Test Technician (High Voltage)

The role

X4 Group is recruiting for a leading space technology business that needs a hands-on High Power Electronics Technician for a 6-month contract.

You will test and fault-find high-power electronic systems in a lab environment, including live AC work up to 2kW, as part of an engineering programme.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out live testing of high-power electronic units and assemblies, including AC voltage work up to 2kW
• Use oscilloscopes, DVMs and multimeters to take measurements, diagnose faults and verify performance
• Work to safe systems of working for high-risk voltage environments
• Read and work from schematics and test procedures
• Record test results accurately and report findings to the engineering team
• Carry out rework or repairs where required

About you

• Proven hands-on experience testing power electronics, with live AC voltage up to 2kW
• Confident, regular use of oscilloscopes, DVMs and multimeters
• Strong fault-finding skills at board or unit level
• Trained and competent for high-voltage or high-risk electrical work (for example EAWR awareness or equivalent)
• ONC/HNC in electronics or electrical engineering, or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Space, aerospace, defence or other high-reliability sector experience
• Soldering and rework qualifications (IPC or ESA)
• Experience with electronic loads and programmable power supplies

Please note

This is a fully onsite role.

Candidates must be able to commute to site every day and have the right to work in the UK.