R&D Technician

Location: Cambridge (CB24) Duration: Temporary initially with a view to go temp to perm after around 3 months Hours: 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday Salary: £15.38 - £20.51 per hour dependent on experience Job Reference: 35977 Polytec are looking for skilled R & D Technicians to join our Cambridge based client. The successful candidates will support laboratory-based research, prototype development and testing activities. This is a hands-on role suited to technicians with strong mechanical and/or electrical skills who enjoy working in a collaborative engineering environment. Responsibilities * Assembly, setup, maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems and test rigs * Supporting experimental testing including test rig operation and accurately recording data * Maintaining laboratory equipment, tools and consumables * Manual machining of one-off parts * Ensuring health & safety and quality procedures are followed * Working closely with engineers to support ongoing R&D programmes Requirements * A formal engineering qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent industry experience * Minimum 3 years' experience in an R & D, engineering or industrial environment * Strong practical skills in mechanical and electrical systems * Experience working with laboratory equipment and experimental setups * Proactive, flexible approach with strong attention to detail * Lab management experience or knowledge of HVAC, hydraulic or industrial control systems would also be an advantage Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below