Technical Engineer

SER Limited; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

SER Limited in Enfield prefers a technically capable Lighting professional to join the architectural lighting division. The role focuses on supporting product testing, compliance, and technical documentation within a collaborative design team.

The candidate will handle lab procedures, prepare technical files, and contribute to product development. A strong background in lighting testing and CAD tools is essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Experience testing and documenting lighting products for compliance.
• Familiarity with product testing, certification and compliance standards.
• Strong CAD and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the technical and design teams across a range of projects and activities.
• Maintaining laboratory procedures and processes.
• Tracking and managing product testing requests and samples.
• Conducting photometric, thermal and other product testing.
• Supporting product compliance with relevant technical standards and requirements.
• Coordinating product testing with external testing facilities.
• Managing testing requirements relating to standards including EN, CE, UL and fire testing.
• Monitoring and reporting on upcoming lighting and environmental legislation and regulations.
• Managing and maintaining product technical files in collaboration with the design team.
• Creating and amending product specification sheets and installation guides.
• Using Adobe Creative Suite to produce and update technical documentation.
• Reformatting and updating technical drawings using AutoCAD.
• Researching new technologies, materials and components to support product development.
• Attending site visits when required to investigate and resolve product or installation issues.
• Supporting incoming goods inspections and quality control processes.
• Maintaining and updating technical information and website content.
• Providing general administrative and departmental support where required.

Skills

Lighting industry knowledge

Technical testing and compliance

Adobe Creative Suite

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Teams

Project management

Documentation

Communication skills

Tools

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Technical Engineer

Location: Enfield, North London

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000

Start Date: To be discussed

I am currently representing a well-established and highly regarded manufacturer within the architectural lighting industry, who is looking to recruit an experienced Technical Engineer to join their growing technical and design team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous technical experience within the lighting industry who is looking to take the next step in their career. The successful candidate will join an experienced team and play an important role in supporting product testing, compliance, technical documentation, quality control and product development.

The Role

• Supporting the technical and design teams across a range of projects and activities
• Maintaining laboratory procedures and processes
• Tracking and managing product testing requests and samples
• Conducting photometric, thermal and other product testing
• Supporting product compliance with relevant technical standards and requirements
• Coordinating product testing with external testing facilities
• Managing testing requirements relating to standards including EN(phone number removed), CE, UL, IP and fire testing
• Monitoring and reporting on upcoming lighting and environmental legislation and regulations
• Managing and maintaining product technical files in collaboration with the design team
• Creating and amending product specification sheets and installation guides
• Using Adobe Creative Suite to produce and update technical documentation
• Reformatting and updating technical drawings using AutoCAD
• Researching new technologies, materials and components to support product development
• Attending site visits when required to investigate and resolve product or installation issues
• Supporting incoming goods inspections and quality control processes
• Maintaining and updating technical information and website content
• Providing general administrative and departmental support where required

The Candidate

• Previous technical experience within the lighting industry
• An understanding of lighting products, technologies and technical requirements
• Knowledge of product testing, certification and compliance standards
• Experience or knowledge of standards such as EN(phone number removed) and UL would be advantageous
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Excel, Word and Teams
• Experience using Adobe Creative Suite is essential
• Knowledge of AutoCAD would be beneficial, although this is not essential
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work independently and manage your own workload
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• The ability to manage demanding workloads, targets and tight deadlines
• A flexible and proactive approach to work

Salary: £28,000 - £32,000

This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically capable lighting professional to join an established business and develop their career within a specialist architectural lighting environment.

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