R&D Powertrain Technician - Onsite, 12-Month Contract

Randstad CPE; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad CPE is seeking a hands-on R&D Technician to join an advanced powertrain division in Peterborough. You will work on cutting-edge projects including electric motor testing, hybrid powertrain development, and transmission programmes, supporting build, strip, rebuild and testing activities across emerging technologies.

The role requires 2-3 years hands-on post-apprenticeship experience in mechanical/electrical testing or R&D, with a strong diagnostics and fault-finding background.

Qualifications

• Completed Modern Apprenticeship (Mechanical or Electrical discipline) or an equivalent technical qualification (e.g., BTEC / ONC / HNC).
• Minimum 2-3 years of post-apprenticeship, hands-on experience in a mechanical/electrical testing, workshop, or R&D environment.
• Strong background in diagnostics, fault-finding, mechanical fitting, and reading technical drawings/wiring diagrams.

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 the guidance of lead engineers.
• Perform electrical safety and insulation checks using diagnostic and service tools.
• Identify, report, and help resolve technical or product quality issues.
• Maintain strict adherence to Health & Safety standards, standard work instructions, and safe workshop practices.

Skills

Diagnostics

Fault-finding

Mechanical fitting

Drawings & wiring diagrams

Education

Modern Apprenticeship (Mechanical or Electrical) or equivalent (BTEC/ONC/HNC)

Job description

Randstad CPE is seeking a hands-on R&D Technician to join an advanced powertrain division in Peterborough. You will work on cutting-edge projects including electric motor testing, hybrid powertrain development, and transmission programmes, supporting build, strip, rebuild and testing activities across emerging technologies.

The role requires 2-3 years hands-on post-apprenticeship experience in mechanical/electrical testing or R&D, with a strong diagnostics and fault-finding background.