Electrical Tester

Ford & Stanley Talentwise

Buckingham

On-site

GBP 49,000 - 80,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

33% Shift allowance

Permanent position

Ongoing training

Modern rail vehicle programmes

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Ford & Stanley Talentwise is seeking an experienced Electrical Tester to join a growing rail engineering team in Milton Keynes. You will perform electrical and functional testing on rail vehicles, diagnose faults, verify installations, and support vehicle delivery programmes.

The role requires fault finding on complex electrical/electro‑mechanical systems, reading schematics, and working with cross‑functional teams to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with rail standards.

Qualifications

Experience with electrical fault finding on complex systems.
Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Knowledge of safe isolation procedures and testing practices.

Responsibilities

Conduct electrical and functional testing of rail vehicle systems.
Diagnose faults and support root cause analysis.
Record test results and maintain quality records.
Assist with commissioning and validation activities when required.
Ensure compliance with rail industry regulations and safety standards.
Support vehicle acceptance and readiness for service.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Electrical testing

Schematics reading

Test equipment usage

Independent worker

Education

NVQ Level 3 / City & Guilds / BTEC / HNC/HND or equivalent electrical qualification

Tools

Multimeters

Insulation resistance testers

Rail testing equipment

Job description

Electrical Tester (Rail Rolling Stock)

Location: Milton Keynes

Salary: £49,000 per annum + 33% Shift Allowance

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Electrical Tester to join a growing rail engineering team based in Milton Keynes. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled electrical professional with a strong background in fault finding, diagnostics, and static testing of complex electrical systems.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out electrical and functional testing on rail vehicles and associated systems to ensure vehicles are safe, compliant, and ready for service. You will work closely with production, engineering, quality, and commissioning teams to diagnose faults, verify installations, and support vehicle delivery programmes.

Candidates with experience from rail, automotive, aerospace, defence, heavy vehicle, marine, bus and coach manufacturing, or other safety‑critical engineering environments are encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct electrical and functional testing of rail vehicle systems and components.
Perform static testing activities in accordance with engineering specifications and testing procedures.
Diagnose and rectify electrical faults using approved fault‑finding techniques.
Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, technical drawings, and engineering documentation.
Test and verify the correct operation of:
- Passenger door systems
- Lighting systems
- HVAC equipment
- Battery systems
- Control circuits
- Communicationsystems
- Braking interfaces
- Auxiliary electrical systems
Use a range of electrical test equipment, including multimeters, insulation resistance testers, and specialist rail testing equipment.
Record and document test results accurately and maintain quality records.
Investigate test failures and support root cause analysis activities.
Work alongside engineering and production teams to resolve defects and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Assist with commissioning and validation activities when required.
Ensure all work is completed in accordance with company quality standards, rail industry regulations, and health and safety requirements.
Support vehicle acceptance and readiness for customer service.

Essential Requirements

Previous experience as an Electrical Tester, Test Technician, Electrical Fitter, Commissioning Technician, Diagnostic Technician, or similar role.
Proven experience of electrical fault finding and static testing on complex electrical or electro‑mechanical systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
Experience using electrical testing and diagnostic equipment.
Strong understanding of electrical systems, controls, and fault diagnosis techniques.
Knowledge of safe isolation procedures and electrical testing practices.
Excellent problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Commit to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and workmanship.

Suitable Industry Backgrounds

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in:

Rail rolling stock manufacturing, maintenance, overhaul, refurbishment, or commissioning.
Automotive manufacturing and vehicle testing, including electric vehicles.
Aerospace and avionics testing environments.
Defence and military vehicle systems.
Bus and coach manufacturing or maintenance.
Heavy commercial vehicles (HGVs) and specialist vehicles.
Marine electrical systems and vessel commissioning.
Industrial manufacturing, control panel testing, and automated production equipment.
Any other safety‑critical engineering environment involving complex electrical systems, diagnostics, testing, or commissioning.

Desirable Requirements

Previous experience of fault finding and static testing on rail carriages or rolling stock.
NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, BTEC, HNC/HND, or equivalent electrical qualification.
Experience working within manufacturing, maintenance, commissioning, or refurbishment environments.
Understanding of railway standards and quality assurance processes.
Knowledge of vehicle communication systems, control circuits, and electro‑mechanical equipment.

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