Electronic Engineering Lab Technician - 2297

Electronic Engineering Lab Technician

Carbon60 is seeking an experienced Electronic Engineering Lab Technician to join their defence client's growing team in Stevenage. In this role, you will play a crucial role in supporting the company's electronic engineering operations, ensuring the smooth running and efficient use of the lab facilities.

Responsibilities:
- Manage the general housekeeping, health and safety, and electrostatic discharge (ESD) management of the assigned lab
- Assist lab users with project scheduling and resource planning for the lab facilities
- Provide hands-on support to lab users, including monitoring tests and undertaking rework activities to IPC standards
- Oversee the maintenance and calibration of lab equipment and assets to guarantee availability and usability
- Train lab users on basic skills such as soldering, crimping, cable lay-ups, and the use of lab test equipment
- Manage lab security to ensure access is limited to authorised personnel only
- Liaise with key stakeholders, including project managers, product line heads, and the Electronic Engineering UK Lab Manager

Skills and experience:
- Prior experience in engineering lab management
- Current IPC Certificates in J-STD-001 and IPC-7721, with IPC-A-610 being a significant benefit
- Strong understanding of ESD management
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of lab cleanliness and efficiency

• This is a 6-month inside IR35 contract role, with the potential for extension.
• Umbrella rate £25 per hour (PAYE also available)
• Onsite for 5 days per week, with flexible start and end times.
• The successful candidate will need to undergo security clearance (SC) and a medical examination for this position.

If you are interested, please apply directly. For more information, please email

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.