R&D Technician

Role: R&D Technician

Location: Knutsford Parkgate Industrial Estate

Working Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am till 5pm. 40 hours per week.

A fantastic opportunity has open for an R&D Technician to join our team in Knutsford. This is a new position that will strengthen the existing team.

Whether you are an experienced Mechanical Technician from a machine shop background or a motivated Engineering Graduate looking for a practical start in R&D we want to hear from you.

About Us

With over 45 years of valve technology innovations Oliver Valves is a global leader in the design manufacture and supply of high-quality valves and valve systems serving industries such as oil and gas petrochemical and other critical sectors. We have won recognised awards for Export Manufacturing and Growth as well as the coveted Queens Award and more recently Kings Award for Industry. Were a profitable privately owned and fast-moving company looking for talented individuals to join our team and deliver our strategic objectives.

What Youll Be Doing

As an R&D Technician you will be responsible for the assembly inspection and rigorous testing of prototype valves in accordance with industry and client specifications. Key duties include:

Inspection: Detailed component inspection ensuring drawing compliance.

Specialised Testing: Conducting hydrostatic pneumatic cryogenic hyperbaric and fire testing.

Analysis: Interpreting test procedures and accurately recording results.

Prototyping: Assembling and testing new valve designs in line with Engineering Procedures.

Maintenance: Developing and maintaining R&D test equipment.

Problem Solving: Performing detailed component inspections and shop-floor remedial work.

What Youll Bring

Our ideal candidate is a proactive hands-on professional who combines technical precision in valve testing and assembly with the analytical mindset needed to drive innovation within a fast-paced R&D environment. They will bring the following attributes to the role:

Practical hands on tool skills

Can do attitude

Attention to detail

Basic understanding of Microsoft Office

Team player with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Good numeracy literacy and communication skills.

Whats On Offer

Heres what you can expect as an R&D Technician with us:

Competitive starting pay of 12.94 per hour which increases after probation.

Discretionary annual bonus.

Overtime opportunities at enhanced rates.

Company pension scheme (4% employer contribution 5% employee contribution).

Medical cash plan (dental optical physio & more) Life Assurance (Death in Service) and Long Service Awards.

Excellent training and development opportunities.

31 days of Annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) increasing with length of service.

Ready to join a market leader

If you are looking to start your career apply now.