Senior Technologist (Heating and Aerosol Mechanics, HAM

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!

British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Technologist (Heating and Aerosol Mechanics, HAM) in Southampton

The Senior Technologist is responsible for completing assigned technical tasks using appropriate methodologies, equipment, and expertise. Operating within the Heating and Aerosol Mechanics team, the role supports the successful delivery of development projects and contributes to the advancement of the R&D pipeline.

The Senior Technologist plays a meaningful role in advancing the Heating and Aerosol Mechanics team's contribution to the R&D pipeline. By designing, executing, and validating product performance tests, the role ensures that HAM’s critical Tech Blocks are rigorously assessed against defined criteria.

• Plan, develop, and complete verification testing for HAM’s critical Tech Blocks, scientific investigations, and product performance studies, ensuring alignment with BAT standards and project objectives.
• Develop and implement test methods and study plans to support HAM science, product performance assessments, root cause investigations, and technical problem solving.
• Analyze, manage, and present test data and findings to support evidence-based decision making, scientific understanding, and project recommendations.
• Collaborate with internal and external collaborators to ensure product compliance, quality, safety, robustness, and successful delivery of testing and scientific activities.
• Provide technical expertise and deliver project commitments by applying scientific principles, maintaining awareness of standard methodologies and compliance requirements, and ensuring timely execution of assigned activities across HAM’s project portfolio.

• Proven experience with Vapour and Heated Products (HP), including product construction, testing methodologies, and the planning and execution of comprehensive laboratory-based verification test programs.
• Strong ability to analyze and interpret test data, communicate findings effectively to both technical and non-technical collaborators, adapt to changing project requirements, and build effective working relationships across diverse teams.
• Able to lead a range of assigned development activities and propose best practise to fulfil assignment.
• Work with other technical teams to understand and characterise product performance with the assigned responsibilities within the team to improve the accuracy and quality of development test data, as well as the ability to identify and raise risks and issues in a timely and appropriate manor.
• Degree or equivalent experience qualification in Science/Engineering or related field.

• Experience in Product Tear Down
• Experience in Minitab

• Do you have experience working with Vapour and/or HP Products?
• Have you previously worked in roles involving Vapour and/or HP Product development or testing?
• Do you have experience of Lab safety and performance testing?

• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You’ll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
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