Lab and Workshop Technician

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Lab and Workshop Technician on behalf of our client, a leading global technology and life sciences organisation. Location: Cambourne, Cambridgeshire Contract: 12-months Rate: £19.59 - £33.28 per hour About the Role As a Lab and Workshop Technician, you will play a hands-on role within the R&D laboratory, workshop and stores environment, supporting a multidisciplinary team of Product Designers, Mechanical Engineers and Electronic Engineers. You will be involved in building and maintaining test setups and equipment, creating test jigs, 3D printing components, assembling prototypes and PCBs, carrying out testing and measurements, and documenting results. Key Responsibilities

• Assemble and test electro-mechanical products and assemblies, including soldering wires and SMD components to PCBs.
• Carry out mechanical assembly, programming, calibration, testing and monitoring activities.
• Design and build test setups for system integration and functional testing.
• Design and develop test rigs and test jigs to support R&D activities.
• Produce 3D-printed jigs and components for testing and prototyping.
• Use laboratory measurement equipment and software tools to execute testing.
• Work closely with engineers on test-related project activities.
• Maintain, calibrate, service and inspect laboratory and workshop equipment.
• Support the efficient running and organisation of the R&D laboratory, workshop and stores.
• Assist with asset management, consumables, PPE, COSHH, EHS, cleanliness, waste management and operating procedures.
• Support the development and improvement of laboratory and testing capabilities.
• Purchase materials, fixings, consumables, tools and equipment as required.
• Collaborate with external test houses, suppliers and vendors.
• Document test findings and produce formal reports and presentations using Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Draw.io and Visio.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and new ways of working within the laboratory and workshop environment. Skills & Experience Essential:
• Demonstrable relevant experience as a Test Technician, Development Technician or similar working with electro-mechanical products.
• Strong hands-on experience with hardware systems, embedded interfaces, networks, instrumentation, debugging and system-level integration.
• A practical, hands-on approach to troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work within structured processes.
• Ability to prioritise effectively and focus on key objectives.
• A willingness to learn and embrace new technologies and ways of working.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills. Desirable:
• Experience with RF communication and connected/smart products.
• Experience working within complex, multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Knowledge of manufacturing databases, production data pipelines or engineering data analysis tools.
• Experience with hardware communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, Ethernet or similar embedded/instrumentation interfaces.
• Experience working with subcontractors, external vendors, CMO production teams or procurement processes for prototype and tester components. Qualifications Essential:
• Diploma in Engineering, Technician qualification or equivalent experience. Desirable:
• BSc Electronics Engineering, BEng or a similar engineering qualification. Interested candidates should submit an updated CV Please click the link below to apply.
• Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK