Electrical Test Engineer

Crowncork; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development

Career progression

Safe working environment

Job summary

CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE) is seeking an Electrical Test Engineer to join our Wortley, Leeds site. You will program, build and test electrical sub-assemblies and complete machines, ensuring they meet high standards and customer acceptance.

You will configure PLCs, HMIs, drives, and remote I/O, with occasional minor software adjustments. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential in a collaborative multi-functional team.

Qualifications

• Apprentice-trained Electrical Engineer or NVQ 3 with HNC in Electrical/Electronic Engineering.
• Experience in programming, building and testing electrical sub-assemblies and complete machines.
• Ability to read technical drawings and fault-find to high standards.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Program, build and test electrical sub-assemblies and complete machines.
• Configure PLCs, HMIs, drives and remote I/O units; occasional minor software adjustments.
• Carry out detailed testing, wiring modifications and fault-finding as required.
• Ensure equipment operates to highest standards and deliver fully tested, compliant machines for customer approval.

Skills

Electrical testing

Wiring

PLC programming

Schematic reading

Fault finding

HMI setup

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering

HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

Drives

Remote I/O

Job description

## Electrical Test EngineerApply: Leeds: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 16, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR105049**Job Description:**We have a new vacancy for a Electrical Test Engineer to be based at our site in Wortley, Leeds.**About CMbE**CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE) designs, develops, and manufactures high-performance metal forming and finishing machinery for the production of beverage, food, and aerosol cans. With our commitment to innovation and precision engineering, it is an exciting time to join our business. CMbE offers you the opportunity to grow and develop your skills in an expanding industry.**Your mission in CMbE**We are looking for an experienced Electrical Test Engineer to join our Assembly team and play a key role in programming, building, and testing electrical sub‐assemblies and complete machines. In this role, the candidate will ensure that all equipment operates to the highest standards by carrying out detailed testing, making wiring modifications, and performing fault‐finding activities as needed. The successful candidate will work closely with engineering teams to verify schematic drawings, provide constructive feedback, and support continuous improvement. The position also involves configuring PLCs, HMIs, drives, and remote I/O units, along with occasional minor software adjustments. Their contribution will be essential in ensuring machines are delivered fully tested, compliant, and ready for customer approval. To succeed in this role, the candidate will bring a solid technical foundation, along with strong practical skills in testing high‐speed production machinery. They will have significant hands‐on experience in programming, testing, wiring, and problem solving, and will be confident in reading, understanding, and working from technical drawings. The ideal candidate should be comfortable diagnosing faults, applying modifications, and ensuring all work meets the required standards.**About you**The successful candidate must be an apprentice-trained Electrical Engineer or possess a minimum of an NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering, supported by an HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering. The ideal candidate will be someone who thrives in a technical, hands‐on environment and enjoys working through complex problems with accuracy and confidence. They will be approachable, collaborative, and able to communicate clearly with customers and colleagues alike. They should take pride in delivering high‐quality work, be comfortable working independently when needed, and remain calm and solution‐focused when faced with new issues. A natural team player with a positive attitude, you will bring both technical expertise and a professional approach to every task, helping to ensure that our machinery meets expectations and performs reliably for our customers. Strong communication skills are important, as they will regularly collaborate with colleagues and support customer buy‐off activities. An organised and methodical approach to work is essential, as is a willingness to take on new challenges and contribute effectively within a multi‐functional team.**What CMbE Offers You*** The opportunity to build a career in a multi-cultural environment* To be rewarded fairly and promoted based on merit and performance* Professional and personal development through training and work experiences* Strong engagement and commitment to the safety of our employees**Join us and become part of an international team of professionals across the Crown packaging group who are passionate about precision engineering, can making machinery and sustainable packaging!**