Tester-Milton Keynes

TXM Recruit; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading rolling stock company is seeking a skilled Tester to perform functional testing and commissioning of various rolling stock in Milton Keynes. The ideal candidate should have an apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 in mechanical/electrical engineering, strong fault-finding skills, and be able to work in high-voltage environments. The role involves independent work based on written instructions and supporting customer requirements off-site.

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in a relevant field.
• Competent in electric/mechanical fault-finding techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks as directed by your line manager.
• Read and interpret schematic drawings.
• Investigate and resolve rolling stock faults with minimal supervision.
• Work in high-voltage environments.
• Download and process train diagnostic data.
• Conduct basic fault finding on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Test various on-train systems and produce complex, analytical technical reports.
• Deputise for the test team leader when required.
• Maintain test paperwork.
• Liaise with production departments as needed.
• Attend off-site railway depots to support customer requirements.

Skills

Fault-finding complex circuits

Microsoft Office knowledge

Understanding of 5S principles

Awareness of safety and quality standards

Education

Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or higher)

Job description

Tester

Location: Milton Keynes

Pay: Competitive contract rate

Shift: Monday to Friday, early shifts, afters and nights available

Type: Contract

We are seeking a skilled Tester to join a leading rolling stock company based in Milton Keynes. This position requires a highly competent individual with an apprenticeship or recognised training programme in mechanical/electrical engineering, capable of producing high-quality work in accordance with UK rail safety regulations.

As a Tester, you will perform functional testing and commissioning of EMU/DMU and other rolling stock post-works. You will also assist in fault identification and rectification, working independently and to written instructions to help ensure the Depot provides top-level service.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks as directed by your line manager.
• Read and interpret schematic drawings.
• Investigate and resolve rolling stock faults with minimal supervision.
• Work in high-voltage environments.
• Download and process train diagnostic data.
• Conduct basic fault finding on electrical and mechanical systems.
• Test various on-train systems and produce complex, analytical technical reports.
• Deputise for the test team leader when required.
• Maintain test paperwork, including test sheets and fault logs.
• Liaise with production departments as needed.
• Attend off-site railway depots to support customer requirements.
• Complete additional reasonable tasks as directed by the line manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in a relevant field.
• Competent in electric/mechanical fault-finding techniques.

Skills

• Ability to fault-find complex circuits and systems to a basic level.
• Computer literate, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Strong understanding of 5S principles.
• Awareness of safety and quality standards.

If this role sounds of interest, please APPLY