Mansell Recruitment Group Plc
Electrical Test Engineer
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The Role
My client is a well-established engineering manufacturer seeking a Test Engineer to join their growing team. This is a hands-on role responsible for carrying out electrical acceptance testing on high-value engineered products, ensuring all equipment meets customer specifications, engineering standards, and quality requirements before dispatch.
Working closely with Electrical, Production, Quality, and Engineering teams, you will play a key role in delivering reliable testing solutions while supporting continuous improvements within the test facility.
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out electrical acceptance testing on large industrial electrical equipment
- Perform high-voltage testing in accordance with engineering procedures and safety regulations
- Accurately record, analyze, and report test results against customer specifications and engineering standards
- Produce detailed test documentation and ensure results are recorded within company systems
- Support the development and improvement of testing methods, data acquisition systems, and test procedures
- Ensure all testing equipment is correctly maintained, calibrated, and fit for purpose
- Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to coordinate testing activities and meet project deadlines
- Investigate faults identified during testing and support root cause analysis where required
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing efficiency, quality, and safety
- Maintain high standards of housekeeping and compliance with Health & Safety procedures
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The Candidate
- HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
- Experience working with high-voltage electrical systems
- Previous experience carrying out electrical testing within an engineering or manufacturing environment
- Understanding of electrical power systems and large-scale test equipment
- Experience working with engineering procedures, quality plans, and technical specifications
- Strong awareness of Health & Safety within a safety-critical environment
- Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and methodical approach
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team
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Desirable
- Knowledge of IEC or ISO electrical testing standards
- Experience carrying out dielectric, insulation resistance, or performance testing
- Experience working with variable speed drives (VSDs)
- Familiarity with data acquisition systems or automated test equipment
- Experience using LabVIEW or similar software
- Previous experience within rotating equipment, motors, generators, or industrial electrical machinery
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Annual performance bonus
- Private healthcare
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional leave
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Employee wellbeing program
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee discount platform
- Long-term career progression within a growing engineering business
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