Test and Development Technician

Orion Electrotech; England; Vor Ort; GBP 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Orion Electrotech Ltd in Bicester is seeking a Test and Development Technician on an initial 6-month contract. You will build and modify test rigs, configure diverse test systems, and support development projects within a hands-on engineering environment.

Role requires practical skills in mechanical or electrical domains, with experience in instrumentation, wiring, and control systems. Up to £30-£40 per hour, 37.5 hours weekly, DOE.

Qualifikationen

• Experience building, assembling, or maintaining test rigs/dynos.
• Hands-on engineering with mechanical or electrical bias.
• Experience with instrumentation, wiring, sensors, motors, or control systems is advantageous.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.

Aufgaben

• Build, assemble, and modify test rigs and development equipment.
• Set up, configure, and commission test systems and environments.
• Operate and maintain equipment including dynamometers and vibration/shaker rigs.
• Record and report test data and assist with analysis.
• Support fault-finding, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Test rigs

Dynos

Instrumentation

Wiring & sensors

Reading drawings

Fault finding

Jobbeschreibung

Job title: Test and Development Technician
Location: Bicester
Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract
Rate: Up to £30 per hour PAYE / £40 per hour Umbrella (DOE)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Test & Development Technician to support the build, configuration, and operation of advanced test systems within a cutting-edge engineering environment. This role is ideal for a hands-on technician with either a mechanical or electrical background who enjoys working on complex test equipment, development projects, and prototype systems.

Key responsibilities of the Test and Development Technician:

• Build, assemble, and modify test rigs and development equipment.
• Set up, configure, and commission a variety of test systems and test environments.
• Operate and maintain equipment including:
• Dynamometers (Dynos)
• Back-to-back test systems
• Vibration and shaker rigs
• Bespoke development and validation test equipment
• Conduct testing activities in accordance with defined test procedures.
• Support fault-finding and troubleshooting activities on both test rigs and units under test.
• Ensure all test equipment is operated safely, efficiently, and reliably.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, calibration, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Record and report test data accurately and support engineers with analysis activities.

The Test and Development Technician should have the following skills & experience:

• Experience building, assembling, or maintaining test rigs/dynos
• Strong practical engineering skills with either a mechanical or electrical bias.
• Experience working with instrumentation, wiring, sensors, motors, or control systems would be advantageous.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Experience operating test rigs/dynos
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to fault finding.
• A proactive attitude with excellent attention to detail and a commitment to safety.

This is an excellent opportunity to join an innovative engineering team working on advanced testing and development projects, with exposure to a wide range of specialist equipment and technologies.

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