ATU Technician

The Best Connection; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technical services company is seeking an ATU Technician to support the setup, operation, and maintenance of test rigs in Gillingham. The role involves assembling diesel components, diagnosing mechanical faults, and maintaining test equipment. Candidates should have intermediate mechanical fitting skills and a minimum HNC in Engineering or similar. The position offers a pay rate of £14.50 per hour with full-time shifts, providing a dynamic work environment focused on performance and emissions validation.

Qualifications

• HNC or equivalent Engineering qualification preferred.
• Engineering-related degree is desirable.
• Basic risk assessment skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install diesel components onto test rigs.
• Build and maintain fluid circuits, pipework, and instrumentation.
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs or component replacements.
• Carry out mechanical fitting, disassembly, and reassembly of diesel engines.
• Record and analyse test data using diagnostic software.

Skills

Intermediate mechanical fitting skills

Basic fuel injection system knowledge

Basic instrumentation setup skills

Basic data acquisition skills

Intermediate computer skills (MS Office)

Basic test equipment programming

Basic understanding of engine functions

Understanding of rig function

Good communication skills

Basic risk assessment skills

Education

HNC or equivalent Engineering qualification

Engineering-related degree

Tools

Test equipment (e.g., AVL Puma)

Job description

Job Title: ATU Technician

Location: Gillingham, Kent

Pay Rate: £14.50 per hour

Shifts: Rotating shifts (see below)

Job Type: Full-time

Shift Pattern

Monday - Thursday:

• 06:00 - 14:00
• 14:00 - 22:00
• (Weekly rotating)

Friday:

• 06:00 - 13:00
• 13:00 - 20:00
• (Weekly rotating)

Position Overview

The ATU Technician will support the setup, operation, and maintenance of test rigs, including mechanical fitting, diagnostics, and calibration tasks. You will ensure accurate and reliable testing of components for performance, durability, and emissions validation.

Facilities include:

• Engine Test (Performance & Validation)
• Vehicle Test
• Rig Test (Performance & Validation)
• Specialist Environmental Rigs
• NVH Rigs
• Fuel Injection Equipment (FIE) build

Roles & Responsibilities

• Assemble and install diesel components onto test rigs
• Build and maintain fluid circuits, pipework, and instrumentation
• Install and calibrate transducers, sensors, and data acquisition systems
• Set up and execute test procedures (performance & endurance)
• Carry out mechanical fitting, disassembly, and reassembly of diesel engines and subsystems
• Diagnose faults and complete repairs or component replacements
• Record and analyse test data using diagnostic software
• Support engineers with troubleshooting and test-related issues
• Perform planned maintenance, servicing, and repairs on test equipment
• Edit test programs as required
• Work safely and follow all documented processes and protocols

Skills Required

• Intermediate mechanical fitting skills
• Basic fuel injection system knowledge
• Basic instrumentation setup and operational skills
• Basic data acquisition skills
• Intermediate computer skills (MS Office)
• Basic test equipment programming (e.g., AVL Puma, National Instruments)
• Basic understanding of engine functions
• Understanding of rig function and/or engine test bed operation
• Good communication skills
• Basic risk assessment skills
• Ability to uphold workplace values and standards

Desirable Advanced Skills:

• Advanced mechanical fitting skills
• Intermediate fuel injection system knowledge
• Intermediate instrumentation and data acquisition skills
• Intermediate engine function understanding

Attributes

• Results-driven
• Strong team player
• Respectful and inclusive approach

Experience & Qualifications (Desirable)

• HNC or equivalent Engineering qualification
• Engineering-related degree