Polytec Personnel Ltd

Location: Ely (CB6) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Salary: 25000 - 30000 Job Reference: 35730 We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join our client based in Ely. You will be assembling, upgrading and testing components of cutting-edge equipment and should have a range of skills from electronics, test and measurement through to precision mechanical assembly. Responsibilities Assemble and test electro-mechanical subsystems Follow manufacturing and testing instructions Assist with debugging, documentation and support across manufacturing unit Requirements Practical experience in high-tech assembly / test-ideally in regulated industries A can-do attitude for a variety of tasks including, goods-in inspection, stock control and manufacture Skilled in using hand tools and test equipment (e.g., multimeters, oscilloscopes) Cable assembly skills (use of crimp tools, wire cutters and associated hand tools) Experience using test/measurement equipment such as bench power supplies, multi-meters and oscilloscopes The ability to keep accurate records, in line with cGMP Relevant NVQ / BTEC qualification, and at least 5 GCSEs at grade C / 4 or above Good written English and a proficient user of Microsoft Office suite tools, including Excel spreadsheets Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: 53k- 60k Job Reference: 35664 We are looking for a Senior Test Engineer for our client based North Cambridge. You will play a key role in designing, executing, and maintaining test across both manual and automated test frameworks within the business. This job involves some travelling so the successful applicant will have a full, clean driving licence and their own car. Travel expenses will be paid. This role may require Security Clearance in the future. Responsibilities: Writing and executing functional, regression, system, and performance testing Testing of software solutions / applications to ensure that the developed products meet the requirements and are free of defects Reading and understanding requirements documentation Involvement in test planning, test execution, defect tracking, and reporting to stakeholders Producing and maintaining appropriate documentation for tracking quality metrics Developing and executing manual and automated test cases Designing and maintaining test automation frameworks, tools, and scripts to improve efficiency and coverage Collaborating with software, hardware, and system engineers to identify defects, reproduce issues, and drive resolutions Ensuring test environments, test equipment, and infrastructure are maintained and available for testing Mentoring junior test engineers and contribute to the growth of the test team Requirements Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, Electronics, Telecommunications, or a related field 3 years UK residency is required for security check ISTQB certification (preferred but not mandatory) A high level of communication skills and technical understanding Solid experience in manual and automation testing, preferably in embedded systems, telecommunications, or mission-critical applications Experience with manual testing methodologies for embedded software and hardware products Familiarity with TETRA and LTE technologies is highly desirable Strong knowledge of test automation tools (e.g., Python, Selenium, Robot Framework, Appium, or similar) Knowledge of protocol testing, RF testing, and communication interfaces (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, Serial, Bluetooth, etc.) is a plus Strong experience in using Test Management tools (e.g., JIRA, TestRail, Zephyr) Hands-on experience with testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Selenium, JUnit, TestNG, Cypress, Postman, JMeter) Understanding of APIs and backend testing Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git)

Location: Ely (CB7) Duration: 3 months, possible long term opportunity Hours: 40 hours per week, 8.30am - 4.30pm (overtime available) Salary: £14.50 per hour Job Reference: 35750 We are looking for an Assembler / Solderer to join a company just outside Ely. You'll be required to work 40 hours per week and overtime is available. This is initially for 3 months but may be extended further. Requirements Soldering skills Previous assembly experience Ability to follow build instructions Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Location: Cambridge Type: Full-Time, Fixed Term (3 Months) Rate: up to 60k full time equivalent per annum Reference: 35751 We are seeking an Electro-Mechanical Systems Engineer to join our client on a short-term basis, supporting the development and testing of cutting-edge technologies. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role based in Cambridge. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, hands-on environment and is looking to make a meaningful impact on a short-term project. Key Responsibilities Design and develop test tools for a microfluidic cartridge in a manufacturing environment Rapidly understand challenges and requirements, proposing and delivering effective solutions with speed and precision Development of automated systems, incorporating mechanical, fluidic and electrical components Script and control test gear including pumps, actuators and sensors Design and implement test systems and protocols including FMEA, data acquisition and data analysis Required Skills & Experience Strong Mechanical Engineering background; Electronics knowledge a plus Proven experience in a similar role, ideally in product testing for manufacture Proficient in developing and troubleshooting automated test systems Comfortable working across disciplines (mechanical, electrical, fluidic) and rapidly iterating designs Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Location: Cambridge (CB10) Duration: Permanent Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) 5pm finish Friday Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 35721 We are seeking an experienced Device Testing Consultant to support a range of medical and drug delivery device projects for our south Cambs based client. This is a hands-on, lab-based role involving planning and leading test activities, mentoring junior staff and engaging with clients. Responsibilities Lead device testing efforts across R&D, design verification and post-market phases Develop and validate test methods, equipment and software Ensure compliance with health, safety and quality standards (e.g., ISO 13485, cGxP) Prepare technical documentation including test plans, protocols, reports and validation records Provide expert training and statistical analysis support Represent the team at client meetings and industry events Contribute to proposal writing and business development Requirements Essential: 3+ years in regulated lab environments (e.g., medical devices, pharmaceuticals) Strong knowledge of ISO standards, cGxP, ALCOA+ and health & safety practices Skilled in test method development and equipment/software validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) Experience preparing technical documentation and statistical data analysis (Minitab or similar) Excellent communication and organizational skills Passionate about medical technology and continuous improvement Practical, methodical and detail-oriented Strong interpersonal and team leadership abilities Adaptable, reliable and solution-focused Desirable: Background in consulting or client-facing technical roles. Experience with design verification and third-party supplier engagement. Familiarity with risk/COSHH assessments and technical writing for diverse audiences. Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Location: St Neots (PE19) Duration:Permanent Hours: 7.30am - 5.30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: £16-£17.50 per hour Job Reference: 35617 Our client based local to St Neots is seeking a skilled MIG Welder to expand their busy fabrication team. Responsibilities MIG Welding/Fabricating goods as per job requirements click apply for full job details

