R&D Advanced Power Systems Technician

83zero Limited; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

83zero Limited seeks an experienced R&D / Test Technician in Peterborough to work across mechanical, electrical and diagnostic powertrain tests. The role involves build, strip and rebuild tasks, test bed operations and data logging on next-generation powertrain projects.

The successful candidate will have a Modern Apprenticeship in mechanical or electrical engineering and 2–3 years of hands-on experience, with strong fault-finding and safety-check capabilities. 5 days onsite, ASAP start.

Qualifications

• Completed Modern Apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• 2–3 years hands-on experience after apprenticeship
• Experience with powertrain components is a plus

Responsibilities

• Carry out build, strip, measurement and rebuild activities on powertrain components
• Support engine, transmission, hybrid and electric motor testing
• Operate test beds and diagnostic equipment
• Perform electrical safety checks on systems and components
• Diagnose faults and support repair activities
• Record measurements and test results clearly
• Follow engineering drawings, instructions and test plans
• Assist engineers with data analysis and investigations
• Raise issues and help drive improvements
• Collaborate with internal teams to keep projects on schedule

Skills

Mechanical fitting

Electrical systems

Diagnostics

Data logging

Test bed operation

Electrical safety checks

Fault finding

Reading drawings

Education

Modern Apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Diagnostics software

Test beds

Job description

R&D Advanced Power Systems Technician
Peterborough | £26.92 per hour | Inside IR35 | 12-month contract | 5 days onsite

We're looking for an experienced R&D / Test Technician to join an advanced power systems team based in Peterborough.

This is a hands-on role working across a range of powertrain development projects, including E-motor testing, hybrid powertrain development, transmission programmes, new powertrain technologies and test bed activities.

You'll be working closely with engineers and other technicians, carrying out build, strip and rebuild work, testing components and systems, fault finding and diagnostics, as well as reviewing test results and feeding back to the wider engineering team.

What you'll be doing

• Carrying out build, strip, measurement and rebuild activities on powertrain and electrification components
• Supporting engine, transmission, hybrid and electric motor testing
• Operating test beds and associated software and diagnostic equipment
• Carrying out electrical safety checks and working with electrical/electronic systems
• Diagnosing faults and supporting repair and problem-solving activities
• Recording measurements, test results and technical issues
• Working from engineering instructions, drawings and test plans
• Supporting engineers with data analysis and technical investigations
• Raising issues around build and test activities and helping drive improvements
• Working closely with internal teams to keep projects moving and deliver testing to required timescales

What we're looking for

You'll ideally have completed a Modern Apprenticeship in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, with at least 2-3 years of hands‑on experience afterwards.

We're particularly interested in technicians with experience in areas such as:

• Mechanical fitting and assembly
• Electrical/electronic systems
• Fault finding and diagnostics
• Build, strip, repair and rebuild
• Engine, transmission or powertrain testing
• Test bed operation and data logging
• Working to engineering drawings and technical instructions

Experience with electric motors, hybrid systems, high‑voltage systems, transmissions or powertrain development would be useful, although training on internal systems is available.

The details

• Location: Peterborough
• Rate: £26.92 per hour
• Contract: 12 months
• IR35: Inside IR35
• Working pattern: 5 days onsite
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Standard hours: 07:30-16:00
• Start: ASAP

If you're a hands‑on technician looking for a role where you can work across mechanical, electrical, diagnostic and next‑generation powertrain technologies, this could be a good fit.