High Voltage Technician

Rapiscan Systems; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Rapiscan Systems is seeking a High Voltage Technician to join our specialist production and engineering team. You will build, test, install and maintain high-voltage systems, collaborating with Manufacturing Engineers and the Cargo Research Team to deliver reliable, safe equipment.

You will follow ISO9001 quality practices, perform diagnostics, document results, and support root cause analysis of failures while upholding our integrity, innovation and teamwork values.

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.

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

High voltage safety procedures

Electrical schematics reading

Diagnostics and fault finding

Documentation

Regulated environment experience

Education

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Engineering/Power Systems

Tools

HV test equipment

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