Engine Research And Development Technician

Seismic Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Peterborough is seeking a Research & Product Development Technician for a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in electronics, a relevant qualification, and hands-on experience in R&D or electrification systems. Responsibilities include testing components, supporting advanced development programmes, and ensuring safety. This role offers competitive hourly rates and the opportunity to contribute to innovative power solutions.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Pension contribution

Qualifications

• Solid background in electronics or electrical engineering.
• Experience in R&D, electrification, or high-voltage systems.
• Confidence using various test and calibration tools.

Responsibilities

• Support development programmes and report progress.
• Run and interpret test plans using testbed software.
• Analyse test data, raising issues, and driving improvements.

Skills

Electronics

Electrical engineering

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Test and calibration tools

Education

Modern apprenticeship, ONC/HNC, degree

Tools

CANape

Cat ET

AVL software

Job description

Overview

Research & Product Development Technician
Peterborough/ Onsite
12-month contract – Very Likely to Extend
37 hours a week: 08:00-16:30 Monday – Friday
Up to £18.90 PAYE hourly rate plus holiday and pension contribution, OR Umbrella hourly rates up to £25.65

Be part of the future of power systems

From electrification and hybrid systems to diesel and powertrain development, this is an opportunity where variety, challenge, and impact come as standard. You will be joining a world‑renowned manufacturer with a proud British heritage, recognised globally for engineering excellence and a bold commitment to sustainable technologies. Their products power thousands of applications worldwide, and their R&D teams are driving the next generation of sustainable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Support advanced power system development programmes, reporting progress and insights
• Build stripping, measuring, and testing electrification, hybrid, diesel, and powertrain components
• Carry out electrical safety checks (insulation resistance, ground bonding, Hi‑Pot, CANape/service tools)
• Run and interpret test plans using testbed software, feeding back data for engineering sign‑off
• Work with logistics to source and manage parts/components to specification
• Analyse test data, raising issues, and driving continuous improvement initiatives
• Contribute to process, safety, and quality reviews across the facility

What you will bring

• A solid background in electronics or electrical engineering, with hands‑on mechanical know‑how to match
• Relevant qualifications in the form of a modern apprenticeship, ONC/HNC, degree, or equivalent experience gained on the job
• Practical experience in R&D, electrification, hybrid, or high‑voltage systems (2–6 years is ideal, but strong transferable skills are welcome)
• Confidence using test and calibration tools (CANape, Cat ET, AVL software) or the willingness to learn quickly
• A natural problem‑solver who enjoys diagnosing, repairing, and improving prototype systems
• A strong team player who communicates well and puts safety first in everything you do
• Flexibility to travel occasionally to customer sites or test facilities (mainly UK, with rare EU trips), so a full UK driving licence and passport are essential

What will be beneficial

• Experience with electric motors (AC/DC), hybrid technology, or battery systems
• Familiarity with transmissions, hydraulics, wiring diagrams, or fabrication/welding
• Background in HGV, construction, or other heavy engineering environments

To apply, please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK, and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be provided in a Key Information Document (KID) supplied to registered candidates.