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Development Research / SSDV Test Technician
Location: Peterborough (100% Onsite)
Pay Rate: Up to GBP20.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
Position Type: 12-Month Contract (Rolling / Likely to extend)
Hours: 37 hours per week
- Monday to Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Early finish)
We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Development Research Test Technician to join a collaborative 35-member engineering team at a world-class Research and Development facility in Peterborough.
In this role, you will work directly with components and test rigs in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment. You will support engineers by setting up, operating, and testing cutting-edge engine components, while capturing critical performance and durability data.
What You Will Do
- Hands-on Assembly and Testing: Use hand tools, power tools, and lifting equipment to assemble, install, and modify test components on rigs.
- Data Capture and Monitoring: Operate specialized test equipment to monitor performance, recording evaluation results using software, curves, charts, and tables.
- Technical Investigations: Assist the engineering team in conducting technical investigations for future product developments.
- Lab Standards: Maintain a safe, clean, and organized workspace in accordance with 5S and Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) guidelines.
- Collaborate: Work closely within a supportive team environment of engineers and fellow technicians to meet project deadlines.
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What We Are Looking For (Requirements)
Education:
- Level 3 education (e.g., NVQ Level 3, BTEC, City and Guilds) in Engineering, Motor Mechanics, or a completed apprenticeship/equivalent experience.
Core Technical Skills:
- Strong hands-on experience using hand and power tools.
- Experience with soldering electronic components.
- Strong understanding of electronic compounds/instrumentation.
Soft Skills:
- A self-starter attitude with the ability to take initiative on tasks, work collaboratively in a lab environment, and follow strict health and safety procedures.
PPE:
- Candidates must provide their own safety boots initially (safety glasses will be provided on-site).
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Highly Desirable Skills (Not Essential, But a Plus)
- Previous experience on a garage shop floor, test house, or similar engineering environment.
- Experience with engine component testing or working in a fuel injection department.
- Experience laying strain gauges, setting up instrumentation, and utilizing basic data capture software.
- Knowledge of ultrasonic bolt monitoring equipment or slip torque testing.
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Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
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