Control Panel Test Engineer

Trant Engineering Ltd; Northam; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Company car or car allowance

20+ days holiday

Job summary

Trant Engineering Ltd is seeking a Control Panel Test Engineer for their workshop near Totton, Southampton. You will inspect and verify panels, MCCs and automation systems prior to dispatch, carrying out comprehensive electrical testing and documentation.

Ideal candidates have electrical engineering qualifications and strong BS EN testing experience, with a focus on safe isolation, traceability and compliance. The role includes site‑based testing and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 / HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strength in BS EN testing and verification requirements.
• Recognised electrical safety and testing training, including safe isolation practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test and verify control panels, MCCs and automation systems prior to dispatch.
• Conduct insulation resistance, continuity, polarity, functional and operational tests.
• Set up instrumentation and testing equipment to ensure thorough verification of systems.
• Maintain traceability of components and test results; prepare documentation for handover to clients.
• Support FATs with clients or inspectors and assist with fault-finding during tests.
• Ensure compliance with IEC/BS/international standards and safe testing procedures.

Skills

BS EN testing requirements

Electrical safety training

Schematic reading

Functional testing

Non-conformance handling

Test documentation

Education

Electrical engineering qualification

Job description

Description

Te-Tech design, custom build and install a wide range of high quality control panels, motor control centres (MCC's) and automation systems, offering conventional, intelligent and withdrawable systems with outstanding reliability and functionality. We are currently looking for a Control Panel Test Engineer to join our workshop based near Totton, Southampton.

The Role

The Control Panel Test Engineer is responsible for the inspection, testing, and verification of control panels, MCCs, and automation systems prior to dispatch. The role ensures all products are compliant with BS EN (phone number removed), client requirements, and internal quality procedures, providing assurance that assemblies are safe, functional, and fit for purpose.

What You'll Be Doing

• Technical Responsibilities - Electrical Inspection & Testing Understanding of panel General Arrangements and schematics. Carry out routine and type verification testing in accordance with BS EN (phone number removed):#####.
• Perform visual, mechanical and electrical inspections of completed assemblies. Conduct insulation resistance, continuity, polarity, functional and operational testing. Set up instrumentation and test equipment as necessary to ensure thorough verification of systems.
• Technical Support & Collaboration Ensure traceability of components and test results in line with quality procedures. Support the preparation of final documentation for handover to clients. Perform functional testing of control circuits, interlocks, protection devices, and automation logic. Support FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) with clients or third-party inspectors. Assist with basic fault-finding and rectification during test phases.
• SHE&Q and Compliance Ensure all panels and MCCs meet client specifications, drawings and approved documentation. Complete and maintain accurate test records, certificates, and compliance documentation. Confirm compliance with relevant IEC, BS, and international standards where applicable.
• Identify non-conformances and work with manufacturing teams to resolve issues. Support internal and external audits and client inspections. Ensure testing activities are carried out safely and in accordance with company H&S procedures. Maintain a safe, tidy and compliant test environment. Identify opportunities to improve testing processes, efficiency and quality standards.
• Core Values Uphold and promote the Company's Core Values - Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 / HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of BS EN (phone number removed)#####1 testing and verification requirements.
• Recognised electrical safety and testing training, including safe isolation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and GA drawings.
• Proven experience testing control panels, MCCs, or automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience carrying out routine verification testing in accordance with BS EN (phone number removed).
• Hands-on experience with functional, insulation resistance, continuity, and operational testing.
• Experience identifying, reporting, and supporting rectification of non-conformances.
• Experience testing MCCs, control panels and intelligent MCC / PLC systems.

Desirable

• 18th Edition (B#####71) qualification.
• Training or certification in FAT / commissioning procedures.
• Knowledge of international standards (IEC, UL, or equivalent).
• First Aid or IOSH Working Safely certification.
• Experience supporting or leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) with clients.
• Experience working on custom-built, client-specific assemblies.
• Experience supporting quality audits and compliance documentation.

Why Join Us?

We deliver complex, high-value engineering and construction projects across the UK. From process and water treatment to energy infrastructure upgrades, we play a key role in delivering and protecting critical national infrastructure - shaping the systems that communities and industries rely on every day. Our teams design and deliver full EPC solutions, combining technical excellence with practical, hands‑on delivery. We offer end-to‑end capabilities - from concept and design through to manufacturing, construction and commissioning utilising a continually evolving in-house expertise. This means you'll work on projects that are varied, challenging and genuinely impactful. Our multi-disciplinary teams bring together specialists in civil, mechanical, electrical, process, instrumentation, and control & automation engineering, alongside our in-house manufacturing of control panels, MCCs, PLCs and SCADA systems. With over 1,000 people and a strong, growing pipeline of work, it's an exciting time to join us. We are committed to helping our people succeed through our Career Development Association, providing structured support, mentoring and clear pathways to help you reach your full potential. Whether you're starting out or looking to take your next career step, we offer the chance to develop, progress and make a real difference.

Company Benefits Package Includes

• Competitive salary.
• Company car or car allowance (some levels).
• Mentored support within our 'Career Development Association', to work towards chartership.
• 24 days holiday (increasing with service) + 8 bank holidays.
• Options to buy additional holiday via salary sacrifice.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working based on a 'core hours' system.
• 1 x Professional Membership paid annually.
• Hybrid working.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Free onsite parking.
• Bike to Work Scheme.
• Discretionary annual bonus.