Engineering Test Technician

Fraser Edwards Recruitment; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Bonuses

Annual leave

Training

Career development

Site variety

Job summary

Fraser Edwards Recruitment is seeking a practical Structural Test Technician to join a growing engineering team in Welwyn Garden City. You will travel across the UK to test structures and components, with occasional overseas travel. Most work is on-site, and you’ll be adaptable to different environments.

The role emphasizes a hands-on mindset, reliability, and willingness to learn, with on-the-job training and support. A full UK driving licence is required for site travel.

Qualifications

• No prior structural testing experience required.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good communication skills when speaking with customers and colleagues.
• Basic computer skills (Word/Excel).
• Full UK manual driving licence is required.
• Physically capable (lifting, heights, confined spaces) with training.

Responsibilities

• Set up and carry out tests to check the strength and performance of structures and components.
• Use specialist equipment to measure loads, movement and performance.
• Record test results accurately and help prepare reports.
• Install equipment used to monitor structures and measure movement.
• Communicate with customers to understand their requirements and explain the work.
• Use hand tools and help maintain testing equipment.
• Work alongside colleagues, customers and other contractors on-site.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills

Practical mindset

Reliability

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

Written English

Physical fitness

Driving licence

Tools

Hand tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Fraser Edwards are looking for a practical and motivated Structural Test Technician to join a growing specialist engineering team based in Welwyn Garden City.

You will travel to different locations across the UK to help test the strength and performance of structures and building components. These may include bridges, floors, walls, barriers, beams and handrails. Occasional overseas travel may also be required.

Most of your time will be spent working on-site rather than in an office. Every project is different, so you will need to be adaptable, practical and comfortable working in a variety of environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and carry out tests to check the strength and performance of structures and components.
• Use specialist equipment to measure loads, movement and performance.
• Record test results accurately and help prepare reports.
• Install equipment used to monitor structures and measure movement.
• Communicate with customers to understand their requirements and explain the work being carried out.
• Use hand tools and help maintain testing equipment.
• Work alongside colleagues, customers and other contractors on-site.
• Follow health and safety procedures and maintain a safe working environment.

Skills and Requirements

You do not need previous experience in structural testing. We are looking for someone with a positive attitude, practical ability and a willingness to learn.

You should have:

• A reliable and honest approach to work, with good attention to detail.
• An interest in practical, hands-on work and working outdoors.
• Some experience using hand tools, whether through employment, DIY or personal projects.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication skills when speaking with customers and colleagues.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Good written English for recording results and completing reports.
• The ability to carry out physical tasks, including lifting, working at heights and entering confined spaces, with appropriate training.
• Flexibility to work early starts, long days, occasional night shifts and weekends when required.
• A willingness to stay away from home for short periods when projects require it.
• A full UK manual driving licence

The most important qualities are a practical mindset, reliability, attention to detail and a genuine interest in learning about engineering. Training and guidance will be provided to help you develop the skills required for the role.

What We Offer

• A salary of £27,000-£29,000 per annum.
• Additional earning opportunities through overtime and bonuses.
• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays (33 days in total).
• On-the-job training and support from experienced team members.
• Opportunities to develop technical skills and progress your career.
• Varied projects across different sites and industries.
• The opportunity to work with specialist testing equipment and engineering