Location: Royston (SG8) Duration: 12 months - likely to extend Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: 50 - 55 per hour Job Reference: 35506 Polytec are looking for a talented Senior New Product Development Engineer for our client based in Royston. You should have a strong Mechanical Engineering background. You will be working on technically complicated projects with multidisciplinary teams and will have the confidence to take on a challenging position and provide leadership to your team. Responsibilities: All aspects of design, from initial concept through to production release Lead and/or participate in design reviews to ensure designs meet required specifications Identify, implement and record engineering design changes Support continuous improvement activities to ensure programme targets are met Effective handover of products to ensure successful production release Define detailed system specifications for new product developments Requirements: Excellent degree (2:1 or above) in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering or similar with a strong mechanical bias Experience of successfully developing and commercialising complex systems or scientific instruments for low to medium volume manufacture Track record of developing designs that achieve cost and quality targets within agreed timescales At least 7 years' experience conceptualising and developing complex systems containing hardware, electronics and software, ideally for life-science, biological or laboratory-based applications Development of consumable products for use in automated equipment Broad working knowledge of fluid dynamics Strong understanding of other engineering disciplines Experience in NPD, working to strict standards in highly regulated environments, e.g. medical devices or aerospace Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Location: Cambridge (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: 40k- 50k Job Reference: 35488 Polytec are looking for an Android Platform Software Engineer for our client based just north of Cambridge to develop and support software running on Android based products. Responsibilities: Deliver team goals as part of a SCRUM team Embedded software development for new features Debugging real-time issues and bug fixing Writing unit tests and integration tests Participating in code and document reviews Interfacing with wider organisation including hardware/electronics team, factory test team, product test and integration team Participation in SCRUM ceremonies Requirements: Degree in a relevant discipline Embedded real-time software development experience on AOSP, using C++/Java Good debugging skills Enjoy investigating and solving challenging real-time platform issues. Experience with development tools for debugging, profiling, code coverage, memory leak detection Experience with real-time, multi-processor, multi-threaded, event-driven software Experience of using configuration management and fault tracking tools Innovative with proven ability to generate new ideas and approaches to problems Good analytical, numerical, written and verbal communications skills Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Location: Huntingdon (PE29) Duration: Permanent Hours: Full-time flexible with part-time hours considered (Monday to Friday) Salary: 26,000 to 30,000 Job Reference: 35585 Polytec are looking for an Accounts Assistant for our Huntingdon based client, the role will have a focus on the purchase ledger, bank, sales and fixed asset register. Responsibilities: Process purchase invoices and employee expense forms in a timely manner Prepare and process twice-monthly payment run reports Reconcile supplier statements to aged creditor reports within the accounting system resolving any issues Maintain the purchase ledger database for current suppliers' contact details, adding new suppliers as required Complete VAT returns Month End activities Requirements: At least 5 GCSEs at grade C or above, preferably A level qualification Strong experience working within a Finance department, preferably involving purchase ledger Experience of working a hi-tech or RandD organisation would be beneficial Competency in double entry bookkeeping and accounting principles Excellent IT skills with advanced proficiency in MS Excel A good knowledge of accounting software (SUN Systems advantageous) Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Location: Waterbeach (CB25) Duration: Permanent Hours: 7am - 3pm Monday to Friday Salary: Up to 45,000 per annum plus a company car Job Reference: 35571 Polytec are looking for an experienced Technical and Quality manager to join our Waterbeach based client. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the implementation of our clients Quality procedures as well as providing technical support to customers both pre and post sales. Responsibilities: Provide technical support for customers to support pre-sales and post-sales processes Address any product related queries in a timely manner Provide technical training to customers on the effective use of the products Use customer feedback to help identify potential new features or products Identify solutions to reduce support costs Analyse customers needs and suggest upgrades or additional features to meet their requirements Supervise staff and provide constructive feedback Regularly evaluate the efficiency of technical procedures according to organisational objectives and apply improvements Manage R and D activities and resource allocation Evaluate overall performance by gathering, analysing and interpreting data and metrics Requirements: Proven work experience as a Technical and Quality manager with a manufacturing environment Strong technical background ideally with knowledge of investment casting technologies Ability to understand customer requirements and suggest timely solutions Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Location: Cambridge (CB22) Duration: Permanent Hours: 9am until 5:00pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: circa 28,000 Job Reference: 35081 Polytec are looking for a Materials and Purchasing Assistant for our client based just south of Cambridge. You should have experience working in a goods-in environment and familiarity with ERP systems. Requirements: At least 2 years' experience in a buying and stock control manufacturing environment A background in a textile, chemicals, paper/packaging or electronics industry Familiar with ERP and Kanban systems Experience of purchasing both manufactured and COTS parts Ability to negotiate with suppliers and reduce costs Experience in goods received and dispatched Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below!

