Electrical Test Engineer in Luton, Bedfordshire

The Role

My client is a well-established engineering manufacturer seeking a Test Engineer to join their growing team. This is a hands-on role responsible for carrying out electrical acceptance testing on high-value engineered products, ensuring all equipment meets customer specifications, engineering standards and quality requirements before dispatch.

Working closely with Electrical, Production, Quality and Engineering teams, you will play a key role in delivering reliable testing solutions while supporting continuous improvements within the test facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical acceptance testing on large industrial electrical equipment.
• Perform high-voltage testing in accordance with engineering procedures and safety regulations.
• Accurately record, analyse and report test results against customer specifications and engineering standards.
• Produce detailed test documentation and ensure results are recorded within company systems.
• Support the development and improvement of testing methods, data acquisition systems and test procedures.
• Ensure all testing equipment is correctly maintained, calibrated and fit for purpose.
• Work closely with Production and Engineering teams to coordinate testing activities and meet project deadlines.
• Investigate faults identified during testing and support root cause analysis where required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing efficiency, quality and safety.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and compliance with Health & Safety procedures.

The Candidate

Experience working with high-voltage electrical systems.

Previous experience carrying out electrical testing within an engineering or manufacturing environment.

Understanding of electrical power systems and large-scale test equipment.

Experience working to engineering procedures, quality plans and technical specifications.

Strong awareness of Health & Safety within a safety-critical environment.

Ability to interpret technical drawings and engineering documentation.

Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and methodical approach.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Desirable
Knowledge of IEC or ISO electrical testing standards.

Experience carrying out dielectric, insulation resistance or performance testing.

Experience working with variable speed drives (VSDs).

Familiarity with data acquisition systems or automated test equipment.

Experience using LabVIEW or similar software.

Previous experience within rotating equipment, motors, generators or industrial electrical machinery.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance bonus

Private healthcare

Enhanced pension scheme

Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional leave

Ongoing training and professional development

Employee wellbeing programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discount platform

Long-term career progression within a growing engineering business