Test Technician - Dyno / Motor Testing
Posted Today by KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd
£55 Per hour
Outside
Undetermined
Norwich, Norfolk
Summary: The role of Test Technician - Dyno / Motor Testing involves setting up and executing dynamometer tests on electric motors and drive systems for a specialist electronics engineering client. The position requires hands-on experience in configuring test rigs and monitoring data acquisition systems, with a focus on ensuring accurate and reliable results. This contract role is based in Norwich and offers a competitive hourly rate with potential for extension. The ideal candidate will have a background in dyno or test rig operations, preferably within various engineering sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
- Setting up and executing rotational dynamometer (dyno) tests on electric motors and drive systems
- Configuring motors, test rigs and associated equipment ahead of test runs
- Operating and monitoring data acquisition systems throughout testing
- Capturing, recording and validating test data to engineering standards
- Supporting fault-finding and debug activities on dyno systems
- Collaborating with engineers across all stages of test execution
Key Skills:
- Previous dyno or test rig experience
- Electrical or electronics bias
- Experience in automotive test & development, marine propulsion, rail engineering, industrial motors, or wind turbines
- Practical and methodical approach
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced test environment
Salary (Rate): £55/hour
City: Norwich
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Contract Test Technician - Dyno / Motor Testing
Norwich, Norfolk | 3 month Contract (likely extension) | Up to £55ph, outside IR35 | Overtime Available | Start ASAP
The Role
A specialist electronics engineering client of ours is looking for an experienced Test Technician to join their team on an urgent contract basis. You'll be at the heart of their motor testing operation - setting up and running dynamometer tests on electronic / electric drive systems and motors, working closely with engineers to ensure accurate, reliable results.
This is a hands-on role with real variety: from configuring test rigs and motors through to monitoring data acquisition systems, validating outputs and supporting troubleshooting on upgraded dyno platforms. If you're someone who takes pride in doing things properly and can hit the ground running in a technical environment, this is worth a look.
What You'll Be Doing
- Setting up and executing rotational dynamometer (dyno) tests on electric motors and drive systems
- Configuring motors, test rigs and associated equipment ahead of test runs
- Operating and monitoring data acquisition systems throughout testing
- Capturing, recording and validating test data to engineering standards
- Supporting fault-finding and debug activities on dyno systems
- Collaborating with engineers across all stages of test execution
What We're Looking For
Previous dyno or test rig experience is strongly preferred, alongside an electrical or electronics bias. We're open to backgrounds across a range of sectors. Any of the following would be relevant:
- Automotive test & development
- Marine propulsion or naval systems
- Rail engineering
- Industrial motors or drives
- Wind turbines or other rotating machinery
You should be practical, methodical and comfortable working in a fast-paced test environment with a degree of autonomy.
Up to £55 per hour
Outside IR35
3 month initial contract. Strong potential to extend or transition long-term
Overtime available
One-stage Teams interview