R&D Power Systems Technician: Hands-On Electric/Hybrid Testing

Randstad Construction and Property; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Randstad Construction and Property is seeking a hands-on R&D Advanced Power Systems Technician in Peterborough. The role is a 12-month contract, onsite, with a 37-hour work week and a £20 per hour pay rate.

You will join an advanced powertrain division, supporting assembly, testing, and data analysis across electric and hybrid projects. The ideal candidate has at least 2–3 years post-apprenticeship experience, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team.

Qualifications

• Formal technical training in mechanical or electrical discipline.
• Post-apprenticeship hands-on experience in mechanical/electrical testing or R&D environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on mechanical and electrical build, strip, rebuild, diagnostic, and repair activities on prototype power systems.
• Run test bed software, carry out test plans, and support data logging/analysis under lead engineers.
• Perform electrical safety and insulation checks using diagnostic tools.
• Identify, report, and help resolve technical or product quality issues.
• Maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety standards and workshop practices.

Skills

Diagnostics

Fault finding

Reading drawings/diagrams

Mechanical/electrical fitting

Education

Modern Apprenticeship (Mechanical or Electrical) or equivalent

Tools

Test equipment

Diagnostics software

Job description

Randstad Construction and Property is seeking a hands-on R&D Advanced Power Systems Technician in Peterborough. The role is a 12-month contract, onsite, with a 37-hour work week and a £20 per hour pay rate.

You will join an advanced powertrain division, supporting assembly, testing, and data analysis across electric and hybrid projects. The ideal candidate has at least 2–3 years post-apprenticeship experience, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to work independently and within a team.