Precision Validation Technician - Robotics & Automation

Novanta Inc.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Novanta Inc. in Cambridge is seeking a Validation and Verification Technician to join the Inductive Encoders team. You will design and execute tests to verify performance, reliability and compliance across concept to validation, collaborating with engineers in R&D, manufacturing and quality.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, building test equipment, data analysis and problem-solving, with opportunities to contribute to test automation and design reviews in a highly innovative environment.

Qualifications

• HNC, HND, apprenticeship or equivalent engineering experience.
• Practical experience working with electrical, electronic or electromechanical products.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in an R&D or engineering environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• A hands-on approach with a passion for technology.

Responsibilities

• Conducting performance, environmental and reliability testing.
• Building and maintaining test equipment and fixtures.
• Troubleshooting prototype and production hardware.
• Capturing and analysing test data.
• Supporting verification and validation activities.
• Working with external test laboratories.
• Contributing to design reviews and technical discussions.
• Driving improvements in test processes and automation.

Skills

Electrical testing

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

HNC/HND or apprenticeship

Job description

Novanta Inc. in Cambridge is seeking a Validation and Verification Technician to join the Inductive Encoders team. You will design and execute tests to verify performance, reliability and compliance across concept to validation, collaborating with engineers in R&D, manufacturing and quality.

The role emphasizes hands-on testing, building test equipment, data analysis and problem-solving, with opportunities to contribute to test automation and design reviews in a highly innovative environment.