Test engineer

🌟 We’re Hiring | Inspection & Test Technician | Capula (Part of the Dalkia Group)


With a strong focus on operational technology and digital transformation, Capula has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades — optimising efficiency and delivering performance across some of the UK’s most highly regulated and challenging industrial environments.


From energy and nuclear to water, renewables and manufacturing, our teams deliver critical projects that shape the future.

We’re equally committed to building an inclusive, equitable workplace where diversity is celebrated. We actively encourage applications from individuals of minority backgrounds, underrepresented groups and those with disabilities. Everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive.


🔧 The Role: Inspection & Test Technician

You’ll join our Inspection & Test Team, ensuring the equipment we produce is safe, compliant and fully functional. Working from electrical schematic drawings and project‑specific Hardware Test Specifications, you’ll carry out inspections and tests aligned with LVD, EMC and customer standards.


The role is primarily office‑based, with occasional site work and customer acceptance testing.

🛠️ What You’ll Be Doing

* Point‑to‑point wiring checks
* Equipment build & configuration inspections
* LVD electrical safety checks
* Earth bond continuity testing
* High‑voltage withstand testing
* Insulation resistance testing
* Power‑up, fusing & functionality checks
* Supporting Software Team testing where required
* Completing all test documentation and reports


You’ll work across a range of technologies including:

* PLC‑based automation control panels
* IT cubicles with computing & networking equipment
* Peripheral devices (printers, scanners, etc.)


✔️ What We’re Looking For

A skilled technician with experience testing wired assemblies — from individual backplates to fully assembled control systems — and the ability to:

* Read & interpret circuit diagrams, GA drawings & wiring schedules
* Inspect & test cubicles to company standards
* Use multimeters, flash testers, earth bond testers & other equipment
* Work within an ISO 9001 quality system
* Host customer acceptance/witness tests
* Work towards SC Clearance


🎓 Qualifications

We’re looking for candidates with a recognised Electrical/Electronic qualification such as:

* HNC/HND
* 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
* C&G 2382
* Inspection & Test
* Completed apprenticeship or similar pathway


💡 Personal Qualities

* Strong practical skills & fault‑finding ability
* Able to work independently and as part of a wider team
* Good communication skills
* Flexible, proactive and safety‑focused
* Able to manage time effectively to meet deadlines


🎁 What You’ll Get

* 28 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension
* Life assurance
* Private healthcare
* Salary sacrifice schemes
* Mental health assistance programme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Green car scheme
* Professional development & growth opportunities
* Professional membership fees covered / study support


If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.📩 Send your CV and a short note on why you’d be a great fit to hr@capula.com.

Note to agencies: We are currently working only with our preferred suppliers.