Electrical Test Engineer

Omega Plc; Cutnall Green; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension

Bonus

Job summary

Omega Plc in Droitwich is seeking an Electrical Test Engineer to join a market‑leading manufacturing environment. This hands‑on role involves testing and commissioning complex electrical and control systems to ensure equipment is ready for customer delivery.

The ideal candidate will have an HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, strong knowledge of single and three‑phase systems, and experience with live equipment.

Qualifications

• HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
• Experience with live electrical equipment and high‑power circuits.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and schematics.
• Strong fault finding and analytical skills with safety focus.

Responsibilities

• Carry out testing and inspection of equipment in a manufacturing setting.
• Connect electrical, water, and mechanical systems for testing and commissioning.
• Perform fault finding and PLC troubleshooting.
• Document testing results and quality records.
• Approve and sign off equipment prior to dispatch.

Skills

Fault finding

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Meticulous

Mechanical hands-on

Reading schematics

High voltage safety

Education

HNC in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Power analysers

Job description

Electrical Test Engineer Droitwich Permanent Up to £36,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Electrical Test Engineer to join a market-leading manufacturing company based in Droitwich. This hands‑on role offers the chance to work on complex electrical and control systems, playing a key part in ensuring high‑quality equipment is thoroughly tested, commissioned, and ready for customer delivery.

Main Duties

• Carry out comprehensive testing and inspection of equipment within a manufacturing environment
• Connect electrical, water, and mechanical systems to facilitate testing and commissioning activities
• Perform fault finding and diagnostics, including live PLC troubleshooting and problem resolution
• Utilise a range of test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and power analysers
• Test and work safely with high‑voltage electrical systems
• Collaborate closely with engineering and production teams to resolve technical issues and improve performance
• Complete accurate testing documentation and quality records
• Approve and sign off equipment prior to customer dispatch

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Electrical Test Engineer HNC qualified (or equivalent) in Electrical Engineering
• Strong knowledge of single and three-phase systems, along with high‑power electrical circuits
• Previous experience working with live electrical equipment
• A solid understanding of analogue and digital electronics
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from engineering drawings and schematics
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment
• A meticulous approach with a strong commitment to quality and safety standards
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities
• Mechanically minded with a practical, hands‑on approach
• Flexibility to undertake occasional international travel to meet the needs of the role

What we are able to offer:

• Electrical Test Engineer Competitive pension and bonus