Inspection & Test Engineer
Rangam
Inspection & Test Engineer
Salary Not Specified
Rangam, Birmingham
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
Posted 1 week ago, 19 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!
Closing date: Closing date not specified
job Ref: 55955ef17b204d30bd5851cb4ff83269
Full Job Description
- As part of the Inspection and Test Team you will be responsible to inspect and test equipment produced by Client to ensure the safety and functional operation of the equipment.
- All testing and inspection is completed using the electrical schematic drawings for the project and a project specific Hardware Test Specification which is written by the Hardware Engineer responsible for the project.
- The Inspection and Test Specification identifies the inspections and tests to be performed to comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive as a minimum, together with any other customer specific standards which the equipment has been designed to comply with.
- The role includes some customer acceptance testing and although office based, occasional site work may be necessary.
- System Software tests are covered by separate test specifications, and you may also be required on an ad-hoc basis to support the Software Team to facilitate the completion of their tests.
- Point to point wiring checks
- Equipment build and configuration inspection
- LVD electrical safety checks
- Earth bond continuity test
- High voltage withstand test
- Insulation resistance test
- Power up, fusing and equipment functionality checks
- Any other equipment specific tests as detailed in the project hardware test specification
- PLC based automation control panels.
- IT cubicles which may contain computing and networking equipment
- Peripheral equipment including printers, scanners etc.
The ideal candidate must be experienced and competent in testing wired assemblies from an individual back plate to a fully assembled control system and: - Able to read and interpret circuit diagrams, general assembly prints, wiring schedules and parts lists
- Able to understand and implement test procedures and instructions
- Able to inspect and test cubicles in line with Company standards.
- Able to maintain/complete test documentation and reports
- Have operational knowledge of components such as MCB's, RCD's, Fuses, Transformers, Power supply's and safety critical components
- Must be proficient in the use of electronic multi-meters and other test equipment
- Must have worked within an ISO 9001 compliant quality system
- Have the willingness and ability to attend at customer sites to witness equipment tests
- Current driving licence
- The ability to work towards SC Clearance
- All necessary technical training will be given as well as specific Health and Safety related training as appropriate to comply with client processes.
- Applicants should possess a nationally recognised technical qualification in an Electrical/Electronic discipline, e.g HNC/HND, 17th Edition C&G2382 & Inspection & Test, completed a modern apprenticeship or similar
- Ability to work independently following appropriate training and experience of the company processes.
- Ability to conform to Health and Safety practises within client premises and at client sites
- Ability to work as part of a wider production and test team
- Have good communication skills
- Be flexible in their methods of working
- Have strong practical skills, reading drawings and fault finding
- Self-motivated and manage own time efficiently to meet customer deadlines
In return Client offers the following benefits to permanent employees - 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Pension
- Life assurance policy
- Private health care
- Lifestyle screening
- Salary sacrifice programme
- Mental health assistance programme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Green car scheme
- Please confirm you have the authorization to work in the UK
- Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance.
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Educational Requirements
Candidates should possess the following personal qualities:
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
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