Production Test Technician

Matchtech • Temporary • Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch and Poole, England, United Kingdom • £26 - £27 / day • 1d ago

Production Test Technician

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Production Test Technician to support the manufacture, testing and integration of electrical and electronic control cabinets supplied into naval and defence programmes.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting functional, electrical and fault-finding activities on production assemblies and control systems, ensuring all products meet customer specifications, quality standards and programme delivery requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing defence engineering organisation working on mission-critical equipment for the Royal Navy and wider defence sector.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct testing, inspection and commissioning of electrical and electronic control cabinets.
Carry out functional testing in accordance with engineering drawings, specifications and test procedures.
Perform electrical safety testing including continuity, insulation resistance and earth bonding checks.
Diagnose and rectify faults at system, sub-assembly and component level.
Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
Record test results and complete all associated quality documentation.
Support root cause investigations and corrective actions relating to production and test failures.
Liaise with Production, Engineering and Quality departments to resolve technical issues.
Ensure all work is completed in compliance with company procedures and applicable defence industry standards.
Support product improvements and continuous improvement activities.
Maintain calibration awareness of test equipment and ensure a safe working environment at all times.

Essential Skills & Experience

Previous experience in a Production Test Technician, Electrical Test Technician or Commissioning Technician role.
Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills on electrical and electronic systems.
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Experience using a range of test equipment including:
- Digital Multimeters
- Insulation Resistance Testers (Meggers)
- Oscilloscopes
- Power Supplies
- Continuity Test Equipment
Understanding of electrical control systems and control panel assemblies.
Experience working within a manufacturing, defence, marine, aerospace or highly regulated engineering environment.
Good understanding of electrical safety procedures.
Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Qualifications

NVQ Level 3, City & Guilds, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Electro-Mechanical Engineering

Relevant military, marine or defence technical training with demonstrable industry experience.

Personal Attributes

Methodical and detail-oriented approach.
Strong problem-solving and fault-finding capability.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Good communication skills.
Flexible and proactive attitude to supporting business requirements.

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