Mechanical Test Technician

Morgan Ryder Associates; Coleford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Overtime

Life Assurance

25 days' holiday + bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Structured on-the-job training

Job summary

Morgan Ryder Associates is seeking a Mechanical Test Technician to join a hands-on test team in a facility handling large-scale pump and engine systems. The role involves rigging, commissioning and rigorous testing to ensure performance before delivery to customers.

The ideal candidate will be mechanically capable, detail-oriented and comfortable with large industrial equipment, with a strong emphasis on safety and accuracy throughout testing processes.

Qualifications

• Essential: NVQ2 in Mechanical Engineering
• Mechanical capable with practical experience with large industrial equipment
• Good computer skills and eye for detail
• Strong safety-first approach

Responsibilities

• Rig pumps, motors and equipment within the test facility
• Connect pipework, valves and instrumentation
• Set up equipment for testing and commissioning
• Run pumps through a range of operating conditions
• Measure flow, pressure, temperature, vibration, speed, current, voltage and power
• Record and analyse test data using computer-based systems
• Collaborate with mechanical and electrical colleagues to resolve issues
• Maintain high accuracy and workmanship throughout testing

Education

NVQ2 in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Test Technician

Shift Pattern: 06.00 - 22.00, 14.00 - 22.00 (Mon-Fri)

Competitive Salary (DOE) + Paid Overtime + Pension + Life Assurance + Training & Development

Are you a mechanically engineer or technician looking for a new challenge?

Would you like to work on large-scale pumps, diesel engines, electric motors and rotating equipment, developing specialist testing and commissioning skills within an established engineering business?

The Opportunity

We are working with a long-established engineering business specialising in the design and manufacture of engineered-to-order pump systems for customers across the UK and international markets.

This is a genuinely hands-on role where you'll be involved in rigging, assembling, commissioning and testing large-scale pump and engine systems before they are delivered to customers.

No previous pump testing experience is required - what matters is your mechanical ability, attention to detail, willingness to learn and commitment to working safely.

Key Tasks:

You will work as part of a skilled test team, taking large pump and motor assemblies through the complete testing process.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Rigging and positioning pumps, motors and associated equipment within the test facility
• Connecting pipework, valves and instrumentation
• Setting up equipment ready for testing and commissioning
• Running pumps through a range of operating conditions
• Measuring flow, pressure, temperature, vibration, speed, current, voltage and power
• Recording and analysing test data using computer-based systems
• Working with mechanical and electrical colleagues to resolve issues
• Maintaining a high standard of accuracy and workmanship throughout the test process

Background, Skills & Experience

• Essential - Min NVQ2 in a Mechanical Engineering subject
• Mechanically capable, practical and comfortable working with large industrial equipment.
• Good computer skills, an eye for detail
• A strong safety-first approach

We would be interested in speaking with people from a range of hands‑on engineering backgrounds, including:

• Mechanical Technician
• Mechanical Fitter
• Maintenance Technician
• HGV / Vehicle Technician
• Heavy Plant Technician
• Manufacturing / Test Technician
• Engineering Apprentice

On Offer

• Competitive basic salary which increases after probation and training
• Paid Overtime
• Life Assurance
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Structured on-the-job training

Our commitment:

Equal opportunities are important to us. We believe that diversity and inclusion at Morgan Ryder Associates are critical to our success as DE&I positive company, so we want to recruit, develop, and keep the best talent. We encourage applications from everyone, regardless of background, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, ethnicity, belief, age, family or parental status, and any other characteristic.

Please note that calls to and from the offices of Morgan Ryder Associates Ltd. may be monitored or recorded. This is to ensure compliance with regulatory procedures, record business transactions and for training purposes