Location: Royston (SG8) Duration: Permanent Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 34448 Polytec are looking for an experienced Hardware Engineer for our Royston based client. You will need to be eligible for UK Security Clearance for this role. Requirements: Relevant first-class degree from a leading university Proven technical capabilities, including design and development of technology solutions Knowledge of interfacing to high and low speed peripherals, running simulations and testbenches Experience performing hardware-level debugging Practical experience of working on systems integration Experience with circuit design and schematic capture, ideally in Altium Experience of collaborating with Software Engineers on system architecture, interfaces and hardware procurement Expert knowledge of component capabilities Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below! We will respond to successful applicants within a couple of days

Location: Ely (CB7) Duration: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours Monday to Thursday with flexible start and finish times Salary: £28,000 - £37,000 Job Reference: 34400 Polytec are looking for a skilled CNC Setter / Operator for our Ely based client to operate a variety of milling machines. Responsibilities: Setting up new jobs Reading and interpretation of very complex drawings Documenting work done accurately and comprehensively Requirements: Experience of Fanuc controls, or similar Able to read and understand complex drawings A good eye for detail The ability to program complex parts both at the machine or using an offline CAD system Understand the importance of customer requirements and achieving deadlines Ability to work to very tight tolerances (microns) Willing and able to run multiple machines, maximising productivity and efficiencies Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below! We will respond to successful applicants within a couple of days

Location: Cambridge (CB2) Duration: 2 Year Fixed Term Contract Hours: 8am until 4pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: £27,900 to £32,000 Job Reference: 34397 Polytec are looking for a Cleanroom Process Technician for our Cambridge based client. Responsibilities: Close control over the handling and use of processing equipment Assist with all higher risk activities, such as modifications to the gas handling system and resupply (particularly important when the hazard presented is acute) Assist with building operations, including close monitoring of temperature, water supply, solar energy generation and AV facilities Storing and cataloguing of equipment (PCs, Laptops, desks and chairs) Process graphene and related materials using various clean room-based equipment Update web pages with available facilities, including brief descriptions and pictures Maintain and update database of all purchases to ensure easy accounting and traceability Requirements: At least HNC / Degree level qualification or gained experience and specialist knowledge Experience in handling chemicals, and clean room processing equipment Excellent communication skills Experience in providing training to groups on a one to one basis Ability to work to instructions and take ownership of a job Good problem solving capabilities A keen interest in Engineering Manual dexterity and eye to hand co-ordination is essential Experience in solution processing and printing Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below! We will respond to successful applicants within a couple of days

