Senior Process Development Technician

Dyson; Malmesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the UK seeks a Senior Process Development Technician to support the development of next-generation battery technologies. Responsibilities include operating prototyping equipment, ensuring safety measures, and contributing to process improvements. Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of relevant experience in high-precision environments and a strong focus on safety practices.

Benefits

Performance related bonus

Company paid Life Assurance

Discounts on machines

Competitive pension scheme

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free bus travel from nearby areas

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industrial experience in battery, electronics, aerospace, assembly, manufacturing.
• Experience in handling hazardous materials.
• Strong understanding of health and safety responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment for electrode and cell prototyping.
• Support process development with manual and semi-automated techniques.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Practical experience in high-precision environments

Understanding of health and safety

Job description

About us. At Dyson we are encouraged to think differently, challenge convention and be unafraid to make mistakes. We are proud to be authentic, different and pioneers. We are driven by a desire to solve real problems and improve everyday lives with intuitive solutions that do more, but use less. Family owned, we are not restricted by conventional thinking; we explore, discover and learn for ourselves. Never satisfied, we believe everything can always be made better.

About the role. As a Senior Process Development Technician, you will support the development and scaling of battery technologies at Dyson’s research campus, working closely with material scientists, engineers, and other technical specialists. You will operate, maintain, and test manufacturing and prototyping equipment for next-generation battery cells.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain equipment for electrode and cell prototyping.
• Support process development by hands-on work with manual and semi-automated techniques.
• Assist in scaling our discoveries from lab to prototype production.
• Adhere to health, safety, and environmental guidelines including safe handling of hazardous materials and use of protective equipment.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to deliver operational and technical tasks across process development projects.
• Maintain high standards of precision in all tasks and record technical information diligently.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of safety, manufacturing processes and equipment capability.
• Characterisation and measurement of prototype parts to support process development.

About you:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant industrial experience (battery, electronics, aerospace, assembly, manufacturing or converting industries preferred).
• Proven practical experience in high-precision environments.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental responsibilities.
• Experience handling hazardous materials and contributing to the development of safe systems of work.
• Demonstrable attention to detail and record-keeping skills.

Benefits

Financial:

• Performance related bonus
• Company paid Life Assurance
• Discounts on Dyson machines
• Competitive pension scheme
• Purchase additional holidays

Lifestyle:

• 27 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays
• Free bus travel to and from Malmesbury campus from Bristol, Chippenham and Swindon
• On-site parking
• Endless free coffee and tea, and a free lunch
• Free on-site hair salon
• On-site lifestyle Assist
• Electric vehicle scheme

Health:

• Private Medical insurance for all employees
• Employee Assistance Program for employee and dependents
• Digital GP and prescription service
• Fertility treatment support
• On-site gym and sports centre