HVDC Manufacturing Test Engineer — Shift

NES Fircroft Ltd; Stafford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft are recruiting a Manufacturing Test Engineer for a 12-month contract in Stafford. The role supports HVDC manufacturing test facilities, driving safe operation and improving test capacity.

You will provide hands-on support, generate documentation, and back departmental projects to enhance performance. Responsibilities include maintaining test infrastructure, troubleshooting equipment, developing new tools, and coordinating with IT/OT for integrated systems.

Qualifications

• Must have a process-driven mindset with a can-do attitude.
• Strong safety practices in high voltage environments, including risk assessments and LOTO.

Responsibilities

• Support test infrastructure, resolving technical issues and developing capabilities.
• Provide day-to-day tech support for test equipment operation and maintenance.
• Assist with new test infrastructure, tools, and procurement for test facilities.
• Collaborate with suppliers/contractors for facility build, commissioning and upkeep.
• Follow change management, calibration, and preventative maintenance processes.
• Contribute to NPI activities for test facilities and update test sequences.

Skills

Process mindset

High voltage safety

Troubleshooting

Manufacturing test experience

Communication

Test specification

Travel willingness

NPD experience

Lean manufacturing

Electrical test equipment

Tools

NI LabVIEW

TestStand

Job description

NES Fircroft are recruiting a Manufacturing Test Engineer for a 12-month contract in Stafford. The role supports HVDC manufacturing test facilities, driving safe operation and improving test capacity.

You will provide hands-on support, generate documentation, and back departmental projects to enhance performance. Responsibilities include maintaining test infrastructure, troubleshooting equipment, developing new tools, and coordinating with IT/OT for integrated systems.