Electrical Test Engineer

TipTopJob; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in Manchester seeks an experienced Electrical Test Engineer for a permanent role. The position involves various electrical testing activities, offering ongoing training and development opportunities in a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will possess experience in high voltage testing and effective communication skills.

Benefits

Ongoing training & development

Long-term career progression opportunities

Collaborative and supportive working environment

Qualifications

• 2+ years of electrical testing experience in manufacturing.
• Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with BS EN testing standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct voltage ratio and transformer vector testing.
• Support Design Engineers in testing new products.
• Maintain documentation according to ISO9001:2015.

Skills

Electrical safety

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

BTEC ONC/NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Electrical instrumentation

Job description

Electrical Test Engineer – Wythenshawe, Manchester

£38,000 – £42,000 DOE + Ongoing Training & Development

Are you an experienced Electrical Test Engineer looking to join a forward-thinking company with a specialised yet diverse product range? We're recruiting on behalf of a leading manufacturer based in Wythenshawe, Manchester, who are offering a permanent position with full training, long-term career development, and varied, engaging work.

The Role:

Working from our Manchester site, you'll carry out a wide range of electrical testing activities. The role is both challenging and rewarding, offering exposure to specialised electrical products and systems. Training will be provided, but a strong eye for detail and a solid understanding of electrical safety is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

- Voltage ratio and transformer vector testing
- Winding resistance testing
- Over potential and insulation resistance testing
- Copper and iron loss testing
- High voltage flash and partial discharge testing
- Supporting Design Engineers in type testing new products
- Maintaining documentation to ISO9001:2015 and BS/customer specifications

Qualifications (Desirable):

- BTEC ONC/NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering

Experience (Essential/Desirable):

- Ideally 2+ years of electrical testing experience in a production/manufacturing environment
- Ability to read electrical wiring diagrams and follow written test procedures
- Proficient in the use of electrical instrumentation
- Solid understanding of AC theory and electrical testing procedures
- Experience working in high voltage (HV) test environments safely
- Familiarity with BS EN routine and type testing standards
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including customer interaction
- Capable of independent problem-solving and collaborative team work

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary (£38,000 – £42,000 depending on experience)
- Structured training and development program
- Long-term career progression opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive working environment

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