Lead Test Engineer

Driver Hire Southampton; Romsey; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bike-to-work salary sacrifice

Gym contribution

Employee referral bonus

25 days annual leave

Company benefits

Career progression

Job summary

Driver Hire Southampton is recruiting for an experienced Lead Test Engineer to join an established client designing, installing and maintaining temperature control systems in Romsey. The role focuses on testing and commissioning industrial chillers to ensure units meet the highest standards before leaving the workshop.

The ideal candidate will have strong electrical and refrigeration knowledge, the ability to work independently, and a track record of delivering quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Valid F-Gas Certification (essential).
• Experience with chillers and refrigeration systems.
• Strong electrical systems knowledge and fault-finding experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage your workload.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Test and commission the company's full range of chiller systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and refrigeration faults.
• Carry out functional and performance testing to ensure quality standards.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Maintain high standards of safety and quality.
• Work independently while collaborating with the wider engineering team when required.

Skills

F-Gas certification

Electrical fault-finding

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Lead Test Engineer - Chiller Systems

Romsey
£35,000 - £40,000 per annum
Monday to Friday | 8:30am Start
Overtime Available

Driver Hire Southampton is recruiting on behalf of our established client who design, install and maintain temperature control systems. Renowned for delivering high-quality refrigeration and chiller systems across a variety of industries, our client has built an excellent reputation for innovation, reliability, and engineering excellence.

Due to continued business growth, they are looking to recruit an experienced Lead Test Engineer to join their skilled engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to work for a forward-thinking company that genuinely invests in its employees and offers long-term career progression.

The Role

As a Lead Test Engineer, you will be responsible for independently testing and commissioning the company's range of industrial chillers, ensuring every unit meets the highest standards before leaving the workshop. This role is ideal for someone with strong electrical and refrigeration knowledge who is confident working on their own and takes pride in delivering quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Test and commission the company's full range of chiller systems.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical and refrigeration faults.
• Carry out functional and performance testing to ensure products meet quality standards.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Maintain high standards of safety and quality.
• Work independently while collaborating with the wider engineering team when required.

What We're Looking For

• Valid F-Gas Certification (essential).
• Previous experience working with chillers and refrigeration systems.
• Strong electrical systems knowledge and fault-finding experience.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Positive, proactive attitude.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive salary of £35,000-£40,000 DOE
• Monday to Friday working pattern with an 8:30am start.
• Overtime opportunities available.
• 25 days annual leave plus all bank holidays.
• Bike-to-work salary sacrifice scheme.
• Local gym contribution.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Additional company benefits.
• Excellent opportunities for career progression within a growing business.
• Friendly, supportive, and professional working environment.

If you're an experienced Test Engineer looking to join a successful and expanding engineering business where your skills will be valued and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.