PRS
Test Technician
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Position: Test Technician (Automotive)
Contract: Contract/Fixed Term – 6 months (possible extension into permanent position)
Salary/Package: £30,500 - £40,000 or Hourly rate to be discussed (outside IR35 for contractors)
Location: Gateshead, North East
Industry: Automotive, Electric Propulsion, Electronics
PRS Engineering has engaged with a new client and leading manufacturer within best-in-class electric motors, power electronics, energy storage, and thermal equipment for all things that move. Their mission is to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy by providing innovative and efficient solutions for a cleaner future. Operating in North America, Canada, the UK, and India, they serve customers in global markets and industries including off highway, commercial vehicles, rail, marine, light vehicles, and premium automotive.
In this role, the Test Technician will be responsible for the following:
- Product (software, hardware, and mechanics) assembly, troubleshooting, and testing.
- Test execution and report writing.
- Design, construction, maintenance, and calibration of test equipment.
- Keeping the working environment clean, tidy, and safe.
- Applying continuous improvement of working practices, processes, and working environment.
- Identifying and managing continuous improvement of equipment and test methods.
- Assisting development engineers with analysis of products, including FMEAs, design reviews, etc.
- Working to company quality and national/international standards.
- Ensuring that all work is carried out safely.
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Experience and Skills
We’re looking for candidates with the following experience and skills:
- A good knowledge of electronic circuits, including experience designing simple circuits.
- Assembly, troubleshooting, and testing of electronic products.
- Use of electronic test equipment (including DVMs, Oscilloscopes, Data Loggers).
- Soldering and rework techniques of SMD components.
- Computer literate (Microsoft Excel and Word).
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It would also be great (but not essential) if in addition to the above you also had:
- Dyno preparation and maintenance.
- Experience of CAD design for general fixtures & fittings.
- Experience with high voltage (> 60V) and/or high current (> 100A) products.
- EMC testing, including exposure to standards such as REG10, ISO16750, CISPR 25.
- Thermal and environmental testing.
- Automotive product development and testing.
- Mechanical skills, assembly, and creation of one-off parts, use of machine shop tools.
- Experience with high volume products.
- Experience in HALT / HAAS testing.
Qualifications
- A HND or equivalent in the following discipline is required: Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
- Relevant experience could also be considered.
Initially, this is a fixed-term contract position with views to lead to permanent after 6 months.
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