Senior Test Technician

Salary: £40000 - £45000.00 per annum

Southam, Warwickshire
Construction White Collar and Freelance
Permanent

Are you an experienced Hydraulic Test Technician with a strong background in hydraulics and assembly testing? We are recruiting on behalf of a respected engineering manufacturer seeking a skilled Senior Hydraulic Test Technician to join their established production team.

About the Role:
This hands-on role involves creating and proving test procedures from hydraulic circuit diagrams, overseeing hydraulic function testing, and supporting the assembly process. You’ll play a key part in ensuring all products meet technical and quality standards before they reach the customer.

Benefits:

Salary: up to £45,000 depending on experience
Hours of work – 8:30 – 17:00 Monday to Thursday and 8:30 16:00 Friday – 36.5 hours
Annual Bonus – Company performance based.
Annual leave: 31 Days Holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Company sick pay scheme
Auto-enrolment Pension
Location: Southam

Key Responsibilities:

Produce written hydraulic test procedures from circuit diagrams.
Conduct high-pressure function and pressure testing on manifold assemblies.
Oversee and support other test technicians to ensure accurate and safe testing.
Troubleshoot and resolve test-related issues in real time.
Carry out quality checks and sign off pressure tests and certificates of conformity.
Assist with general assembly and light warehouse duties when needed.
Maintain and order test equipment as required.

Requirements:

Strong understanding of hydraulic principles and the ability to read and interpret hydraulic circuit diagrams.
Previous experience in hydraulic testing or similar assembly/testing environment.
Good mechanical aptitude with experience using gauges, hoses, valves, and couplings.
Competent in using systems like Sage 200 (preferred).
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Able to work methodically and safely within ISO9001:2008 quality standards.

Desirable: