Test Technician

Alstom; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance and medical cover

Pension

52 weeks maternity/adoption leave

25 days annual leave + holidays

Salary sacrifice for electric/hybrid

Job summary

Alstom in Mansfield (On-Site) is seeking an electronics repair and test technician to meet deadlines and quality standards within the manufacturing/returns schedule. You will repair and test electronic equipment to specifications, contributing to right-first-time performance.

You should have an understanding of electronics repair disciplines, time-served apprenticeship or HNC level, experience in manufacturing, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of electronics repair and engineering disciplines.
• Experience in electronics repair, testing, and engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Time-served engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Strong communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Repair and test electronic equipment on time and to specifications and quality standards.
• Provide positive support to team members as required.
• Adhere to UK Health and Safety regulations and safe working practices.
• Comply with ALSTOM Engineering & Services Limited quality standards, factory rules, and HR policies.
• Ensure KPI targets for RFT, efficiency, cost, and service are consistently achieved.
• Contribute positively to continuous improvement activities.
• Meet all deadlines and targets set by the Repair Team Leader.
• Establish good working relationships with the Repair Team and Manufacturing.

Skills

Electronics repair

Testing

Engineering

Team player

Education

HNC or equivalent

Engineering apprenticeship

Job description

Req ID:522436

Location: Mansfield (On-Site)

Appointment Basis: Permanent

Apply by: 24/09/26

Salary + Benefits: £30,968.

At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 86 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.

Purpose of the Role

To repair and test electronic equipment in line with functional specifications and engineering drawings to a high standard and within the standard repair/test times defined, in order to meet agreed deadlines for the manufacturing/returns schedule. Ensure high standards of right-first-time performance, repair/test efficiency, and service levels are consistently achieved. Provide fast resolution to any assembly issues identified and maintain good levels of communication with the Repair Team.

We’ll look to you for

• Responsible for the repair and testing of electronic equipment on time and to the correct specifications and quality standards.
• Provide positive support to team members as required.
• Adhere to UK Health and Safety regulations and safe working practices.
• Comply with ALSTOM Engineering & Services Limited quality standards, factory rules, and HR policies.
• Ensure KPI targets for RFT (Right First Time), efficiency, cost, and service are consistently achieved.
• Contribute positively to continuous improvement activities.
• Meet all deadlines and targets set by the Repair Team Leader.
• Establish good working relationships with the Repair Team and key members of Manufacturing.
• Report Health and Safety issues/near misses to the Repair Team Leader.

All About You

We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• A solid understanding of electronics repair/engineering disciplines ideally educated to HNC level or equivalent, along with health and safety and quality standards.
• Experience in electronics repair, testing, and engineering within a relevant manufacturing environment, using best practice repair/test techniques.
• Time-served engineering apprenticeship or equivalent qualification.
• Driven, disciplined, logical-thinking, self-motivated, a team player, able to communicate at all levels, and above all, highly innovative in delivering high standards in electronics repair/test work.

Things you'll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.

You'll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
• Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
• Contribute to innovative projects
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)
• Up to 52 weeks full maternity and adoption pay
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday
• Option to enjoy a brand new electric or hybrid vehicle with our salary sacrifice scheme
• A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle

You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

Equal Opportunity Statement

Alstom is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where all our employees are encouraged to reach their full potential, and individual differences are valued and respected. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by local law.

As a 'Disability Confident' employer, we will interview all disabled job applicants who match the essential criteria of the job description or specification. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.