Lab Technician

6-month initial contract

Based in Wolverhampton (onsite working)

£21 per hour (Inside IR35), 39 hrs pw

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility, to work full time, and travel within, the UK*

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of an automotive OEM, based in Wolverhampton, who are looking for a Lab Technician to join their team.

Job Description

As Lab Technician, your main responsibilities will include:

• Use metallurgical & mechanical prep & test equipment, to assess components
• Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly
• Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws.
• Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds.
• Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content.

Qualifications/Skills needed:

• Prep equipment (e.g. bandsaws, abrasive cutters, grinding, polishing, etching).
• Materials testing equipment (optical microscopes, hardness, tensile, composition).
• Metallurgical knowledge of steel and aluminium, and experience in applying.
• Able to interpret Engineering drawings and Specifications.
• Minimum level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering, science or welding field.
• Welding (pref.)

Why work through Contechs?

Contechs is a leading Automotive, Design, Engineering, Technology and Innovation Recruitment Consultancy. Founded in 1997, with an inhouse Contractor Care Team to support all external employees, acts as an employment agency for permanent and contract recruitment.

How to Apply

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