? If so, we want to hear from you!

We’re on the lookout for practical, detail‑oriented individuals to join our dynamic team in Cambridge as a Senior Technician in our cutting‑edge Environmental Laboratories. These labs are at the forefront of materials testing in challenging environments including hydrogen sulphide, hydrogen and other aggressive conditions. Your contributions will directly support innovative projects that push the boundaries of engineering and sustainability.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Collaborating with Project Engineers and fellow technicians to deliver bespoke materials testing.
• Working with challenging environments under varying pressures and temperatures to simulate real‑world conditions.
• Applying your engineering know‑how to assemble machinery, solve practical problems and ensure high‑quality results.

What You Bring

• A solid foundation in mechanical engineering and a keen eye for detail.
• Experience with machinery assembly and hands‑on problem solving.
• The ability to work both independently and within a high‑performing team.
• Bonus points for knowledge of:

Gas chromatography

• Instrumentation and materials testing machines
• Data logging and analysis using Excel
• Materials testing using servo hydraulic machines
• Pressure testing

Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box – we provide full training and are more interested in your potential and passion than a perfect CV.

For further details please follow the Job Description link below: (link omitted)

Position may require regular travel both in the UK and abroad.

About us

TWI Ltd is a world expert in engineering materials and joining technologies with significant property assets. We provide industry with advice and know‑how in design, fabrication, failure analysis and prevention.

We offer opportunities to collaborate with inspiring and expert teams and a supportive environment in which you are actively encouraged to share your ideas and continually develop your own skills and knowledge.

If you are looking to join an organisation that is fuelled by innovation, teamwork and openness, this role could be for you.

Diversity statement

TWI Ltd is committed to treating all employees fairly and to being an inclusive employer. Our aim is to create a work environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We put Equality, Diversity and Inclusion at the heart of our people practices to attract, develop and retain the best talent.

Inclusion

We recognise that the differences of our people give us our competitive edge and enables us to maintain our world‑leading reputation. This is why we are committed to ensuring there is diversity across every level of our organisation, representative of the Members and societies we serve. We have made Inclusion our number one corporate value to demonstrate our commitment to ensuring it is at the core of everything we do at TWI.

Disability Confident Scheme

We are pleased to confirm that we have achieved the first stage accreditation which means we are a Disability Confident Employer. This is a government‑supported scheme that supports organisations like TWI to make the most of the talents that people with disability can bring to our workplace. The scheme helps us recruit and retain great people; draw from the widest possible pool of talent; secure high‑quality employees who are skilled, loyal and hardworking; and improve employee morale and commitment by demonstrating that we treat all of our people fairly.

Why work for TWI

We offer a competitive salary, share‑in‑success bonus scheme, generous pension scheme (both employee contribution (flexible amount) and TWI contribution (up to 10% of salary)), holiday (20 days, 5 corporate days, 8 bank holidays), private health and dental cover, career development and training, onsite employee restaurant, onsite gym, day nursery available for companies on Granta Park (Cambridge) site (subject to availability), onsite parking and more.

We know that balancing work and personal life can at times be challenging. This is why we continue to review and implement family‑friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible working, enhanced maternity pay and paid parental leave.

TWI Culture

As one of the worlds leading independent research and technology organisations, we are committed to attracting, motivating and retaining the best talent from around the world. Our goal is to develop the next generation of experts to address future industry challenges.

We are committed to creating a culture that recognises and respects the differences between people while valuing the contribution everyone makes to TWI.

The diversity of our staff and students makes a positive and important contribution to our continuing success.

TWI offers a comprehensive training programme incorporating both in‑house and external courses to support staff development.

TWI Values

Our six values provide a point of reference for the way we expect our people to operate and behave.

• Inclusion: Valuing the contribution from every individual, creating value for our customers.
• Teamwork: Building effective working relationships; we accomplish more together.
• Adaptability: Engaging positively with change to meet the needs of the business.
• Taking Responsibility: Achieving our objectives and personal development.
• Innovation & Expertise: Championing new ideas and sharing knowledge to solve industry problems.
• Customer Focus: Building trusting relationships with our customers.

Required Experience

IC

Key Skills

Anti Money Laundering, Cluster, AJAX, JPA, Ethernet, Fire And Safety Engineering

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1