Test Technician - Engineering

Test Technician – Engineering

York, North Yorkshire YO1

Salary £27,112 per annum

Working Hours

• 37.5 hours per week
• Day shift pattern
• Start times: 7:00am or 8:00am
• Finish times: 3:00pm or 4:00pm

The Opportunity

Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are looking for a Test Technician to join a highly skilled, friendly, and customer-focused production team based in York, North Yorkshire. This role involves working both independently and collaboratively to carry out a range of technical testing and adjustment activities, ensuring products meet exact customer and specification requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Test and align precision components using engineering drawings, specifications, and work instructions
• Conduct a range of tests including fit, vibration, and response to environmental factors
• Make precise adjustments using microscopes, scalpels, and small tools to achieve required frequency and amplitude ranges
• Record, analyse, and interpret data from test equipment and analysers
• Fault find, diagnose issues, and support resolution while maintaining quality standards
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe working environment
• Complete accurate documentation and update systems as required
• Contribute to continuous improvement and team objectives

Skills & Experience

• High attention to detail and a methodical, patient approach to work
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding ability
• Good hand-eye coordination and dexterity
• Ability to follow processes and technical instructions accurately
• Experience working in a team environment and independently
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills

Desirable:

• Experience in an engineering or manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with microscopes, test equipment, or small hand tools
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings or data

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a UK or NATO National
• Must have the right to work in the UK

Salary & Benefits

• £27,112 per annum
• Bonus: Up to 2% annual salary
• Discount programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free on-site parking

Why Apply?

• You’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team where quality, precision, and continuous improvement are key. This is an excellent opportunity to develop technical skills in a structured production environment with clear standards and training.

If you would like to apply for the role of Test Technician then please email your CV to (url removed)

Closing date is 19.07.2026 Please note this could change subject to suitable applications.

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Hawk 3 Talent Solutions are committed to the selection, recruitment and development of the best people, basing judgements solely on suitability for the job. Whilst we endeavour to respond to all applications individually, due to high volumes, this is not always possible. Thank you for your interest in this role and we look forward to working with you in the future.