Electrical Test Operations Engineer

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Oxford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Electrical Test Operations Engineer to support AIT activities within a high-technology engineering environment in Oxford. You will perform electrical testing and integration tasks on complex systems with a focus on quality and safety. The ideal candidate will have a HNC in Electrical Engineering and 5 years' relevant experience. This long-term contract position offers opportunities for extension and is part of a skilled operations team.

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC or NVQ Level 4 in an Electrical Engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar electrical test or integration role.
• Strong understanding of electrical test techniques and fault finding.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical test and integration activities in line with approved procedures.
• Support AIT campaigns, including preparation and execution of electrical tests.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical issues during test operations.

Skills

Electrical test techniques

Fault finding

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

HNC or NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Electrical Test Operations Engineer (AIT)

Location: Oxford
Contract Length: 12 months (with potential extension)
Security Clearance: SC required before starting
Restrictions: UK Eyes Only
IR35: Off‑payroll working rules apply

Pay Rate:
£37 per hour (Umbrella)
Shift uplift applies - typically 20% for day shifts, higher for other patterns

Working Pattern:
Shift‑based role, Monday to Sunday
Rotating double day shifts or rotating early, late and night shifts depending on project phase
Some flexibility in shift patterns during specific project stages

Interview Process:
One‑stage, face‑to‑face interview

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Test Operations Engineer to support Assembly, Integration and Test (AIT) activities within a high‑technology engineering environment.

You will be responsible for carrying out electrical integration and test operations on complex systems, supporting test campaigns through all phases of build, verification and fault resolution. This is a hands‑on role requiring strong electrical expertise, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively within a shift‑based operational team.

The role will initially involve some travel to Stevenage before transitioning fully to the Oxford site.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform electrical test and integration activities in line with approved procedures and schedules
• Support AIT campaigns, including preparation, execution and close‑out of electrical tests
• Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues during test operations
• Support test documentation, reporting and configuration control activities
• Work closely with engineering, quality and operations teams to ensure safe and efficient delivery
• Adhere to all health, safety and quality standards within a regulated environment

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

• Minimum HNC or NVQ Level 4 in an Electrical Engineering discipline, or equivalent experience
• At least 5 years’ experience in a similar electrical test or integration role
• Strong understanding of electrical test techniques, procedures and fault finding
• Experience working in complex engineering or high‑reliability environments

Desirable Industry Backgrounds:

• Space
• Aerospace
• Communications
• High‑tech manufacturing

Why Apply?

This is a long‑term contract opportunity supporting critical programmes within a technically advanced environment. You'll be part of a skilled operations team, working on complex systems with clear processes, strong support and the opportunity for contract extension.