Workshop Test Technician

Cummins Inc.; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A global power leader is seeking a Workshop Test Technician in Tees Valley, UK. This onsite role involves building, servicing, and testing diesel and gas engines. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on knowledge, the ability to troubleshoot effectively, and a background in mechanical engineering. This role offers a rotational shift pattern and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on knowledge of diesel and/or gas engines is required.
• Experience in servicing, repairing, and rebuilding engines in a workshop is important.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is needed.

Responsibilities

• Build, strip, service, and prepare diesel and gas engines for testing.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical and system issues.
• Complete service records and diagnostic documentation accurately.

Skills

Strong hands-on knowledge of diesel and/or gas engines

Ability to fault-find both mechanically and electronically

Proactive in following health and safety processes

Comfortable using engineering software and office tools

Education

NVQ/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification

Job description

DESCRIPTION We are looking for a talented Workshop Test Technician to join our team specializing in Engineering for our DTO Product Development Department in Darlington, United Kingdom. This is an onsite role with a rotational shift. Rotating 4 Week Shift Pattern of 12 Hour Shifts (7am - 7pm / 7pm - 7am) Fri - Day, Sat - Day, Sun - Day Fri - Night, Sat - Night, Sun - Night Fri - Day, Sat - Day, Sun - Day, Mon - Day Fri - Night, Sat - Night, Sun - Night

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Build, strip, service, and prepare diesel and gas engines for testing, working with both mechanical and electronic systems.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical and system issues quickly to keep engines moving through the production process.
• Manage the full process from receiving engines into the workshop, fitting and servicing components, adding instrumentation, and preparing them for handover to test cells.
• Work closely with engineers, office staff, and test cell technicians to ensure engines are prepared to the highest standards.
• Complete service records, paperwork, and diagnostic documentation accurately to support test validity.
• Move and position engines safely, aligning them correctly for testing, while following all health and safety procedures.
• Uphold workshop cleanliness, support 5S initiatives, and contribute to ISO17025 compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Strong hands-on knowledge of diesel and/or gas engines, including servicing, strip-down, rebuilds, and component fitting.
• Ability to fault-find both mechanically and electronically, supporting smooth and efficient workshop operations.
• Proactive in following health and safety processes and ensuring work is completed to high standards of accuracy and compliance.
• Able to manage different engine builds, work to variable timescales (from days to weeks), and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Comfortable using engineering software and office tools for instructions, recording data, and completing documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Desired - NVQ/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification, or significant relevant experience gained through practical work
• Experience in servicing, repairing, and rebuilding engines (diesel/gas) in a workshop or industrial environment
• Demonstrates a strong mechanical foundation, with technical knowledge gained through education, training, or hands-on work
• Apprenticeship background or extensive workshop experience highly beneficial
• Shows commitment to ongoing learning and professional development