Electrification & Powertrain Technician

Outsource; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsource is seeking an Automotive Technician for a global engineering client in Peterborough. The role focuses on electrification, powertrain, diesel, and hybrid systems within advanced product research and development. It is a 12-month, site-based position requiring a hands-on multidisciplinary technician.

You will support APSD engineers with measurements, part logistics, and testing activities while ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Hands-on mechanical and/or electrical experience with diagnostics and fault finding.
• Strong understanding of safety practices and problem-solving in a technical context.
• Apprenticeship or equivalent qualification in mechanical/electrical disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Support APSD engineers by providing feedback and updates with measurements.
• Coordinate with logistics to obtain parts and ensure specifications are met.
• Conduct build/strip, measure activities on electrification and power systems.
• Perform electrical safety checks including insulation, grounding, Hi-Pot, CANape usage.

Skills

Diagnostics & fault finding

Hands-on mechanical/electrical

Health & Safety awareness

Education

Modern Apprenticeship / BTEC (Mechanical or Electrical)

Job description

Outsource is seeking an Automotive Technician for a global engineering client in Peterborough. The role focuses on electrification, powertrain, diesel, and hybrid systems within advanced product research and development. It is a 12-month, site-based position requiring a hands-on multidisciplinary technician.

You will support APSD engineers with measurements, part logistics, and testing activities while ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards.