Senior Environmental Testing Technician – Cutting-Edge Lab

TWI Ltd.; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 34,000 - GBP 41,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an Environmental Testing Technician in Cambridge. This role requires practical skills in mechanical engineering and involves working in challenging environments to conduct bespoke materials testing. Responsibilities include collaborating with project engineers and ensuring high-quality results. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience and a passion for problem-solving. Training is provided, emphasizing potential over perfect qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Share-in-success bonus scheme

Generous pension scheme

Holiday (20 days + 5 Corporate days + 8 bank holidays)

Private health and dental cover

Onsite gym

Onsite employee restaurant

Day nursery available

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in mechanical engineering and a keen attention to detail.
• Experience with machinery assembly and hands-on problem solving.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Engineers to deliver bespoke materials testing.
• Work in challenging environments to simulate real-world conditions.
• Apply engineering know-how to assemble machinery and solve practical problems.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Machinery assembly

Problem solving

Data logging and analysis using Excel

Knowledge of gas chromatography

Materials testing using servo hydraulic machines

Pressure testing

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UK is seeking an Environmental Testing Technician in Cambridge. This role requires practical skills in mechanical engineering and involves working in challenging environments to conduct bespoke materials testing. Responsibilities include collaborating with project engineers and ensuring high-quality results. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience and a passion for problem-solving. Training is provided, emphasizing potential over perfect qualifications. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.