High Voltage Technician

Rapiscan Systems; Hawton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapiscan Systems is seeking a High Voltage Technician to join its specialist production and engineering team. You will be involved in the build, installation, testing, and maintenance of high-voltage systems, working with Manufacturing Engineers and the Cargo Research Team to support next-generation products.

Responsibilities include diagnostics, fault finding, and ensuring compliance with high-voltage safety procedures, ISO9001 standards, and accurate documentation of tests and configurations

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience with high-voltage electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage safety procedures including switching and lockout/tagout.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
• Experience in regulated production or engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, commission, and maintain high-voltage equipment including converters, transformers, filters, and control systems.
• Carry out diagnostics and fault finding on high-voltage systems using specialist tools and test equipment.
• Support monitoring of system performance and assist with operational testing and control activities.
• Ensure all work is completed in full compliance with high-voltage safety procedures, technical standards, and environmental requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation including maintenance records, test results, and system configurations.
• Operate in accordance with ISO9001 audited quality systems and procedures.
• Support product quality investigations and root cause analysis of failed hardware.
• Uphold the companys core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
• Demonstrate behaviour consistent with the companys Code of Ethics and Conduct.

Skills

HV systems experience

Reading schematics

Safety procedures

Fault finding

Documentation

Education

NVQ Level 3

Electrical Engineering

Tools

HV testing equipment

Electrical test tools

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Job description

Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, providing advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military installations, and other high-security environments. Our technology helps customers combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud, enabling safer and more secure global trade.

Role Overview

As a High Voltage Technician, you will be part of a specialist production and engineering team responsible for the build, installation, testing, and maintenance of high-voltage systems. Working closely with Manufacturing Engineers and the Cargo Research Team, you will support the development and delivery of next-generation products while contributing to quality assurance and root cause analysis activities.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, commission, and maintain high-voltage equipment including converters, transformers, filters, and control systems
• Carry out diagnostics and fault finding on high-voltage systems using specialist tools and test equipment
• Support monitoring of system performance and assist with operational testing and control activities
• Ensure all work is completed in full compliance with high-voltage safety procedures, technical standards, and environmental requirements
• Maintain accurate documentation including maintenance records, test results, and system configurations
• Operate in accordance with ISO9001 audited quality systems and procedures
• Support product quality investigations and root cause analysis of failed hardware
• Uphold the companys core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork
• Demonstrate behaviour consistent with the companys Code of Ethics and Conduct

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline
• Proven experience working with high-voltage electrical systems
• Strong understanding of high-voltage safety procedures, including switching and lockout/tagout
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals
• Experience working in a regulated production or engineering environment

Desirable Experience

• Experience working with HVDC systems
• HV Authorised Person (AP) certification
• IPC J-STD-001 soldering certification
• Familiarity with quality systems and formal engineering documentation