We are looking for an Electro-Mechanical Assembler to assemble products to a high-quality standard following specific standard operating procedures for a company in Ely. There are two shifts available: Early shift hours are Monday to Thursday 7:30am until 4:30pm and Friday 7:30am until 12:30pm Late shift hours are Monday to Thursday 4:30pm to 1:30am and Friday 12:30pm to 5:30pm Starting salary for this role is £12.35 per hour plus 15% shift premium payment Requirements Electro-Mechanical, Soldering or Assembly experience Experience of working to precise tolerances would be beneficial Flexible and able to adapt to the needs of the team and customer base Clear and concise communication skills A positive approach to continuous improvement activities Please get in touch for more information or to apply

Location: Cambridge (CB4) Duration: Permanent Hours: 9am until 5:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: £35,000 to £50,000 Job Reference: 34375 Polytec are looking for a new member for a manufacturing team based in Cambridge. You may be a Process Enigneer, Chemical Engineer or a Materials Scientist. This is a hands-on role with the majority of your time spent in the lab / workshop planning and conducting trials. You will be a key team member scaling up technology and processes. Responsibilities: Development of high-volume powder processing techniques Particle design High temperature engineering Material handling Requirements: Experience in powder processing development (ideally) Experience in manufacturing/process engineering Physical science degree or equivalent knowledge / experience Knowledge of Battery / Oven technology Awareness of health, safety and environment (HSandE) Knowledge in Quality Systems Lean Six Sigma Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below! We will respond to successful applicants within a couple of days

Location: Ipswich (IP6) Duration: Permanent Hours: 9am until 5pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: £22,000 rising to £24,000 on completion of training / probationary period Job Reference: 34249 Polytec are looking for a Design Engineering Assistant for our Ipswich based client to assist in the design and detailing of both new and new variants of existing products. Responsibilities: Generate and maintain manufacturing information Liaise with customers and suppliers, to confirm the design, assisting with the production of first-offs and prototypes Design schemes, to agreed timescales, meeting Customer requirements (producing drawings, take off quantities and rationale) Assist in keeping the technical and product information up to date and managed in line with Quality Procedures Requirements: HNC/HND in an engineering discipline CAD - Training/ experience in 3-D CAD including detail design and production drawings (preferably Creo) Knowledge of electrical products design and sheet metal design would be an advantage Computer Literate with good knowledge of Word and Excel Well-organised and self-motivated Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below! We will respond to successful applicants within a couple of days

Location: Cambridge (CB24) Duration: Permanent Hours: 8am until 4:30pm (Monday to Friday) Salary: Competitive Job Reference: 34315 Polytec are looking for a Mechanical Development Technician for our Cambridge based client. Responsibilities: Assembly of instruments and electro-mechanical sub-systems for development purposes Verification of assemblies following pre-defined instructions using standard and custom fixtures Developing jigs and fixtures Assist with development of assembly SOPs Stocktaking / maintenance of inventory levels of components Requirements: Practical experience in high-tech assembly and test Ability to interpret mechanical drawings of components and assemblies Experience in using mechanical and electronic measurement equipment Good understanding of materials and manufacturing processes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience in developing relevant documentation (work instructions and SOPs) Excellent attention to detail with a creative approach to problem-solving Ability to keep accurate records, in line with cGMP NVQ / BTEC qualification in a relevant discipline Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below! We will respond to successful applicants within a couple of days

Location: Cambridge (Moving to Ely 2023) Duration: Permanent Hours: 7:30am - 3:45pm Monday to Friday Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 Job Reference: 34310 Polytec are looking for a bright and proactive Quality Inspector to join a growing team in Cambridge. You will be performing in-process inspection and testing of finished products Responsibilities Verify the conformity of parts, assemblies and sub-assemblies in line with engineering drawings and QMS The ability to use a wide range of inspection and test equipment Ensure the completion of comprehensive and auditable inspection records Liaise with other departments including Production, Engineering etc. to resolve manufacturing issues where identified by the Quality Team Leader or Operations Quality Manager. Take an active role in the reduction of non-conformances Requirements ONC/HNC in an Engineering discipline (or relevant experience) A strong Metrology or CMM background would be an advantage Ability to work to tight timescales whilst maintaining quality standards For more information, please get in touch

We are looking for a Test and Measurement Technician to join a company in Cambridge to take on responsibility for the characterisation of devices. You will be implementing the test and measurement programme for production devices. Requirements Experience of the optoelectronic characterisation of semiconductor devices Knowledge of optoelectronic and electrical measurement equipment and testing techniques Have used both manual and automated probe stations to perform die-level device testing Familiar with ESD and laser safety requirements Experience of assembling, reconfiguring and calibrating measurement setups A solid understanding of electrical and electronic circuits, with ability to debug or build test circuits Excellent attention to detail and communication skills, both verbal and written Team player with a can-do attitude Please get in touch for further information or to apply