Photonics R&D Technician: Prototyping & Testing

Hamamatsu Photonics A/S; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamamatsu Photonics A/S in the United Kingdom is seeking an Engineering Technician to support R&D engineers by applying technical knowledge to research, build prototypes, and contribute to the creation and testing of engineering projects in our lab or on site. You will work with the team to develop layouts and run experiments, documenting results and ensuring quality.

The role requires Business English and a proactive approach to learning, with travel up to 5% annually as projects evolve in a

Qualifications

• NVQ in engineering or equivalent certification.
• Committed to ongoing learning and industry developments.
• Experience with prototyping and testing new products.

Responsibilities

• Assist R&D engineers with system layouts and prototype testing.
• Build and test prototypes using various tools and materials.
• Conduct experiments, collect data, and report findings.
• Prepare build instructions, diagrams, and manuals.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Technical communication

Education

NVQ in engineering subject

Tools

Prototyping equipment

Job description

Hamamatsu Photonics A/S in the United Kingdom is seeking an Engineering Technician to support R&D engineers by applying technical knowledge to research, build prototypes, and contribute to the creation and testing of engineering projects in our lab or on site. You will work with the team to develop layouts and run experiments, documenting results and ensuring quality.

The role requires Business English and a proactive approach to learning, with travel up to 5% annually as projects evolve in a