Development Technician
9 days ago
Redditch
Lead Development Technician / Senior Development Technician Department: Engineering Reporting to: Senior Engineering Manager Direct Reports: None Overview This role focuses on supporting the build and testing of prototype products across a range of next-generation mechanical and electrically driven systems. The position operates within a fast-paced development environment and requires strong collaboration across engineering functions to meet project deadlines, quality standards, and performance targets. The successful candidate will take a hands-on approach while also providing leadership within a technical team setting. Requirements • Approximately 10+ years of relevant industry experience, • HNC (or equivalent practical experience) in a relevant engineering discipline Key Responsibilities • Lead prototype build and test activities, • Maintain effective organisation and control of workshop operations and inventory, • Support and mentor junior technicians, • Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver technical solutions during product development and validation, • Carry out safety inspections relating to plant and machinery, • Analyse test data and produce performance reports, • Ensure adherence to build control plans and verification processes, • Coordinate planned maintenance and shutdown activities, • Provide technical support or cover for engineering responsibilities when required Essential Skills & Experience • Experience working in low-volume, prototype or development environments, • Background in research and development or new product introduction programmes, • Hands-on experience with mechanical systems and assemblies, • Strong analytical skills relating to both mechanical and electrical components, • Practical machining experience (e.g. drilling, grinding, fabrication), • Experience with performance, durability, and environmental testing, • Familiarity with pumping or fluid handling systems, • Understanding of data acquisition and instrumentation principles, • Strong organisational and leadership capability Desirable Skills • Knowledge of CAN communication protocols (e.g. J1939, CANopen), • Experience with CNC machining processes, • Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g. Creo, Windchill, or similar), • Fabrication experience, • Awareness of product quality planning and validation processes, • Exposure to development verification and validation documentation General Expectations All employees are expected to: Quality & Customer Focus • Deliver work to a high standard in line with company procedures, • Maintain a strong focus on quality and customer outcomes Health & Safety • Follow safe working practices at all times, • Take responsibility for personal and team safety, • Maintain equipment and report defects Environmental Responsibility • Support initiatives to reduce waste and energy consumption, • Follow environmental policies and best practice Professional Development • Continue to develop technical skills and product knowledge, • Undertake training where required for new tasks or equipment