Research and Development Technician

Position Title : R&D Technician (Technical Centre)

Permanent role (37hrs per week), reporting to Team Leader

Overview:

Primarily responsible for: Jig building / fixtures / tooling. Also involved in Vehicle Testing & Projects.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

1. _Jigs / Fixtures & Prototype Building_

- Fabrication of manufacturing jigs / fixtures & tooling for products of all types

- Fabrication of prototype samples as per design specifications

- Jig refurbishment / cleaning / repairs

- Painting of jigs & samples as required

- Project work

2. _Testing of products on vehicles (passenger cars)_

- Fitment and performance testing of original equipment & prototype designs

- Testing / approval of prototypes, in accordance with EU Legislative requirements

- Development of test systems and fabrication of prototypes for testing

- Operation of test equipment / rigs

- Collection / delivery of test vehicles

- Vehicle Maintenance (basic checks)

Education/Experience:

Required Advantageous

Metal fabrication / engineering workshop experience - required
MIG Welding skills - for metal fixtures fabrication - required
Machine shop experience (operating of lathe / milling machine) - required
Capable of working in a team, as well as independently - required
Ability to read and understand CAD drawings / specifications - required
Full driving licence- required
Knowledge / Experience of company products / manufacturing -Advantageous
Paint spraying experience -Advantageous
Ability to use a P.C. -Advantageous
General interest & knowledge in motor vehicles, and repairs -Advantageous
FLT driving experience -Advantageous
CNC bender - willing to train up to be cover
First-aider
Helpline - willing to do occasional cover
There is a potential £100 per month flexibility bonus after a three month probationary period

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.61 per hour

Expected hours: 37 per week

Benefits:
Cycle to work scheme
Employee discount
On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:
Stoke-on-Trent: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person