Engine Research & Development Technician

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

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment agency is looking for a Research & Product Development Technician in Peterborough. This 12-month contract offers the opportunity to support advanced power system development. Candidates should have a robust background in electronics or electrical engineering with hands-on mechanical skills, along with relevant qualifications. The role includes testing electrification components, conducting safety checks, and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Holiday pay

Pension contribution

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience in R&D, electrification, hybrid, or high-voltage systems.
• Confidence using test and calibration tools or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support advanced power system development programmes.
• Build, measure, and test components for electrification and hybrid systems.
• Carry out electrical safety checks.
• Run and interpret test plans using testbed software.
• Source and manage parts/components to specification.
• Analyse test data and drive continuous improvement.
• Contribute to process, safety, and quality reviews.

Skills

Background in electronics or electrical engineering

Hands-on mechanical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Modern apprenticeship, ONC/HNC, degree, or equivalent

Tools

CANape

AVL software

Job description

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.

What you will be doing:

• 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.