Mechanical Test Technician

Jackson Hogg Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Hogg Ltd in Gateshead is seeking a Mechanical Test Technician to join our busy engineering team responsible for the assembly, testing and development of complex machinery and mechanical systems.

The role is hands‑on and involves fault finding, problem solving and close collaboration with engineers to ensure equipment performs to the required standards. You will assist with prototype builds and product development within a safety‑conscious environment.

Qualifications

• Apprentice trained or qualified Mechanical Fitter, Technician or similar engineering discipline.
• Experience in mechanical assembly, testing, commissioning or maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience working with machinery, mechanical systems or automated equipment.
• Knowledge of bearings, gearboxes, drives, actuators, pneumatic systems or similar equipment would be beneficial.
• Hands-on approach with genuine interest in engineering and how machinery works.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly of machinery, sub-assemblies and test equipment.
• Set up and conduct testing activities on mechanical systems and products.
• Diagnose faults and investigate equipment failures to determine root causes.
• Carry out inspections and assessments of components and assemblies.
• Support commissioning, validation and performance testing activities.
• Record test results and provide feedback to engineering teams.
• Assist with modifications, improvements and development projects.
• Work from engineering drawings, technical specifications and assembly instructions.
• Support prototype builds and new product development activities.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping.

Skills

Fault finding

Reading drawings

Mechanical assembly

Testing

Maintenance

Problem solving

Hands-on

Education

Apprentice trained or qualified Mechanical Fitter/Technician

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for a Mechanical Test Technician to join a busy engineering team responsible for the assembly, testing and development of complex machinery and mechanical systems.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who enjoys problem solving, fault finding and working closely with engineers to ensure equipment performs to the required standards. You'll play a key role in building, testing and evaluating machinery, helping identify issues and supporting the development of new and existing products.

Key Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly of machinery, sub-assemblies and test equipment.
• Set up and conduct testing activities on mechanical systems and products.
• Diagnose faults and investigate equipment failures to determine root causes.
• Carry out inspections and assessments of components and assemblies.
• Support commissioning, validation and performance testing activities.
• Record test results and provide feedback to engineering teams.
• Assist with modifications, improvements and development projects.
• Work from engineering drawings, technical specifications and assembly instructions.
• Support prototype builds and new product development activities.
• Maintain high standards of safety, quality and housekeeping.

Candidate Requirements

• Apprentice trained or qualified Mechanical Fitter, Technician or similar engineering discipline.
• Previous experience in mechanical assembly, testing, commissioning or maintenance.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience working with machinery, mechanical systems or automated equipment.
• Knowledge of bearings, gearboxes, drives, actuators, pneumatic systems or similar equipment would be beneficial.
• Hands‑on approach with a genuine interest in engineering and how machinery works.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a wider engineering team.

Suitable Backgrounds

• Mechanical Fitter
• Mechanical Technician
• Assembly Technician
• Test Technician
• Development Technician
• Maintenance Technician
• Service Engineer
• Commissioning Technician
• Production Technician