Vacuum Test Engineer – Fault-Finding & Validation

Pertemps Bristol Industrial; West of England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gift cards

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon is seeking Test Engineers to support testing, validation and fault-finding of advanced vacuum systems. You will perform functional tests, analyse results and ensure products meet quality standards before delivery.

Collaboration with engineering and production teams is essential for NPI and continuous improvement. Roles include contract and temporary ongoing positions with shifts and pro rata holiday benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in engineering test, manufacturing or production environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Experience with fault finding and problem solving.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to analyse technical information and test results.
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience testing mechanical, electrical or vacuum systems would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of pressure testing, leak testing or vacuum technology would be beneficial.
• Experience using test equipment and measurement instrumentation would be desirable.
• Experience with data analysis or automated test systems would be advantageous.
• Basic understanding of electrical systems and controls would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Carry out functional and performance testing of vacuum systems and assemblies.
• Set up and operate test equipment, instrumentation and measurement systems.
• Perform fault finding and diagnose mechanical, electrical and system issues.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Record, analyse and report test results accurately.
• Complete test procedures and documentation in line with company standards.
• Support product validation and qualification activities.
• Identify root causes of failures and support corrective actions.
• Assist with improvements to test methods, processes and equipment.
• Ensure products meet quality, safety and performance requirements.

Skills

Fault finding

Reading drawings

Test equipment

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Vacuum systems

Tools

Measurement instrumentation

Job description

Edwards Vacuum in Clevedon is seeking Test Engineers to support testing, validation and fault-finding of advanced vacuum systems. You will perform functional tests, analyse results and ensure products meet quality standards before delivery.

Collaboration with engineering and production teams is essential for NPI and continuous improvement. Roles include contract and temporary ongoing positions with shifts and pro rata holiday benefits.