R&D Technician

Highbury Recruitment; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Highbury Recruitment is seeking an R&D Technician to join a busy engineering environment in the UK. You will support R&D, NPI and manufacturing teams, performing hands-on testing and developing new test methods.

The role requires a practical engineering or electronics background, strong Maths and English, and experience with laboratory/test equipment. Excel proficiency is emphasised, and you will produce detailed technical reports.

Qualifications

• Basic mathematics and English proficiency.
• A science or engineering background is advantageous.
• Experience using laboratory or electronic test equipment is helpful.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with R&D, NPI, and Manufacturing teams.
• Assemble and test components per written procedures.
• Conduct tests: capacitance, insulation resistance, ESR, HV tests.
• Prepare technical reports and document results.
• Assist development of new test methods and processes.
• Support maintenance of laboratory/test equipment.

Skills

Mathematics

English

Science/Engineering

Lab/Test Equipment

Analytical Skills

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

OneNote

Job description

R&D Technician

We are currently recruiting for an R&D Technician to join a busy engineering environment, supporting Research & Development, New Product Introduction and Manufacturing teams.

This is a varied technical role involving the testing and characterisation of capacitors and other electronic components. You will provide hands-on technical support to engineering projects, assist with the development of new test methods and processes, and ensure work is carried out in accordance with relevant industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with R&D and NPI Engineering teams


• Carry out assembly and testing in accordance with written procedures and recognised standards


• Undertake testing including capacitance, insulation resistance, voltage proof, ESR, life testing, humidity testing, bend testing and destructive physical analysis


• Carry out controlled high-voltage testing where required; appropriate PPE and training will be provided


• Support the development of new test methods and processes


• Carry out failure analysis


• Produce detailed technical reports


• Complete work and projects to agreed schedules


• Write procedures and work instructions


• Provide technical input into R&D and NPI projects


• Support the development and improvement of processes


• Provide training where required


• Undertake other reasonable duties as required


• The source specification also specifically includes laboratory/electronic test equipment experience as desirable and highlights Excel as being used extensively.

Skills & Experience

• Good standard of Mathematics and English


• A science or engineering background would be advantageous


• Experience using laboratory or electronic test equipment would be advantageous


• Strong verbal and written communication skills


• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively


• Excellent attention to detail


• Good analytical and problem-solving skills


• Competent with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, as well as Word, Outlook and OneNote

The Role

This would suit someone with a practical engineering or electronics background who enjoys hands-on testing, problem solving and working within a technical development environment