Product Development & Applications Technician

ACS Business Performance; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic automotive safety company in Dartford is seeking a Product Development & Applications Technician to support engineering in the development and application of new safety products. Ideal candidates will have hands-on experience with vehicle electrical systems, particularly in HGVs, and will be integral in product testing and documentation updates. The role involves both office work and site visits, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to innovative safety solutions in the automotive sector.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with vehicle electrical systems, HGV experience preferred.
• Basic understanding of analogue/digital circuits and diagnostic tools.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Conduct product and system testing, evaluation, verification, and validation.
• Provide vehicle-related technical expertise to support product development.
• Lead installations and technical support during product trials on vehicles.

Skills

Experience with vehicle electrical systems

Analogue/digital circuit knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft 365

Strong communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Job vacancy - Product Development & Applications Technician

Position: Product Development & Applications Technician

Reference: EDacs1722

Location: Dartford

Salary : Dependent on experience

We're seeking a hands-on Product Development & Applications Technician to support the engineering team in the development, testing, and real-world application of new safety products. This role is ideal for someone with a strong automotive background and practical experience in vehicle electrical systems, fault finding, and installation.

You’ll play a key role in shaping product suitability for installers and end-users, helping reduce installation time and cost while improving integration and functionality. The role combines office-based work with site visits across the UK and occasional liaison with international suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct product and system testing, evaluation, verification, and validation
• Provide vehicle-related technical expertise to support product development
• Lead or support updates to product documentation and technical materials
• Guide product design with practical insights from vehicle installation experience

Key Tasks

• Benchmarking, teardown, troubleshooting, and reporting on safety technologies
• Lead installations and technical support during product trials on vehicles
• Electrical and mechanical modification, prototype construction, and rework
• Participate in engineering meetings and cross-functional project activities
• Deliver technical support and training to customers and internal teams

What You’ll Bring

• Hands‑on experience with vehicle electrical systems (HGV experience preferred)
• Basic understanding of analogue / digital circuits and diagnostic tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and standard desktop applications
• Methodical, detail-oriented, and self‑motivated approach
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
• Flexibility to travel and work beyond standard hours when required
• Resourceful and eager to learn, with respect for colleagues and company values

ACS are recruiting for a Product Development & Applications Technician. If you feel you have the needed skills, please submit your CV and a brief outline of your relevant experience.