Job Description

Role Purpose

Impact Solutions is an accredited testing and research laboratory. As a Graduate Test Technician you will deliver high?quality, traceable test work for customers, contribute to method development and continuous improvement, and help uphold our ISO/IEC 17025 quality system. You will carry out many of the same duties as our laboratory technicians but with the additional responsibility expected of a new graduate--owning test work packages, analysing and interpreting results, writing customer?facing reports, and supporting junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

1) Laboratory Operations

Receive, log, and manage test samples; ensure chain of custody and accurate data entry. Plan, set up, and execute test programmes in line with work plans, standards, and SOPs. Prepare samples for testing (e.g., machining, moulding, cutting) and select appropriate fixtures and conditions. Operate specialist test equipment/instrumentation for data capture; perform routine verification checks and basic troubleshooting. Maintain complete, accurate, and legible records (raw data, worksheets, observations, deviations). Housekeeping to the highest standards; complete daily checks and rota tasks.

2) Quality & Compliance (ISO/IEC 17025)

Work within the laboratory management system and contribute to its upkeep. Support sample reception, contract review, and job file creation to ensure scope, acceptance criteria and reporting needs are clear before work starts. Keep equipment records up to date; coordinate routine calibration, maintenance, and servicing. Follow approved procedures/SOPs; draft or update SOPs and work instructions where needed. Perform and document quality control/verification tests; support internal audits, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA), and management of change. Adhere to SHE requirements (e.g., risk assessments, COSHH); stop and escalate unsafe conditions.

3) Technical Analysis & Reporting

Analyse data using appropriate statistics; identify anomalies and root causes. Prepare clear, customer?ready technical reports that present methods, results and conclusions supported by evidence. Communicate progress, issues and risks proactively to the Mechanical and Materials Engineering Lead and stakeholders. Contribute to method validation, inter?laboratory comparisons and uncertainty evaluations.

4) Project Delivery & Customer Focus

Break down work into tasks with realistic durations and dependencies; self?manage to meet deadlines. Liaise with customers to clarify requirements, agree test plans and discuss results. Support estimating by providing time, consumables and equipment inputs for quotations. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, cost, safety and quality (5S/Lean mindset).

5) Teamwork & Development

Participate in training, method transfers and cross?training across test areas. Contribute to a positive, respectful and inclusive team culture.

Person Specification

Essential

BEng/BSc (or equivalent) in Materials, Mechanical, Chemical or related engineering/science discipline. Hands?on laboratory experience (industrial placement, final?year project or similar). Ability to follow standards and SOPs precisely and document work to a traceable standard. Competent with data analysis and scientific/technical writing for external audiences. Strong organisation and attention to detail; able to prioritise and deliver to deadlines. Working knowledge of safe systems of work (risk assessments, COSHH) and good housekeeping. Clear, confident communication with colleagues and customers.

Desirable

Experience in an ISO/IEC 17025?accredited laboratory. Exposure to materials/product testing, sample preparation and use of test instrumentation. Experience drafting or revising SOPs/work instructions. Basic understanding of measurement uncertainty and method validation. Continuous improvement mindset (e.g., 5S, Lean). Full UK driving license.

Training & Progression

Structured onboarding covering laboratory safety, quality, methods and instrumentation. Role?specific competency sign?off; opportunities to specialise across test areas. Support for professional development (e.g., CPD, relevant courses/qualifications). Clear progression pathway.

Right to work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.

How to apply

Please apply via Indeed by sending your CV and a short cover note outlining relevant laboratory experience and availability. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to complete a technical exercise followed by competency?based interview.

This description outlines the core purpose and responsibilities of the role. It is not exhaustive, and duties may evolve with business needs.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 25,000.00-26,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Private medical insurance
Work Location: In person