Trainee Test Engineer

Rise Technical Recruitment Limited; Sawston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering company in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Trainee Test Engineer. This permanent role offers full training and opportunities for progression. Ideal candidates will have an engineering background and a keen interest in technical testing. Responsibilities include assisting with tests, measuring data, and working Monday to Friday. The company values equal opportunities for all applicants.

Benefits

Full training

Progression opportunities

Excellent company benefits

Qualifications

• Some form of engineering or technical background preferred.
• Genuine interest in a long-term career in a specialist field.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tests and research.
• Measure, check, and record data accurately.
• Work Monday to Friday during the day.

Skills

Engineering background

Technical skills

Data recording

Job description

Trainee Test Engineer

£26,000 - £30,000 + Full Training + Progression Opportunities + Excellent Company Benefits

Cambridgeshire (Commutable from: Ely, Huntingdon, St Neots, Newmarket, Royston, Haverhill, Bedford)

Are you from an engineering or technical background and looking to take your first step into a hands-on, specialist testing role with full training and clear routes for progression?

On offer is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established engineering company involved in large-scale testing and research projects across the UK and beyond. This is a permanent, Monday to Friday position offering long-term stability and development.

The company has built an outstanding reputation for quality and precision, supplying technical testing services to major clients across the construction and engineering sectors including The Shard and O2 Arena. Due to continued growth, they're looking to add a motivated Trainee Engineer to their expanding team.

In this role, you'll support the engineering team with test preparation, installation work, and technical measurements. You'll receive hands-on mentoring, structured training, and the opportunity to progress to a full Test Engineer.

The ideal candidate will have some form of engineering, maintenance, or technical background and a genuine interest in developing a long-term career in a specialist field.

The Role:

• Assisting with tests and research
• Measuring, checking, and recording data accurately
• Monday to Friday Days based Role

The Person:

• Engineering or technical background (apprenticeship or similar)
• Based within commutable distance of Cambridgeshire

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.