Test Engineer - 1244

React Recruitment Ltd; Rochester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the power industry is looking for a Test Engineer responsible for the mechanical and electrical testing of electrical panels. The role offers a comprehensive package, including a competitive salary, pension contributions, and a supportive work environment. Ideal candidates will have a technical background and experience in testing protocols, alongside excellent problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Company pension contribution up to 10%

Average 6% annual bonus related to profits

On-site parking

Uniform provided

Excellent working conditions

Qualifications

• Technical background in electrical or systems engineering required.
• Experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and project documentation.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of testing mechanical and electrical panels with various testing protocols.
• Coordination of testing phases and documentation.
• Ensure technical standards and safety during testing.

Skills

Problem-solving

Engineering curiosity

High voltage transmission knowledge

Precision metering knowledge

SCADA knowledge

Education

Electrical engineering or systems engineering background

Job description

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent – onsite no hybrid working

Hours: 39 hours per week – flexible between 6am and 6pm, Monday to Friday

Overtime: available when required, paid at time and a half in the week and on Saturday

Salary: Salary based on ability and experience / disclosed on application

26 days pa, + BH, rises with service

Company pension contribution up to 10% by the employer

Ave 6% annual bonus – company profit related bonus

On-site parking

Uniform

Excellent working conditions

As part of a team, the Test Engineer will be responsible for mechanical and electrical testing of completed projects.

Test Engineer - Duties and Responsibilities

• Full ownership of mechanical and electrical testing of electrical panels (metering solutions) including insulation resistance, secondary injections, configuration of various devices etc.
• Full ownership of test area; Providing input to test schedule.
• Testing documentation and protocols.
• Coordination of all testing phases; Performing witness acceptance tests.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure testing objectives are met to budget and on time.
• Identify and lead testing risk and put control in place to mitigate.
• Run EHS (Environment, health and safety) in connection with testing of projects.
• Support and assist the management team to supervise the progress of works and ensure that the testing targets are met and effect remedial action where required.
• Make sure technical standards are maintained in all aspects of testing work in order that safe and successful project implementation.
• Occasional support with commissioning works at customers premises.

Test Engineer - Skills and Attributes

Electrical engineering or systems engineering technical background required.

Experience working in similar role/environment advantageous.

Excellent problem-solving ability and an engineering curiosity attitude.

Knowledge of power industry, high voltage transmission and distribution networks.

Knowledge of precision high accuracy metering advantageous (CoP1, CoP2).

Ability to interpret and use project documentation including electrical schematics.

Experience in SCADA, control systems and communication protocols advantageous.

Experience in programming of switches & routers, integration and interface with other communications systems advantageous.