Test Technician

SC Engineering; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

UK and international travel

Job summary

SC Engineering is seeking a Test Technician to join their Essex-based team. You will perform FAT, SAT and functional testing on bespoke automation machinery, ensuring systems meet specification before handover.

The role involves hands-on testing, fault finding and collaboration with Automation and Engineering teams. Applicants should have an engineering qualification and experience testing automated machinery; travel to customer sites in the UK and internationally is required.

Qualifications

• Formal engineering qualification required.
• Experience testing automated machinery or production equipment.
• Basic understanding of PLCs, HMIs and automation systems.
• Knowledge of Profinet and EtherNet/IP.
• Familiarity with vision or weighing systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute FAT and SAT on automated machinery.
• Perform functional testing per test procedures and specs.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs and networks.
• Document faults and test results accurately.
• Support actioning corrective actions with teams.
• Produce detailed test reports.

Skills

Engineering background

Hands-on testing

Fault finding

Customer communication

Education

Formal engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or equivalent)

Tools

PLCs

HMIs

Industrial networks (Profinet, EtherNet/IP)

Job description

Test Technician

Location: Essex
Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 + Benefits
Job Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Test Technician to join a leading engineering business specialising in bespoke automation and special purpose machinery.

Working closely with the Automation, Engineering and Project teams, you\'ll be responsible for carrying out Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) and functional testing of complex automated machinery, ensuring systems perform to specification before customer handover.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in automated machinery, commissioning or controls who enjoys hands-on testing and fault finding.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) on automated machinery.
• Carry out functional testing in line with detailed test procedures and customer specifications.
• Troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, industrial networks and automation equipment.
• Identify, document and report faults, deviations and test failures.
• Support fault finding and corrective actions with Automation and Engineering teams.
• Complete all test documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Produce detailed reports on testing activities and outcomes.
• Liaise with customer validation teams during FAT and on-site commissioning.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and procedures.
• Support commissioning activities when required.
• Travel to customer sites in the UK and internationally as projects require.

About You

• Formal engineering qualification (Apprenticeship, HNC, HND or equivalent).
• Previous experience testing automated machinery or production equipment.
• Basic understanding of PLCs, HMIs and industrial automation systems.
• Knowledge of industrial communication networks such as Profinet and EtherNet/IP.
• Familiarity with vision systems, weighing systems or similar automation equipment.
• Experience of FAT, SAT, commissioning or equipment validation.
• Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and methodical approach to testing.
• Confident communicating with customers and internal engineering teams.
• Flexible to travel and occasionally work extended hours when required.

What\'s on Offer

• 30,000 - 40,000 basic salary.
• Permanent role with a growing engineering business.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge automation and special purpose machinery.
• UK and international travel opportunities.
• Full training and long-term career development.
• Comprehensive benefits package.