Are you ready to bring your technical expertise to a world-leading stage? We are thrilled to partner with a large global manufacturer at the forefront of sustainable engineering to find a skilled Engine Test Technician. Based at their state-of-the-art Research & Development Centre in Peterborough, this is a chance to work within a culture of autonomy and excellence, helping to develop the next generation of power solutions.

Location: Peterborough

Contract: 12-month contract

Pay Rate: £17.00 - £18.90 per hour

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, Mon-Thu: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Fri: 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Working within the Industrial Power Systems Division, you will support engineers in validating the performance and durability of engine components and systems. Your responsibilities will include:

Operating test equipment and conducting investigations to obtain, analyse, and summarise critical data.

Recording results through curves, charts, and sketches for inclusion in technical reports.

Working directly with components and test rigs, including the use of hand/power tools and lifting equipment.

Adhering to strict health and safety policies and maintaining a clean work area in line with 5S and TPM standards.

Assisting with technical investigations for both current and future green energy product solutions.

What You Will Have

Background in fuel injection departments and engine component testing.

Proficiency in laying strain gauges, soldering electronic components, instrumentation setup, and basic data capture.

Experience with ultrasonic bolt monitoring and slip torque testing.

High level of accuracy and attention to detail when following complex written instructions.

Strong interpersonal skills to effectively liaise across various levels of the organisation.

Competence in MS Office packages.

An engineering or motor mechanics apprenticeship is highly desirable

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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