Joining Solutions Technician 1

Key Responsibilities

Role Summary

As a Joining Solutions Technician within the Fastening Technology Group, you will play a pivotal role in testing and evaluating cutting-edge joining technologies for both internal R&D and external customer projects. You will push the boundaries of innovation, delivering exceptional technical solutions that exceed customer expectations and drive industry-leading advancements in fastening technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Test and evaluate joining technologies like Self-Pierce Riveting, Flow Drill Fastening, and Adhesive Dispensing for innovative material applications.
• Develop optimized joining solutions by comparing key parameters for customer and R&D projects.
• Provide data-driven reports to engineers and management, highlighting challenges and proposing solutions.
• Produce high-quality documentation, including lab reports, customer reports, and process instructions.
• Ensure accurate and reliable reporting of joining results for internal and external stakeholders.
• Work cross-functionally with engineers, suppliers, and customers to support business goals.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient lab environment, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and support lean engineering.

Other Duties

• Safely operate lab equipment and handle chemicals per MSDS and COSHH guidelines.
• Follow environmental policies to prevent spills and ensure compliance.
• Travel nationally and internationally as needed to support business needs.
• Take on additional tasks as required, demonstrating flexibility and a proactive approach.

Essential

• BTEC ONC, NVQ, or equivalent in engineering (mechanical, materials, process, or manufacturing) or relevant practical experience.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English, Maths, and Science.
• Strong practical skills – able to operate power tools and laboratory testing equipment.
• Clear communication – able to present plans and results concisely.
• Experience working in a dynamic environment with good time management and organization.
• IT proficient – basic skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Outlook, and project management tools.
• Experience working in a technical team and organizing own workload.

Desirable

• Experience planning and delivering projects independently or in a small team.
• Knowledge of material science (alloys, steels, composites).
• Experience using automated or manual machining equipment.
• Background in high-precision, high-throughput industries (automotive, medical, aerospace).
• Knowledge of instrumentation and analytics.

Person Specification

• Positive attitude with a conscientious approach to quality.
• Methodical, detail-oriented, with strong record-keeping and data analysis skills.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and handle pressure.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication at all levels.
• Interest in personal and career development.

You will be part of an exciting and collaborative environment which is designed to enable you to reach your optimum potential. Our offices are modern and our benefits reflect that we are a cohesive team where your physical and mental wellbeing is nurtured.

Here’s just some of what we offer:

• Excellent company pension
• Private medical care
• Health cash plan

• Subsidised study programme
• Ambassador Programme where you get the opportunity to shape the future of our Company

Wellbeing initiatives such as

• Cycle to work scheme
• Annual safety day
• Annual learning week
• Summer and Christmas parties
• Fitness Classes
• Wildflower meadow
• Modern Refreshment areas to enjoy
• Discounts on numerous shops, restaurants, holidays and much more

Within Atlas Copco people make change happen so how you think will set you apart.  We believe that an active growth mindset is empowering and will enable us to deliver to the best of our ability and you will be encouraged and supported to act to identify ‘a better way’ to make products and people’s quality of life better.  If you are the right person then you will instinctively know that the technical skills of our team are enhanced by their soft skills and that we need both to reach our optimal performance.

Passionate people create exceptional things

Did you know that the solutions we develop are a key part of most industries? Electronics, medical research, renewable energy, food production, infrastructure and many more. We´re everywhere!
Working with us means working with the latest technologies and groundbreaking, sustainable innovations. With our inclusive and caring environment, you get the support and inspiration you need to grow. Here, your ideas are embraced, and you never stop learning.

Interested in being part of our team? Join us on our journey for a better tomorrow.