R&D Test Technician

Cranleigh STEM is working with an innovative cleantech company near Guildford that is looking to hire an R&D Test Technician to support its research and development team. This is a practical, hands-on role focused on setting up, operating and monitoring test systems used in the development of clean energy technologies.

You’ll be involved in assembling test rigs, installing and calibrating instrumentation, capturing data and contributing to the safe and efficient running of laboratory trials.

This is a good opportunity for someone with a solid technical background who is keen to build their experience in a fast-developing sector focused on clean energy solutions.

R&D Test Technician responsibilities

Set up and operate a variety of test rigs, including combustion systems, gas purification units and heaters

Install, calibrate and operate lab instrumentation such as thermocouples, mass flow controllers, pressure transducers and gas analysers

Record and interpret experimental data accurately

Maintain high standards of safety, organisation and documentation in the lab

Assist with specifying and maintaining instrumentation and control systems
R&D Test Technician requirements

A professional qualification equivalent qualification in an engineering or scientific field

Competent in using and maintaining lab equipment

Strong practical ability and confidence in following technical instructions

Good communication skills and attention to detail

Able to manage time effectively and work with minimal supervision
Desirable experience

Exposure to process engineering or chemical systems (e.g. reaction engineering, gas purification, combustion)

Experience assembling test rigs and working with Swagelok or similar fittings

Familiarity with data analysis or control tools such as MATLAB, LabView or Python

Understanding of experimental design and system reliability testing

At least two years of experience in a testing or laboratory role
This role offers the chance to contribute to meaningful, real-world projects in a collaborative environment focused on technical progress and sustainability