Test Technician – Mechanical
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• Build, assemble and modify test rigs, fixtures, brackets, mounting plates and mechanical adapters to support engineering test activities
• Prepare, install and remove test articles for vibration, shock, thermal, humidity and other environmental test campaigns
• Assemble and disassemble mechanical and electro-mechanical products in accordance with engineering drawings, test procedures and assembly instructions
• Use hand tools, power tools, torque tools and workshop equipment to drill, cut, file, tap, finish and modify components safely and accurately
• Carry out dimensional checks, fixture inspections and pre-test readiness checks using equipment such as vernier callipers, micrometers and height gauges
• Support test failure investigations, repairs and rework while maintaining workshop tools, fixtures, lifting equipment and mechanical test hardware
• Practical experience working with mechanical equipment, assemblies, engineering hardware or workshop tools
• Confidence using common hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment safely and accurately
• Ability to follow engineering drawings, assembly instructions, test procedures and specified fastener torques
• Basic understanding of mechanical assembly, fasteners, tolerances, materials and dimensional measurement
• Practical and methodical approach to problem-solving with strong attention to detail
• Ability to produce clear and accurate build and test records while working safely in a fast-moving development environment
• Completion of a mechanical, manufacturing, maintenance or engineering apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience building mechanical rigs, fixtures, prototypes or test equipment using workshop machinery such as pillar drills, band saws, grinders, presses, lathes or milling machines
• Experience assembling electro-mechanical products or complex mechanical systems and using calibrated torque tools or mechanical measuring equipment
• Experience supporting vibration, shock, thermal or environmental testing using equipment such as environmental chambers or vibration shakers
• Experience interpreting CAD drawings or 3D models, with basic CAD experience in Siemens NX, SolidWorks or similar advantageous
• Experience in fast paced R&D or startup environments, with rapid prototype iteration times
• Competitive compensation and stock options
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Job description
Build, assemble and modify test rigs, fixtures, brackets, mounting plates and mechanical adapters to support engineering test activities
Prepare, install and remove test articles for vibration, shock, thermal, humidity and other environmental test campaigns
Assemble and disassemble mechanical and electro-mechanical products in accordance with engineering drawings, test procedures and assembly instructions
Use hand tools, power tools, torque tools and workshop equipment to drill, cut, file, tap, finish and modify components safely and accurately
Carry out dimensional checks, fixture inspections and pre-test readiness checks using equipment such as vernier callipers, micrometers and height gauges
Support test failure investigations, repairs and rework while maintaining workshop tools, fixtures, lifting equipment and mechanical test hardware
Practical experience working with mechanical equipment, assemblies, engineering hardware or workshop tools
Confidence using common hand tools, power tools and workshop equipment safely and accurately
Ability to follow engineering drawings, assembly instructions, test procedures and specified fastener torques
Basic understanding of mechanical assembly, fasteners, tolerances, materials and dimensional measurement
Practical and methodical approach to problem-solving with strong attention to detail
Ability to produce clear and accurate build and test records while working safely in a fast-moving development environment
Completion of a mechanical, manufacturing, maintenance or engineering apprenticeship, or equivalent practical experience
Experience building mechanical rigs, fixtures, prototypes or test equipment using workshop machinery such as pillar drills, band saws, grinders, presses, lathes or milling machines
Experience assembling electro-mechanical products or complex mechanical systems and using calibrated torque tools or mechanical measuring equipment
Experience supporting vibration, shock, thermal or environmental testing using equipment such as environmental chambers or vibration shakers
Experience interpreting CAD drawings or 3D models, with basic CAD experience in Siemens NX, SolidWorks or similar advantageous
Experience in fast paced R&D or startup environments, with rapid prototype iteration times
Competitive compensation and stock options
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Cycle to work scheme
Lunchtime catering on site
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