Electrical Test Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Engineer to join their team in Birmingham. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for inspecting, testing, and documenting electrical installations to ensure compliance with high standards. The position offers opportunities to work with cutting-edge technology, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and receive competitive compensation with long-term career prospects.

Benefits

Work with cutting-edge industrial and renewable energy technology

Be part of a team focused on quality, innovation, and sustainability

Competitive compensation and long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on panel wiring experience.
• Recognised electrical/electronic engineering qualifications.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections and electrical testing of control panels.
• Manage calibration of in-house test equipment and maintain testing rigs.
• Conduct pre-power and functional testing, including PLC I/O and VSDs.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Panel Wiring

PLC Technologies

Communication

Time Management

Education

Apprenticeship or degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics

Job description

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Electrical Test Engineer
Employment Type: Permanent
About the Role:
Earthstream is recruiting on behalf of a leading client for an experienced Electrical Test Engineer. In this hands-on role, you’ll be responsible for inspecting, testing, and documenting electrical installations and control panels to the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities:

• Perform quality inspections and electrical testing of control panels
• Verify build accuracy and ensure all components meet electrical design specs
• Read and interpret mechanical and electrical technical drawings
• Conduct pre-power and functional testing, including PLC I/O and VSDs
• Manage calibration of in-house test equipment and maintain testing rigs
• Record test results accurately, identify faults, and troubleshoot as needed
• Ensure all work aligns with internal and external quality standards
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards in the service area
• Support panel build and wiring when testing is not active
• Participate in safety, quality, and process improvement initiatives
• Provide training to team members within your competency
• Travel to customer or external sites as required
• Conduct VSD bench repairs (AC & DC drives)

Required Skills & Experience:

• Apprenticeship or degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics
• Recognised electrical/electronic engineering qualifications
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on panel wiring experience
• Strong understanding of VSDs, PLCs, SCADA/HMI technologies
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time management skills
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team

Why Join?

• Work with cutting-edge industrial and renewable energy technology
• Be part of a team focused on quality, innovation, and sustainability
• Competitive compensation and long-term career prospects