Test and Development Technician

Alexander Dennis; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work

Parental benefits

Job summary

Alexander Dennis in Scarborough is seeking a Test and Development Technician to support the development and validation of our vehicles. Based in the Scarborough workshop, you will carry out electrical and mechanical tasks to prepare vehicles and test rigs for verification activities.

You will build, modify and instrument vehicles to support testing on-site and at external facilities, working closely with engineers to drive product quality and performance in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on hardware experience in automotive engineering.
• Experience with electrical and mechanical systems.
• Able to interpret engineering drawings and diagnose faults.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and test rigs for verification testing.
• Build, modify and instrument vehicles for on-site and external testing.
• Collaborate with engineers to drive product quality and performance.

Skills

Automotive engineering

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Engineering drawings

Fault finding

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Instrumentation and data logging equipment

Job description

Job Title: Test and Development Technician

Location: Scarborough

Our Vision & Why It Matters

At Alexander Dennis, our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility.

We design, deliver, and support market-leading buses and coaches that help reduce emissions, improve air quality, and keep communities connected. Every role contributes to that mission whether you’re engineering, driving sales, improving production, or supporting our customers.

What You’ll Do

As a Technician in our Test & Development team, you’ll play a hands‑on role in supporting the development and validation of our vehicles. Based in our Scarborough workshop, you’ll carry out electrical and mechanical tasks to prepare vehicles and test rigs for verification activities.

Working closely with engineers, you’ll build, modify, and instrument vehicles to support testing both on‑site and at external facilities. This is a varied and practical role where you’ll contribute directly to innovation, product quality, and performance, while working in a fast-paced and evolving engineering environment.

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a practical and self‑motivated individual with a strong automotive engineering background. You’ll have experience working with electrical and mechanical systems and be confident interpreting engineering drawings and carrying out fault finding.

You’ll be comfortable working independently or as part of a team, capable of solving problems and meeting deadlines in a hands‑on workshop environment. Strong communication skills and a proactive approach are key to success in this role.

Bonus if you have:

• Experience with high voltage or CAN systems
• Knowledge of instrumentation and data logging equipment
• PSV or HGV licence
• Experience in vehicle testing or development environments

What We Offer

Because we know that to deliver on our vision, people have to feel supported and inspired:

Impact: Be part of something that’s changing cities, improving air quality, helping public transport evolve.

Development & Growth: Training programmes, mentorship, opportunities to take on new roles, broaden skills.

Culture & Belonging: An inclusive environment; your voice matters; we treat people fairly.

Perks & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Pension
• Wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

Our Values – What Guides Us

These are more than words on a page, they shape how we work, what we stand for, and how we build trust with our customers, communities, and each other.

Safety: The health and wellbeing of our team members, and the safety of our products, are our top priority.

Quality: We strive for excellence in our products, services, and all that we do.

Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency and integrity, treating each other with respect in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions, seeking to build trust and earn a reputation for excellence and reliability.

Teamwork: We work with our team members, our supplier partners, and our customers to pursue mutual benefits.

Sustainability: We seek long term success for our business, our communities, and the environment through responsible sourcing, lean manufacturing, and sustainable operations.

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.