Testing Technician

Testing Technician

Location: Rugby, Warwickshire
Salary: Flexible Depending on experience

The Opportunity:

Are you a Mechanical Technician, Engineering Technician or Test Technician who enjoys hands-on practical engineering? We're looking for a Mechanical Testing Technician / Engineering Test Technician to join the clients team in Rugby.

This is a hands-on role involving the physical testing of security products, using test rigs, machinery and defined test procedures to assess products against in-house specifications and recognised BS, EN and ISO standards.

You don't need previous experience in the security industry. We're particularly interested in candidates with a mechanical engineering or practical engineering background, and training will be provided on our products and testing processes.

What will you be doing:

As a Testing Technician, your responsibilities will include:
Carrying out physical and mechanical testing of security products
Performing rig and machine-based testing
Following detailed test procedures and specifications
Testing products against in-house, BS, EN, ISO and other relevant standards
Recording test results accurately and producing technical test reports
Supporting the preparation, assembly and modification of test rigs and test fixtures
Using practical engineering skills including basic machining, fabrication and welding where required
Liaising professionally with clients and other contacts
Receiving and booking in test samples and deliveries
Recording samples and maintaining accurate electronic records
Photographing and documenting products received for testing
Supporting the wider laboratory team with general engineering and operational tasks
Working collaboratively within a small team while also being able to work independently
We're looking for someone with:

A background in mechanical engineering, mechanical engineering technology or practical engineering
Hands-on experience working with mechanical equipment, machinery, products or components
Good practical and problem-solving ability
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Good IT skills and experience using Microsoft Office
The ability to write clear and accurate technical information
Good communication skills and confidence dealing with people at different levels
The ability to manage your own workload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
A proactive approach and the ability to use your own initiative
The ability to work effectively as part of a small team
Experience in any of the following would be advantageous:

Mechanical or engineering testing, Product testing or validation and Test rigs or test equipment
Machining, Fabrication, Welding, Workshop engineering, Manufacturing or production engineering
Engineering inspection, Technical reporting
Working to BS, EN, ISO or other technical standards
Security product experience is not essential – training will be provided.
Who could this suit?

This position could suit someone currently working as a:

Mechanical Technician, Engineering Technician, Mechanical Engineering Technician, Test Technician, Mechanical Test Technician, Engineering Test Technician, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Engineer, Workshop Technician, Maintenance Engineer, Product Test Technician, Test Engineer, R&D Technician, Prototype Technician or Engineering Technician.
If you have a strong practical mechanical engineering background and enjoy working with machinery, test equipment and physical products, we'd like to hear from you.

Job Info:

Competitive salary, depending on experience

Non-contractual company performance-based bonus scheme

Contributory pension

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Relevant professional membership fees covered

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

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