Electrical Test Engineer: Precision, Compliance & Field Testing

Manpower UK; Swineshead; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower UK is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Engineer to join our Lincolnshire-based team in the Boston area. You will perform electrical testing and inspections to ensure compliance with standards, recording results precisely and maintaining calibration of test equipment.

The role involves site travel across Boston and surrounding areas, producing clear test documentation and supporting installation and commissioning activities while adhering to safety rules and risk assessments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Electrical Test Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of electrical testing principles and compliance requirements.
• Competence in using electrical test instruments and interpreting results accurately.
• Understanding of relevant UK electrical standards and safe working practices.
• Ability to produce clear, accurate test records, reports and documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to fault finding and verification.
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to liaise with site teams and stakeholders.
• Relevant electrical qualification (for example City & Guilds or equivalent) and demonstrable testing experience.
• Relevant certification and/or training in electrical testing and safe working (as applicable).
• Driving licence (where required for site travel across the Boston, Lincolnshire region).

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical testing and inspection activities in line with relevant standards and project requirements.
• Perform routine and non-routine electrical test procedures, ensuring accurate recording of results.
• Use appropriate test equipment safely and effectively, maintaining calibration and readiness where required.
• Interpret test results and identify any faults, defects, or non-conformities, escalating issues promptly.
• Complete test documentation, reports, and certification accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support installation and commissioning activities by verifying electrical systems meet required specifications.
• Work to safe systems of work, following site rules, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and professionalism when working on customer sites.
• Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery of testing and compliance tasks.

Skills

Electrical testing

Test instruments

Documentation

Compliance knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

City & Guilds or equivalent

Job description

Manpower UK is seeking an experienced Electrical Test Engineer to join our Lincolnshire-based team in the Boston area. You will perform electrical testing and inspections to ensure compliance with standards, recording results precisely and maintaining calibration of test equipment.

The role involves site travel across Boston and surrounding areas, producing clear test documentation and supporting installation and commissioning activities while adhering to safety rules and risk assessments.