Test Engineer

AC/DC Test Engineer Electrical Engineering & Switchgear

Salary: £30,000-£35,000 DOE + Overtime
Location: Hove, East Sussex
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Hours: 37.5 per week

I'm currently recruiting for an AC/DC Test Engineer to join an established engineering business specialising in electrical switchgear and control systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for an electrically biased engineer with hands-on testing experience to join a specialist engineering team, taking responsibility for testing, inspection and verification of electrical switchgear assemblies and associated equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical and functional testing of switchgear assemblies, panels and associated equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and engineering drawings.
• Undertake fault finding, diagnostics and investigation of technical issues.
• Support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) activities.
• Verify completed products against approved drawings, specifications and relevant standards.
• Identify and raise non-conformances, supporting investigations and corrective actions.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering and Quality teams to resolve technical issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and the development of test procedures.
• Support occasional customer site visits for testing, commissioning and technical investigations.

What We're Looking For

• Previous electrical or electro-mechanical testing experience.
• Strong electrical fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings.
• Good understanding of electrical systems and testing procedures.
• A methodical, accurate and safety-conscious approach.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of testing activities.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Desirable Experience

• Electrical or Electrical Engineering qualification or relevant apprenticeship.
• Experience within switchgear, control panels or electrical manufacturing.
• Rail industry experience.
• ECS Card or Sentinel/PTS competency.
• Knowledge of Deep Sea or ComAp control systems.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £30,000-£35,000 depending on experience.
• Overtime available.
• 8% employer pension contribution.
• Private medical insurance, including dental.
• Death in Service insurance.
• 25 days' annual leave, which can be taken by the hour.
• Ride to Work scheme.
• Excellent opportunities for training and technical development.

Working Hours

Monday-Thursday: 7:45am-4:30pm
Friday: 7:45am-12:15pm

The position is fully site-based, 5 days per week at the company's factory in Hove.

Interested in hearing more?

If you're an electrically biased Test Engineer looking for your next opportunity, I'd be keen to hear from you.