Environmental Laboratory Technician Job Description This role is for a laboratory technician within the mechanical and climatic test department. The role is based in the comprehensive mechanical and climatic test laboratories in Stevenage. The opportunity: You will join a team of around 30 test engineers, facility engineers and lab technicians who support the effective running and maintenance of the laboratory. This role will involve conducting a wide range of tasks in support of maintenance and test activities, including; •    Calibration of measurement devices •    Validation of test equipment •    Setting up hardware for testing •    Supporting vibration, shock and temperature testing •    Supporting maintenance of complex electro-mechanical equipment •    Detailed record keeping •    Administration activities The Mechanical and Climatic Test Department is a dynamic and growing team. The core role of the department is to conduct mechanical and climatic testing on products and components to provide information to design teams and evidence for certification. To achieve this the department also maintains a test laboratory with comprehensive set of mechanical and climatic test facilities to meet the testing needs of the project teams. This is an exciting time to join the department as my client is currently undergoing a significant expansion project which concludes in 2026 with a new building and refurbishment of the existing facilities. What we’re looking for from you: You will have a practical engineering background, with experience as an engineering technician. Experience of working with aerospace equipment and data capture systems would be advantageous. Attention to detail is very important in this role Experience of practical mechanical work is essential. Committed team member who can work both independently and as part of a small team. Self motived and reliable. Detail oriented and able to work collaboratively. Awareness of environmental engineering (vibration, shock, structural, climatic)Overview Position - Environmental Laboratory Technician – Permanent Location – Stevenage Salary - £30k Plus Annual Bonus Keywords: Environmental Lab Technician, Calibration of measurement devices, Validation of test equipment, Supporting vibration, shock and temperature testing, Supporting maintenance of complex electro-mechanical equipment. Only apply for this role if you currently hold the specific Government Security Clearance or are eligible for Government Security Clearance. Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to British Citizens, can accept dual nationals with British Citizenship. Applicants who meet this criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared. Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time. This is a Permanent Role