Test Technician

We are looking for a skilled Test Technician. The Test technician plays a key role in ensuring products meet defined testing standards and quality requirements. This role is responsible for testing electronic and electro-mechanical equipment in accordance with customer specifications, identifying faults, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the manufacturing environment.

Join our growing team!

• Join a company who have worked with nuclear and industrial customers for over 60 years. And support customers across the world from facilities located in the US and UK.
• This company provide customers with complete, long-term protection and control over safety critical systems operating in extreme environments.
• This companies'' solutions are embedded in strategic national infrastructure, and our people are active partners in customer programs that are focused on delivering advanced future nuclear and industrial capabilities.
• Join a business who have received several industry awards, including recognition for their people management practices and product innovation. Notably, they''ve been recognised by Investors in People for their commitment to high performance through good people management, with the Defence Solutions division''s Avionics business unit achieving silver accreditation.

Key Responsibilities

As a Test Technician, you will:

• Perform testing of electronic and electro-mechanical equipment, including low voltage, 110V, 230V, 440V and EHT products, in accordance with approved test specifications and procedures.
• Operate a variety of commercial and bespoke test equipment to verify product performance and compliance.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot faults to sub-assembly level, identifying root causes and supporting corrective actions.
• Record fault data accurately and initiate appropriate corrective action where required.
• Identify issues with test equipment and coordinate repair or maintenance activities.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, cleanliness, and workplace organisation while ensuring full compliance with health and safety regulations and company procedures.
• Complete all documentation and electronic records accurately, including ERP transactions, to ensure full product traceability.
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, Lean Manufacturing practices, and 6S activities across the business.

What You''ll Bring

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience performing production testing using both commercial off-the-shelf and bespoke analogue test equipment.
• The ability to interpret and work from manufacturing documentation, including engineering drawings, bills of materials, and test specifications.
• Practical experience using standard electronic test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, and function generators.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills, with the ability to troubleshoot to sub-assembly level.
• The ability to read and understand circuit diagrams and wiring schedules.
• Excellent attention to detail, with a strong focus on quality, precision, and accuracy.
• Competency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and Excel.
• Effective time management and organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of ESD requirements and IPC-A-610/620 standards.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Technical qualification in Electronics or a related discipline.
• IPC-A-610 and/or IPC-A-620 certification.
• Experience in electrical assembly, precision cable preparation, and soldering techniques.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle test equipment and products as required.
• Flexibility to work additional hours when business needs demand.