Test and Development Technician

Job Title:

Test and Development Technician

Location
:
Skelmersdale

At Alexander Dennis, our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility.

We design, deliver, and support market-leading buses and coaches that help reduce emissions, improve air quality, and keep communities connected. Every role contributes to that mission whether you’re engineering, driving sales, improving production, or supporting our customers.

You’ll work as part of a small team of technicians and engineers in the Test & Development department. Your responsibilities will include carrying out electrical and mechanical tasks to complete verification requests, building test rigs and fixtures, installing instrumentation on test vehicles, and supporting tests at various facilities. This role involves hands‑on work with components, systems, and vehicles, including occasional travel within the UK and abroad.

We’re looking for a skilled technician with strong knowledge of vehicle mechanical systems and body systems. Welding, fabrication, and workshop machine tool operation are essential. You’ll be able to read mechanical drawings, work independently, and communicate effectively. Experience with instrumentation, data logging, and high‑voltage systems is desirable. A valid UK driving licence and passport are required.

• PCV or LGV licence
• Experience with hybrid systems and commercial vehicles
• Proven track record in vehicle testing

Because we know that to deliver on our vision, people have to feel supported and inspired:

Impact
:
Be part of something that’s changing cities, improving air quality, helping public transport evolve.

Development & Growth
:
Training programmes, mentorship, opportunities to take on new roles, broaden skills.

Culture & Belonging
:
An inclusive environment; your voice matters; we treat people fairly.

Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, wellbeing support, cycle to work scheme, enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.

These are more than words on a page, they shape how we work, what we stand for, and how we build trust with our customers, communities, and each other.

The health and wellbeing of our team members, and the safety of our products, are our top priority.

We strive for excellence in our products, services, and all that we do.

We act with honesty, transparency and integrity, treating each other with respect in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

We take responsibility for our actions, seeking to build trust and earn a reputation for excellence and reliability.

We work with our team members, our supplier partners, and our customers to pursue mutual benefits.

We seek long term success for our business, our communities, and the environment through responsible sourcing, lean manufacturing, and sustainable operations.

If you see yourself growing with Alexander Dennis and contributing to our vision, we’d love to hear from you.

Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

If you are an internal applicant, you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.

Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us call on  or send an email to