Test Engineer - Electrical

Ceto Talent; Rochester; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider in electrical systems is looking for a Test Engineer specializing in Electrical System Monitoring in Rochester, UK. This role involves managing testing processes for electrical panels and requires a background in electrical or systems engineering. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills and experience in testing environments. Benefits include flexible working hours and a comprehensive pension scheme.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Flexible working hours

26 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Supportive specialist team

Qualifications

• Experience in testing environments related to electrical systems.
• Methodical approach to problem-solving within testing phases.
• Ability to maintain high technical and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of mechanical and electrical testing for completed projects.
• Manage all phases of the testing process and ensure deliverables.
• Occasionally support commissioning work at customer sites.

Skills

Testing environments

Problem-solving ability

Ability to interpret electrical schematics

Knowledge of the power industry

Familiarity with SCADA

Education

Electrical or systems engineering background

Job description

Overview

Test Engineer - Electrical System Monitoring

Location: Medway, Kent

Salary: £44,000 - £46,000 + bonus + pension + benefits

Contract: Permanent

Ceto Talent is supporting a leading provider of advanced metering and electrical system solutions to the power industry. With projects spanning some of the UK's highest-capacity assets, this is an opportunity to join a specialist team ensuring that complex, high-value systems perform flawlessly from day one.

The Role

You'll take full ownership of mechanical and electrical testing for completed projects, primarily electrical panels (metering solutions). This includes:

• Testing, documentation and witness acceptance testing of systems.
• Running insulation resistance, secondary injections, device configuration, and related protocols.
• Managing all phases of the testing process and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure delivery to budget and schedule.
• Maintaining high technical and safety standards, with responsibility for EHS in relation to testing.
• Occasionally supporting commissioning work at customer sites.

This role is well-suited to those with backgrounds in pre-commissioning, in-house commissioning, or experience in LV distribution and control panel testing.

What You'll Need

• Electrical or systems engineering background.
• Experience in testing environments (control panels, LV distribution, MCCs, or similar).
• Strong problem-solving ability and a methodical approach.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and project documentation.
• Knowledge of the power industry and high-voltage systems advantageous.
• Familiarity with SCADA, control systems, or communications protocols beneficial.

Why Join?

• Annual performance bonus.
• Flexible working hours - e.g. 7am-3pm or 9am-5/6pm.
• 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays (option to buy or sell 5).
• Generous pension scheme with employer contributions up to 10%.
• Supportive, specialist team working on projects critical to the UK's energy infrastructure.

Application Process

The company moves quickly, with interviews usually within a week. The process is typically one stage, including a site tour to assess fit with the environment. Ceto Talent will support each application through the process from application, interview preparation and offer negotiation.