Senior Test Technician

Orion Electrotech; The Wyke; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Test Technician to assemble, test, and calibrate sensitive electromechanical devices. The ideal candidate will have key experience in testing and calibration, alongside the ability to read engineering drawings. You will ensure accuracy and compliance in the production process which serves various industries, including food and beverage. This role offers competitive compensation and a collaborative work culture.

Benefits

£40k salary

25 days holiday

Competitive pension

Collaborative culture

And more!

Qualifications

• Experience in testing and calibration is essential.
• Ability to test instrumentation and components.
• Must be able to read engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, test, and calibrate electromechanical devices.
• Test precision instruments and handheld devices.
• Ensure accuracy during the build process.

Skills

Test and calibration experience

Testing of instrumentation

Testing down to component level

Ability to read engineering drawings

Background within test of electromechanical products

Job description

Senior Test Technician

Orion Electrotech is proud to be exclusively partnering with Industrial Physics (IP) — a global leader in test and measurement solutions, trusted by industries worldwide to protect product integrity and brand reputation.

With a presence in 75 countries and a portfolio of world‑class brands, Industrial Physics supports sectors including packaging, food & beverage, medical, electronics, and materials. Their innovative devices measure everything from temperature and pressure inside cans and bottles to force testing for packaging — ensuring precision and compliance at every stage.

Now, we’re building a team of Senior Test Technicians to join this exciting journey.

What You’ll Do as a Senior Test Technician

As a Senior Test Technician, you’ll play a critical role in assembling, testing, and calibrating highly sensitive electromechanical devices used in laboratories and production facilities worldwide.

• Testing precision instruments and handheld devices.
• Testing and calibration throughout the build process — ensuring accuracy before units are closed.
• Working with calibration labs for service checks and compliance.
• Maintaining exceptional standards of cleanliness and precision.
• Handling devices for industries like brewing, canning, and food packaging, where accuracy is everything.

What We’re Looking For as a Senior Test Technician

• Test and calibration experience is key.
• Testing of instrumentation.
• Testing down to component level.
• Ability to read engineering drawings.
• Background within test of electromechanical products.

Why Industrial Physics?

At IP, you’re not just working for a company — you’re shaping the future of measurement technology. Your expertise matters, your growth is supported, and your success is shared.

Senior Test Technician Benefits include:

• £40k
• 25 days holiday
• Competitive pension
• A collaborative, innovative culture
• And more!

Ready to join this world‑class team?

Contact Courtney at Orion today: