Electrical Test Engineer

A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced test engineer to join a leading manufacturing company who will be shortly opening a state of the art test centre ensuring they are leading the way in manufacturing excellence.

Job Description:

Conduct all test activities in line with established Health & Safety regulations, relevant industry standards and best practice industry standards, ensuring the safety of all employees;
Conduct production testing of finished goods;
Generate accurate production test sheets for all products. Ensure completed test records are filed and maintained as required;
Carry out fault finding, diagnostic and test calculations as required.
Conduct routine and type testing (Noise, Temperature Rise, Partial Discharge, impulse, etc.) as required by Customer specifications;
Conduct customer witnessed testing and act as point of contact for all customer appointed inspectors during site visits;
Generate and validate test certificates for internal and customer end user documentation reports;
Generate inter-departmental reports, liaise with Design and Production functions to ensure best practice design & production methods;
Maintain up to date files for Test Specifications and Electrical Regulations;
Ensure all test equipment has an in-date calibration certificate, is free from damage and capable of conducting the test at hand;
Direct involvement in managing client relationships, assisting with and providing support and technical knowledge where required.

Beneficial Skills /

Qualifications:

GCSEs High school or equivalent
Electrical / Electronic City & Guilds Apprenticeship 2381, 2391
Will have prior experience Transformer Testing:

- Earth testing
Electrical pressure testing
Live system testing
Safe operation / protection of electrical power systems
Will have prior experience of Power Generator Testing
Rotating alternator test
Static resistance / insulation test
PMG testing
Be flexible as the job may involve unsociable hours;
Good communication skills and the ability to connect naturally with people;
To be able to work well using own initiative and as part of a team;
Ability to ensure the work gets done in a timely and effective manner;
Ability to follow all Company policies and procedures;
Ability to understand and implement written and verbal instructions given;
Self-motivated