Test Services Technician

TechnipFMC; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an individual to support testing processes. The role requires preparing and conducting tests on umbilical components, documenting results, and adhering to safety protocols. You will need an ONC or equivalent in a relevant discipline and a general engineering background. The company offers competitive benefits including 25 days of annual leave, private medical insurance, and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + public holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Hybrid Working

Volunteering opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Essential: ONC or equivalent in relevant discipline.
• General engineering background.
• Desirable: Experience of hydraulic and/or electrical testing.
• Experience with relevant computerized systems.

Responsibilities

• Support testing processes and ensure accurate documentation.
• Setup and operate test equipment and test rigs.
• Test and report findings of umbilical components.

Skills

Hydraulic testing

Electrical testing

Data manipulation

Use of Microsoft Excel

Education

ONC or equivalent in relevant discipline

Tools

Data loggers

Transducers

Job description

Job Purpose

We are seeking a individual to support our testing processes. The role involves preparing test samples, carrying out a range of testing operations, and accurately documenting results in line with established procedures and specifications.

Job Description

• Participate in activities associated with Health, Safety, and the Environment.
• Always adhere to relevant group policy initiatives.
• Assembly and recording of umbilical test samples and umbilical components including hose, cable, and fibre optic samples prior to test.
• Setup of test equipment and test rigs, including development and improvement implementation where required.
• Test and report findings of umbilical components, including hose, electric and fibre optic cables utilising appropriate equipment and procedures.
• Preparation and termination of umbilical qualification samples.
• Install, instrument and calibrate umbilical samples in appropriate equipment.
• Test, monitor and report findings of umbilical samples utilising appropriate equipment, instrumentation, and procedures.
• Development of bespoke testing apparatus to suit testing requirements.
• Maintain good housekeeping and participate in 5S principles and activities.

You are meant for this job if:

• Essential
• ONC or equivalent in relevant discipline.
• General engineering background.
• Desirable
• Experience of hydraulic and/or electrical testing.
• Experience of relevant computerised systems. Ability to manipulate data within Microsoft Excel and generate graphical output.
• A background in data acquisition and familiarity with electronic test equipment, including data loggers, transducers and sensors.

Competencies

• Ethics & Values
• Decision Quality
• Drive for Results
• Self-Development
• Peer Relationships
• Organisation

What we offer

• My Annual Leave - 25 days + 8 fixed public holidays.
• My Wealth and Protection – Critical Illness Cover, Income Protection, Life Assurance, Will Writing, Workplace ISA, Group Personal Pension Plan – employer contributions up to 10%.
• My Health and Wellbeing - Private Medical Insurance, Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Insurance, Health Assessments & Personal Accident Insurance.
• My Lifestyle - Electric Vehicle Scheme, Cycle2Work, Employee Tech Scheme, Give as You Earn, GymFlex, Holiday Trading, Personal Travel Insurance, Perks at Work.
• My Workplace - Subsidised Cafe, Branded Workwear, Hybrid Working, Flexible Working Arrangements, Enhanced Maternity and Parental Leave, Talent/Management and Leadership programmes, Various in‑house training opportunities for your personal development.
• My Giving - Volunteering opportunities