Senior Engineering Technician

Job description

Senior Engineering Technician – R&D Instrumentation (12-Month Contract)

Location: London

We are currently supporting a leading organisation developing next-generation DNA sequencing technology, who are looking to appoint a Senior Engineering Technician to support their R&D function on a 12-month contract.

This is a hands-on role focused on the build, deployment, and maintenance of complex instrumentation within a regulated (ISO 13485) environment.

The Role

As a Senior Engineering Technician, you will work closely with engineers and scientists to support the development and optimisation of advanced R&D systems.

You will be responsible for building, troubleshooting, and maintaining instrumentation incorporating fluidics, actuators, pumps, and sensors, ensuring high levels of performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and deploy complex R&D instrumentation
• Troubleshoot faults and carry out corrective actions to improve system performance
• Perform preventive maintenance and fault tracking on devices, rigs, and fixtures
• Support prototype development, including mechanical builds and test setups
• Work collaboratively with engineers and scientists on R&D projects
• Interface with software-controlled systems during testing and operation
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and reports
• Manage parts and component stock to support engineering activities
• Carry out tasks with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail

Requirements

• Experience as an Engineering Technician within medical devices, diagnostics, or a similar regulated industry
• Strong hands-on experience with electromechanical assembly, wiring, and soldering
• Proven ability in fault finding and troubleshooting complex systems
• Experience working with R&D devices, instrumentation, or test equipment
• Familiarity with prototyping techniques such as 3D printing, laser cutting, or CNC machining
• Basic CAD knowledge (e.g., SolidWorks)
• Experience working within a regulated/QMS environment (e.g., ISO 13485)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

Desirable

• Experience with fluidics, pneumatics, or laboratory instrumentation
• Knowledge of electrical circuit design

Additional Information

• 12-month contract
• London-based role

If you are interested in applying or would like to find out more, please get in touch.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

12-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English