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 executionWhat 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 machineryYou 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