Graduate Electrical Test Engineer

Nicholas Associates Graduate Placements; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Graduate Electrical Test Engineer based in Scarborough. This role involves carrying out routine testing and inspections, supporting production engineers, and visiting customer sites for testing. The ideal candidate should hold a degree in electrical engineering, possess strong fault-finding skills, and be a great team player. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is emphasized, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• Degree educated in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Confident communicator in both spoken and written English.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong skills in electrical fault finding and inspection.
• A genuine interest in electrical circuits and problem-solving.
• Comfortable using a PC and familiar with Microsoft Office (or similar software).
• Able to work efficiently, accurately, and meet deadlines.
• Reliable, flexible, and a great team player.
• Able to read and understand General Arrangement Drawings, Wiring Diagrams, and Schematics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine testing and inspections to ensure product specifications are met.
• Use digital tools to accurately record test results.
• Ensure all testing equipment is suitable and safe to use.
• Identify potential issues early in the assembly process.
• Visit customer sites occasionally for testing or modifications.
• Lead factory acceptance tests with customers to demonstrate product quality.
• Support production and quality engineers in checking parts against specifications.
• Continuously improve inspection methods with best tools and techniques.

Skills

Electrical fault finding

Communication (spoken and written English)

Hands-on experience in manufacturing

Team player

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in electrical engineering or related

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Graduate Electrical Test Engineer

Scarborough

28K per annum

What You'll Be Doing:

• Carry out routine testing and inspections to ensure our products and components meet the required specifications.
• Use our digital tools to accurately record test results.
• Make sure all testing equipment is suitable for the job and safe to use.
• Spot potential issues early in the assembly process and take initiative to address them.
• Occasionally visit customer sites to carry out testing or modifications.
• Lead factory acceptance tests, working directly with customers to demonstrate product quality.
• Support our production and quality engineers in checking parts against specifications, especially when quality concerns arise.
• Continuously improve inspection methods by using the best tools and techniques available.

What We're Looking For:

• Degree educated in electrical engineering or related.
• Confident communicator in both spoken and written English.
• Hands‑on experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong skills in electrical fault finding and inspection.
• A genuine interest in electrical circuits and problem‑solving.
• Comfortable using a PC and familiar with Microsoft Office (or similar software).
• Able to work efficiently, accurately, and meet deadlines.
• Reliable, flexible, and a great team player.
• Able to read and understand General Arrangement Drawings, Wiring Diagrams, and Schematics.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies.