Test Technician- Rolling Stock

Test Technician

Rolling Stock

We are currently recruiting experienced Test Technicians to support rolling stock testing and commissioning activities within a safety-critical depot environment. This role is expected to start in February and offers competitive shift rates across early, late and night shifts.

Early / Afternoon Shifts

06 : 0014 : 00 / 14 : 0022 : 00

Early finish on Fridays

40000-£51900 Including shift allowance (Depending on experience)

Night Shifts

22 : 0006 : 00 (Monday Thursday)

16 : 0021 : 00 (Friday)

47000-£61000 Including Shift allowance (Depending on experience)

This is a skilled, safety-critical role requiring a high level of technical competence. You will be responsible for carrying out functional testing and commissioning of EMU / DMU and other rolling stock types following maintenance, modification or production activities. The role demands strong fault-finding capability, the ability to work from written instructions, and the confidence to work independently where required.

• Carry out functional testing and commissioning of rolling stock to defined standards
• Lead fault identification and rectification using recognised fault-finding techniques
• Read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematic drawings
• Investigate rolling stock faults with minimal supervision
• Download, analyse and process train diagnostic data
• Test a wide range of onboard systems
• Produce detailed technical reports relating to fault investigation and test results
• Maintain accurate test documentation, fault logs and test sheets
• Liaise with production and engineering teams as required
• Work within high-voltage and safety-critical environments
• Support off-site depot activities when required
• Deputise for the Test Team Leader when necessary
• Carry out other reasonable tasks as directed

• Time-served apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 (or higher) in a relevant discipline
• Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding capability
• Detailed knowledge of railway vehicle systems and components
• Proven experience working in a safety-critical environment
• Ability to fault find complex circuits and systems to an advanced level
• Competent in producing technical and analytical reports
• Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Strong understanding of 5S principles
• High awareness of safety and quality requirement
• A safety critical medical and drugs and alcohol will need to be carried out.

There are many positions available for a February start, so please forward this on

If you feel like you have the suitable experience for this role then please Apply
. Alternatively, please email me your CV and proof of qualification to