Test Technician

Terry Parris Associates; Borough of Spelthorne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing business is looking for a Test Technician in Sunbury-on-Thames. This hands-on position involves testing and validating electro-mechanical components for aerospace, defence, and power technologies. Suitable candidates will have an HNC/HND and practical experience in a testing environment. Opportunities for skill development in a collaborative work setting are available.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar test environment.
• Confident in using diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to work methodically under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional, environmental, and performance testing on assemblies and systems.
• Set up and operate test equipment.
• Document test results and perform root cause analysis.

Skills

Electro-mechanical testing

Diagnostic equipment use

Collaboration

Methodical work under pressure

Education

HNC/HND in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Multimeters

Signal generators

Job description

Test Technician

Location: Sunbury-on-Thames
Salary: £30k - £33k
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent

Are you a Test Technician with strong electro‑mechanical testing skills and a passion for precision? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading manufacturing business where you'll be responsible for testing and validating complex systems that support industries like aerospace, defence, and power technologies.

As a Test Technician, you’ll support the testing, troubleshooting, and validation of electro‑mechanical components and assemblies. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring performance, reliability, and quality, while working closely with engineering and production teams.

Key responsibilities of the Test Technician include:

• Perform functional, environmental, and performance testing on assemblies and systems
• Set up and operate test equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators
• Document test results and support root cause analysis of failed units
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, CMMs, and SOPs
• Maintain, calibrate, and ensure the safety of test equipment
• Collaborate with engineering teams on prototype validation
• Take part in continuous improvement and 5S activities across the test process

About You

The ideal Test Technician will have an HNC/HND in Electrical, Mechanical, or Mechatronics Engineering, and at least 2 years’ experience in a similar test environment. You’ll be confident using diagnostic equipment, working methodically under pressure, and communicating effectively across teams.

This is a hands‑on, varied role with opportunities to grow your skill set in a collaborative and technically advanced environment.