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Permanent

Test Rig Support Engineer

Matchtech
Leicestershire
money-bag Negotiable
Posted: 29 August 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 27 September 2026
Ref: 225547019

Test Support Engineer (Permanent) - Leicestershire - Up to -43,000 (Onsite)


A technology business with advanced test facilities is looking for a hands-on Test Support Engineer to support the safe, reliable and effective running of its laboratories and test rigs. This is a permanent, fully onsite role based in Leicestershire.



The role

You''ll be the first point of response for test-rig and lab equipment issues, working closely with a multi-disciplinary engineering team to keep critical test capability running smoothly.
Key responsibilities include:

  • Reacting to test rig / lab process issues and diagnosing electrical and mechanical faults
  • Repairing and resolving issues where possible, and escalating complex problems appropriately
  • Supporting the build of new test rigs and modifications / upgrades to existing equipment
  • Completing routine equipment checks, calibration activity and audits
  • Carrying out planned preventative maintenance on rigs and supporting equipment
  • Helping ensure the lab environment remains safe, compliant and operationally effective


What we''re looking for

This suits someone practical, proactive and comfortable working in a hands-on engineering environment.
You''ll ideally have experience with:

  • Maintaining equipment in a test or production environment (including electro-mechanical assemblies / test rig systems)
  • Reading and working from mechanical & electrical drawings, schematics and layouts
  • National Instruments control systems (not essential)
  • Working with liquid or gas fuel systems or similar (Not essential)
  • Clear communication and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving across different teams


Package / working arrangement

  • Salary: up to -43,000 (depending on experience)
  • Type: Permanent
  • Location: Leicestershire
  • Working style: 100% onsite

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