Technician

Ilika plc; Romsey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in solid state battery technology is seeking a Technician to maintain and repair laboratory equipment, assist in bespoke equipment design, and provide technical support. This full-time role offers a competitive package and the chance to join a world-class team during a period of growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in equipment maintenance.
• Basic electronics knowledge preferred.
• Prototyping/Design for manufacture experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair jigs/fixtures in the laboratory.
• Assist in the design and manufacture of bespoke equipment.
• Provide technical support to project teams.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Initiative

Education

HND

Tools

3D CAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Title: Technician

Reporting to: Engineering Design Manager

Reports: N/A

Company Description

Ilika (www.ilika.com) is a pioneer in a ground-breaking solid state battery technology designed to meet the specific demands of a wide range of applications in Electric Vehicles, MedTech, Industrial IoT and Consumer Appliances.

Ilika is a publicly listed company with facilities in the Southampton area for the development and pilot manufacturing of its Stereax and Goliath batteries. We offer the successful candidate a competitive package and the opportunity to be part of a world class technical team in a supportive environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team during a period of growth, and to make a meaningful contribution during this exciting transition.

Overview Of The Role

We are looking to hire an individual to work in a team having responsibility of jigs/fixtures and in-house manufacturing equipment to ensure it is delivered on time, to cost and quality requirements.

Responsibilities May Include But Are Not Limited To

• Maintain and repair existing equipment in relation to jigs/fixtures within Ilika’s main laboratory
• Keep workshop area in a good working state, ensuring 6s reviews are up to date
• Work within Ilika’s Engineering and Informatics team to help meet internal customer needs
• Assist in the design, manufacture and support of bespoke equipment to assist Ilika’s Goliath and Stereax battery projects
• Ensure on time, to cost and quality fixture solutions, as specified by the Lead Engineer
• Provide technical knowledge and support to project teams to overcome engineering and electronics problems
• Assist colleagues in the execution of projects to ensure goals of the organisation are met
• Liaising with contract manufacturer and fabricators
• Read and interpret electronic schematics and instrumentation wiring diagrams to enable fault finding and carry out repairs
• Occasional production line support as required
  
  

Job Requirements

• Minimum qualification level HND
• Prototyping /Design for manufacture in mechanical engineering experience
• Experience in equipment maintenance
• Experience of a commercial/research lab environment an advantage
• Basic electronics knowledge an advantage (specifically proven experience of populating PCB boards and other electronics)
• Experience of repairing mechanical, electrical and electronic systems
• 3D CAD experience an advantage
• Knowledge of industrial equipment integration
• Experience in carrying out written procedures and following risk assessments
• Demonstrated involvement with procurement and costing of prototype equipment
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team and also using own initiative
• Good attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Work to deadlines and agreed service standards
• Excellent IT skills including good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
  
  

Ilika is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person