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Electrical Test Engineer

Job Posted: a month ago

Salary: £ 19 - 22 / Hour
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leeds

Expire in: 14 hours

Job Description

This exciting role will focus on the testing of high-powered battery systems and driving productivity within our test operations, including Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and microgrid environments.

About the Role

As an Electrical Engineer (Test), you will play a key role in delivering high-quality system testing, supporting R&D projects, and ensuring industry-leading safety and performance standards. You will take ownership of the test facilities while working collaboratively across multiple teams.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate testing schedules to meet delivery deadlines
Liaise with Project Management, Engineering, and Production teams on timelines and changes
Maintain accurate testing records, documentation, and data
Take ownership of the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) and Microgrid facility
System build and breakdown
Test bay management
Promote and enforce safety procedures, including creating RAMS and Safe Systems of Work
Support and participate in R&D testing and development
Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests and assist in product validation
Deliver training to customers and internal teams
Continuously review and improve testing procedures and documentation
Provide technical support (remote and on-site)
Identify and escalate risks via Early Warning Notifications (e.g. delays, faults, design changes)
Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge (equipment, software, industry trends)
Support the upkeep of the facility’s electrical systems (within competence)

Key Relationships

You will collaborate closely with:

Project Managers – providing updates, insights, and planning support
Production Team – receiving systems and validating handover documentation
Control & Software Engineers – replicating system behaviours and control strategies in testing

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

Detail-oriented with strong self-assessment skills
A proactive problem-solver with analytical thinking
An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Highly safety-conscious
Flexible and adaptable in a fast-changing environment
Eligible to work in the UK

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

Degree or HNC/HND in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline), or
Qualified Electrician with relevant certification (e.g. C&G 2391 or equivalent)
Strong experience in electrical testing
Knowledge of renewable or distributed energy systems
Understanding of:
AC/DC systems
Power factor, kVA/kW
Harmonics
Ability to read electrical schematics and use diagnostic tools

Desirable:

Passion for renewable energy
Experience with microgrid systems
Familiarity with DNOs and utility companies
Hands-on experience with installation and commissioning
Knowledge of PLCs, SCADA systems, and remote monitoring platforms

Working Days

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