Test Engineer - Rochester – Full time on site

Copello are working with a dynamic business who are dedicated to delivering a range of sophisticated metering and data acquisition solutions to the power industry. Their comprehensive portfolio includes both hardware and software products, developed in-house or sourced from trusted third-party suppliers. They specialise in solving complex network solutions, Dynamic System Monitoring, Power Quality, and Generator performance monitoring.

As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for mechanical and electrical testing of completed projects.

Duties

• Full ownership of mechanical and electrical testing of electrical panels (metering solutions), including insulation resistance, secondary injections, configuration of various devices etc.
• Full ownership of test area; Providing input to test schedule,
• Testing documentation and protocols,
• Coordination of all testing phases; Performing witness acceptance tests,
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure testing objectives are met to budget and on time,
• Identify and lead testing risk and put control in place to mitigate,
• Run EHS (Environment, health and safety) in connection with testing of projects
• Support and assist the management team to supervise the progress of works and ensure that the testing targets are met and effect remedial action where required,
• Make sure technical standards are maintained in all aspects of testing work in order that safe and successful project implementation
• Occasional support with commissioning works at customers premises

Skills and Experience

• Electrical engineering or systems engineering technical background required
• Experience working in similar role/environment advantageous
• Relevant testing qualification advantageous
• Excellent problem-solving ability and an engineering curiosity attitude
• Excellent time/task management; Resilient to setbacks and committed to achieving goals
• Knowledge of power industry, high voltage transmission and distribution networks
• Knowledge of precision high accuracy metering advantageous (CoP1, CoP2)
• Ability to interpret and use project documentation including electrical schematics
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience in SCADA, control systems and communication protocols advantageous
• Experience in programming of switches & routers, integration and interface with other communications systems advantageous

What is on offer?

• Performance-Based Bonus: Enjoy an annual bonus linked to the company's performance
• Flexible Working Hours: Achieve a healthy work-life balance with our flexible working arrangements
• Pension Plan: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme, with employer contributions up to 10%.
• Time Off: Recharge and rejuvenate with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), and the option to buy or sell an additional 5 days!

If you feel you have the right skills and experience please apply now, or send your CV to emmaw@copello.co.uk and we will be in touch for a further conversation.