Electrical Test Engineer

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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