Electrical Test Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Engineer for a hands-on role in Northampton. Responsibilities include inspecting and testing electrical installations and control panels, ensuring compliance with quality standards, and providing training. The ideal candidate will have a background in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics, along with extensive panel wiring experience. Join a team focused on quality and innovation within the renewable energy sector.

Benefits

Work with cutting-edge industrial technology

Competitive compensation

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship or degree in Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics required.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on panel wiring experience.
• Strong understanding of VSDs, PLCs, SCADA/HMI technologies.

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, identify faults, and troubleshoot.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics

VSDs

PLCs

SCADA/HMI

Communication

Organization

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Electrical/ Electronic Engineering Qualifications

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