Senior Technician -Testing & Workshop

Location Shenfield
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000p.a. up to £40,000p.a.
Contact name: Keeley Atkinson

Contact email: katkinson@select-engineering.net
Contact phone: 01245403560
Job ref: ST-KA
Published: 2 months ago
Expiry date: 11 Apr 2025 23:59
Startdate: ASAP

​Position Description:

Reporting to Workshop Supervisor

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Support the engineering team in the test, development, and validation of systems and components, reporting to the workshop supervisor.

  • Support the engineering team in building and commissioning of systems, reporting to the workshop supervisor as required.

  • Travel to support and maintain applications in the field as needed by the business, ensuring proper functioning and addressing any issues that arise.

  • Develop and maintain test rigs for various testing activities, ensuring they meet project specifications and safety standards.

  • Work from verbal directions, written instructions, 3D CAD models, and detailed drawings to assemble and test components against certification conformities and industry standards.

  • Conduct fault diagnosis and repair of mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring timely resolution of issues.

  • Collaborate with the engineering team to verify system performance and assess the quality of supplier hardware.

  • Write detailed test reports to document findings, test conditions, and any deviations from expected results.

  • Liaise Project Lead or Chief Engineer as required for the project, providing technical support and updates on testing progress.

  • Provide on-site support at the company and Development Centre, as well as at nominated test facilities or customer sites. This will require flexible working practices, including occasional travel and working abroad.

  • Maintain a clean and tidy work environment, ensuring compliance with company standards.

  • Adhere to Health and Safety and Quality & Environmental policies affecting the work area and off site undertakings.

YOUR PROFILE

  • Preferably 10-15 years of practical, hands-on workshop experience on mechanical or electrical engineering

  • Proactive professional individual with the ability to work effectively alone as well as part of a team

  • Interpret and understand P&ID’s.

  • Swagelok H2 Installation and tubing bending would be an advantage.

  • Excellent attention to detail and record maintenance

  • Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Strong knowledge of diesel or gasoline engines preferred but not mandatory.

  • Level 3 Marine Engineering or similar qualification