Electrical Test Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading client seeks an experienced Electrical Test Engineer in Milton Keynes. In this permanent role, you will inspect, test, and document electrical installations and control panels, ensuring compliance with quality standards. This position offers competitive compensation and the chance to work with innovative energy technology.

Benefits

Work with cutting-edge technology

Focus on quality and innovation

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on panel wiring experience required.
• Recognised electrical/electronic engineering qualifications needed.
• Strong understanding of VSDs, PLCs, SCADA/HMI technologies essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality inspections and electrical testing of control panels.
• Conduct pre-power and functional testing, including PLC I/O and VSDs.
• Record test results accurately and troubleshoot when needed.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

Panel Wiring

PLC

SCADA/HMI

Communication

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Apprenticeship in Electrical Engineering

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