Process Technician

TrimTabs; Bridgend; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering technology company in Bridgend is seeking a Process Technician to support carbon nanotube production. The role involves operating and maintaining CVD furnaces, troubleshooting processes, and supporting R&D activities. Ideal candidates will have experience in process operations or similar roles and will enjoy hands-on problem-solving in a collaborative environment. The company offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth within a high-growth startup aimed at sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package

Employee share options

Tailored training and career development programme

Qualifications

• Experience in process operations or high-temperature furnaces.
• Hands-on technical work experience preferred.
• Familiarity with gas handling or automated controls is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain CVD furnaces and related equipment.
• Perform routine checks and troubleshoot process deviations.
• Support testing of experimental rigs for R&D projects.
• Record production data and maintenance activities.
• Comply with safety regulations in handling chemicals.

Skills

Experience in process operations

Problem-solving skills

Basic workshop or laboratory tools

Comfort with technical work

Education

Technical certifications in materials science or chemical engineering

Tools

Process instrumentation

Chemical vapour deposition

Job description

TrimTabs Ltd is a pioneering technology company in Bridgend, South Wales, focused on the sustainable, large-scale production of ultralong carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and hydrogen. Our patented process transforms plastics and solvents—including hard-to-recycle waste—into high-performance CNTs and hydrogen, driving innovation in energy efficiency, advanced materials, and the circular economy.

We are rapidly scaling our operations and developing next-generation conductive wires, composites, and building materials that outperform traditional metals and support decarbonized infrastructure. At TrimTabs, we value practical problem-solving, bold innovation, and a multidisciplinary team spirit—join us to help advance breakthrough materials manufacturing for a more sustainable future.

Process Technician Role Summary:

We are seeking a Process Technician to support carbon nanotube production by working closely with engineers and process scientists to operate, monitor, and improve CVD furnace processes. The role focuses on maintaining clear communication around process conditions and operational changes, supporting safe and consistent production, and contributing to continuous improvement across manufacturing and R&D activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Operations: Set up, operate, and maintain CVD furnaces and related nanomaterial synthesis equipment. Set up, calibrate, test, and adjust process rigs and associated chemical or mechanical hardware.
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting: Carry out routine system checks, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to identify and resolve process deviations.
• Prototyping and Testing: Support the fabrication, commissioning and testing of experimental rigs, fixtures, and mechanical assemblies for R&D projects.
• Documentation: Record process parameters, production data, maintenance activities, and operating procedures to support traceability and continuous improvement.
• Safety and Quality: Handle, store, and safely dispose of chemicals, precursor gases, and finished nanomaterials in compliance with safety regulations, applying good laboratory practice (GLP) and quality assurance standards.

Ideal Candidate:

We are looking for candidates with experience in process operations, manufacturing or equipment-based roles, such as working with high-temperature furnaces, vacuum systems, chemical vapour deposition, or similar industrial or laboratory processes.

You will enjoy practical problem-solving and hands‑on technical work, whether that involves operating equipment, troubleshooting processes, or improving systems. You will be comfortable using basic workshop or laboratory tools, keen to learn, and able to work collaboratively across disciplines within a small, supportive team.

Familiarity with process instrumentation, sensors, gas handling, automated controls, or reading engineering diagrams would be an advantage, but is not essential, as training will be provided. Technical certifications or qualifications in materials science, chemical engineering, or related fields are welcomed but not required. We recognise that no candidate will meet every requirement and encourage applications from people of all genders and backgrounds who are interested in developing their skills in advanced materials manufacturing.

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation package based on skills and experience.
• Eligibility to enter the employee share options scheme.
• A tailored training and career development programme, including structured mentorship within an engineering‑led environment.
• The opportunity to significantly impact a high‑growth startup by working closely within the founders.

If you're ready to take on a technically engaging role that will support your professional growth, we want to hear from you. TrimTabs is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and we welcome applications from women, people from under‑represented backgrounds in engineering, and those returning to work or changing career paths.

Informal enquiries can be directed to Gabrielle Orbaek White at [e-mail]. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The vacancy will be closed once we have identified a sufficient number of suitable candidates.

We encourage you to join us in a fast growth tech company in a globally relevant, high visibility, strategic industry. We operate in a fast‑paced, high‑trust environment that values accountability, collaboration and sustainable ways of working.