The Role

Location: Liverpool, UK
Job Grade: GG10

Join a Global Leader in Innovation – Test Technician Opportunity in Liverpool

Are you ready to be part of a forward-thinking, inclusive organisation that’s shaping the future of FMCG? Imperial Brands is seeking a hands-on and detail-driven Test Technician to join our dynamic Device Development team within the Innovation function at our Liverpool site.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the heart of R&D, supporting engineers on cutting-edge new product development projects. Reporting to the Prototype & Validation Manager, you’ll play a key role in bringing ideas to life through testing, validation, and collaboration.

Principle Accountabilities

• Collaborate with Development Engineers on new technology initiatives, product development, and ongoing engineering projects.
• Assemble, disassemble, and test prototypes and in-market products, generating and analysing test data to support R&D activities.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate test equipment, ensuring workshop tools, consumables, and facilities are kept to high standards.
• Produce jigs, fixtures, and test setups to support prototype assembly, testing, and sample preparation across various facilities.
• Maintain health and safety standards, follow good working practices, and comply with all safety, ethics, and quality procedures.
• Support documentation processes including SOPs, test reports, and internal training requirements.

Skills and Experience Required

• Completed A-Levels or equivalent qualification (e.g. BTEC) in an engineering-related subject
• Proficient in the use of general hand tools and equipment
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Highly computer literate with excellent command of the English language
• Experienced in product testing and accurate data recording
• Effective team player with a focus on meeting project deadlines and driving continuous improvement

 

Whilst applications from all locations will be considered, please note that priority will be given to candidates who are based locally and possess the required skills and experience for the role.

Everyone Belongs

Everyone belongs in Imperial. We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence. We give fair and equal consideration to all our applicants. Please contact us at recruitment@impbrands.com to let us know if we can provide support in helping you complete an application and/or attend an interview.

 

For further information about the role please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner Joanne.Lee@impbrands.com