Test Technician

GE Vernova, Inc.; Whetstone; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive compensation package

Company pension contribution

Health and lifestyle benefits

34 days of vacation

Job summary

GE Vernova, Inc. in the UK is seeking an electro-mechanical engineer to join the Marine Power Test Facility team in Whetstone (Leicester).

You will install, configure and run tests of full-scale power systems up to 20 MW for naval, maritime and defence applications, and help ensure safety and performance before sea trials. The role involves hands-on setup, fault-finding, preventive maintenance, supervising subcontractors, and contributing to safety with risk assessments.

Qualifications

• An OND or HND (or equivalent) in electrical engineering or related subject.
• Experience with LV switchboards, transformers, VSDs, diesel generators, automation systems and industrial plant.
• Experience in an industrial or marine setting relevant to this work.
• EHS, First Aid and business compliance training.
• Current UK Security Clearance (SC) and Eyes Only, or ability to obtain both.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, test, fault-find and repair electro-mechanical systems from LV to HV.
• Design and build small test panels and modify wiring for tests.
• Configure plant and prepare for each test following SOPs.
• Run tests from the plant control room and collect data.
• Carry out routine preventative maintenance per manufacturer guidelines.
• Track changes to systems, equipment and documents and implement them.
• Supervise subcontractors and suppliers on site.
• Suggest improvements and roll out safety and process enhancements with leadership approval.

Skills

LV switchboards

Transformers

Variable speed drives

Diesel generators

Automation systems

Industrial plant

Education

OND / HND in electrical engineering

Tools

BS7671 knowledge

Authorised Person status

Job description

Job Description Summary

Help prove that the power and propulsion systems for tomorrow's ships work safely before they go to sea. At the Marine Power Test Facility in Whetstone, you test full-scale systems of up to 20 megawatts (MW). GE Vernova's Power Conversion & Storage business builds electrical power and marine propulsion systems for naval, maritime, industrial and defence customers. At the Marine Power Test Facility, you help check the safety and performance of new power systems. The site is a land-based facility that can test complete naval power and propulsion systems. You work with a small team of engineers and technicians. You help set up tests, run them and check the result

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Install and maintain equipment: You install, commission, test, fault-find and repair electro-mechanical systems from low voltage (LV) to high voltage (HV).
• Build test equipment: You design and build small custom test panels and change panel wiring when a test needs it.
• Prepare for testing: You configure the plant and make sure it is ready for each test, following standard operating procedures.
• Run tests: You work in the plant control room and help collect test data.
• Look after equipment: You carry out routine preventative maintenance in line with manufacturer guidelines.
• Control change: You track changes to systems, equipment and documents and carry them out.
• Work with partners: You supervise subcontractors and suppliers on site.
• Improve and stay safe: You suggest better processes and tools, and you roll them out once the leadership team agrees. You help keep health and safety standards high, including risk assessments.

Required Qualifications

• An Ordinary National Diploma (OND), Higher National Diploma (HND) or equivalent in electrical engineering or a related subject
• Experience with LV switchboards, transformers, variable speed drives, diesel generators, automation systems and industrial plant
• Experience in an industrial or marine setting that applies to this work
• Training in environment, health and safety (EHS), First Aid and business compliance
• Current UK Security Clearance (SC) and UK Eyes Only clearance, or the ability to obtain both

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of BS7671 and of marine classification society, IEC, MIL or DEF standards
• Electrical competence certification and Authorised Person status
• Experience of lean working methods

Benefits

• Varied work and the chance to learn new skills
• Career development and training
• A competitive compensation package
• Company pension contribution, income protection, life assurance and a healthy lifestyle account
• 34 days of vacation, including national holidays

Location/Work Model

Onsite at the Marine Power Test Facility, Whetstone (Leicester), UK. Relocation assistance is not provided. This role involves a client's critical infrastructure. Shortlisted candidates complete extra security checks, and we handle your personal data confidentially and only for recruitment and security purposes.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Candidates should be aware that this role involves a client's critical infrastructure; shortlisted candidates would therefore be subject to heightened security checks as directed by our clients. All personal data will be handled with the utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our data protection policies, solely for recruitment and security purposes.