Senior LAB Engineer

At Kelvion, our mission is to lead the industrial transformation by championing innovation and sustainability. From optimising data centres and advancing hydrogen production to revolutionising refrigeration and HVAC systems, our mission-critical thermal solutions empower industries around the globe. United as “One Kelvion,” our global team delivers innovative solutions that drive customer success and support a sustainable future.

Together, We Shape the Future.

At Kelvion, our mission is to lead the industrial transformation by championing innovation and sustainability. From optimising data centres and advancing hydrogen production to revolutionising refrigeration and HVAC systems, our mission-critical thermal solutions empower industries around the globe. United as “One Kelvion,” our global team delivers innovative solutions that drive customer success and support a sustainable future.

As a LAB Engineer within Kelvion Technology UK, you will play a key role in supporting the development of next-generation heat exchanger technologies for High Tech and Green Tech applications. Working in a state-of-the-art testing environment, you will be responsible for planning, setting up, executing, and reporting laboratory and product tests that support product development, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams across Kelvion’s global organization, including Product Development, Research & Innovation, Manufacturing, Sales, New Product Introduction, and other central functions. Your work will help validate innovative solutions for customers such as data centres, heat pump manufacturers, and hydrogen fuel cell producers.

• Preparing, setting up, and operating laboratory equipment and test rigs for product and component testing.
• Developing and executing test plans, procedures, and protocols for new and existing products.
• Recording, analysing, and interpreting test results, identifying deviations, failures, and improvement opportunities.
• Producing clear and accurate test reports and maintaining comprehensive documentation of test activities.
• Supporting root cause investigations and troubleshooting of test failures.
• Collaborating with engineering, development, and quality teams to recommend product and process improvements.
• Maintaining, calibrating, and monitoring laboratory equipment to ensure reliable performance.
• Supporting compliance with health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Assisting with risk assessments and safe working procedures within the laboratory environment.
• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean practices and 5S activities to maintain a safe, organised, and efficient laboratory.
• Supporting the ongoing development and enhancement of laboratory testing capabilities and processes.

• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Experience in a laboratory, product testing, validation, or engineering environment, with a strong understanding of testing procedures and equipment.
• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test results.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with laboratory management, data acquisition, or testing software.
• Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accurate documentation and reporting.
• A safety-conscious team player with strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working across multidisciplinary teams.
• Committed to continuous improvement and 5S principles, with a willingness to…