Test Engineer

First Military Recruitment; Charlton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Job summary

First Military Recruitment are seeking a Test Engineer responsible for safe testing, inspection and sign-off of specialist industrial equipment before dispatch. You will diagnose faults in electrical, electronic, PLC and PC-based control systems and collaborate with design, service and manufacturing teams to ensure safety and quality.

Role involves reading electrical drawings, completing accurate test records, and occasional travel within the UK and internationally.

Qualifications

• Experience working with electrical equipment in a testing environment.
• Good understanding of single-phase and three-phase electrical circuits.
• Knowledge of high-power electrical systems and analogue/digital circuitry.
• Good working knowledge of PLC systems and online fault diagnosis.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and engineering drawings.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Good IT skills and accurate technical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Carry out testing, inspection and sign-off of manufactured equipment prior to dispatch.
• Test and fault-find high-power electrical systems, inverters and control equipment.
• Diagnose faults across electrical, electronic, PLC and PC-based control systems.
• Inspect and test induction melting furnaces, hydraulic systems and water-cooling equipment.
• Use electrical test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes and three-phase power analysers.
• Liaise with design, service and manufacturing teams to resolve technical issues.
• Read and interpret electrical drawings and complete test records and reports.
• Adhere to site procedures, risk assessments and health and safety requirements.

Skills

Electrical testing

Single/three-phase circuits

Fault finding

Electrical drawings

Documentation

Teamwork

Driving licence

Overtime travel

Job description

First Military Recruitment are currently seeking a Test Engineer on behalf of one of our clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and effective testing, inspection and sign-off of specialist industrial equipment prior to dispatch. Working closely with engineering, design, service and manufacturing teams, the role will involve fault diagnosis, technical problem-solving and ensuring equipment meets the required safety and quality standards.

Our client encourages applications from ex-military personnel; however, all candidates will be given due consideration.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Carry out testing, inspection and sign-off of manufactured equipment and components prior to dispatch.
• Test and fault-find high-power electrical systems, inverters and control equipment.
• Diagnose faults across electrical, electronic, PLC and PC-based control systems.
• Inspect and test induction melting furnaces, hydraulic systems and water-cooling equipment.
• Use electrical test equipment, including multimeters, oscilloscopes and three-phase power analysers.
• Work with single-phase and three-phase electrical circuits and high-voltage equipment.
• Liaise with design engineers, service engineers and manufacturing personnel to resolve technical issues.
• Read and interpret electrical and engineering drawings.
• Complete test records, quality documentation and inspection reports accurately.
• Adhere to site procedures, risk assessments and health and safety requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, safety, quality and efficiency.
• Provide technical feedback and guidance to manufacturing colleagues to prevent recurring faults.
• Maintain tools and test equipment in good working order and ensure a safe, organised working environment.
• Support other departments when required and deputise for the Test Department Supervisor when requested.
• Undertake training and travel within the UK and internationally when required.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience working with electrical equipment in a testing environment.
• Good understanding of single-phase and three-phase electrical circuits.
• Knowledge of high-power electrical systems and analogue and digital electronic circuitry.
• Good working knowledge of PLC systems, including online fault diagnosis.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical and engineering drawings.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Good IT skills and accurate technical documentation abilities.
• Good mechanical aptitude and a practical, hands‑on approach.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Full, valid driving licence.
• Flexibility to work overtime and travel for work when required.
• Experience with high-voltage and low-voltage switchgear would be advantageous.
• Electrical safety training, including risk assessments and lockout/tagout (LOTO), would be desirable.
• First Aid training would be advantageous.
• Overtime paid for all hours worked beyond 37 hours per week.
• 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Additional annual leave after 5 and 10 years of service.
• Pension contributions of 5% employee and 4% employer as a minimum under current auto-enrolment arrangements.
• Discretionary annual pension bonus of up to a further 11%, subject to company performance and eligibility.
• Life insurance of up to four times annual salary.

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