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About the role:
We are looking for a skilled and experienced Generator Test Engineer to join our team, working within a fast-paced and safety-critical test environment. You’ll play a key role in ensuring our generator products meet both customer expectations and industry standards through rigorous testing, fault finding and continuous improvement.
You will work across a range of technologies including diesel generators, hydrogen generator solutions and lithium battery systems, supporting the delivery of high-quality, reliable products.
What does this role involve day to day?
- Testing diesel generators (70kVA – 625kVA), including electrical and mechanical systems
- Carrying out testing on hydrogen generators and lithium iron battery packs
- Performing generator synchronisation using Deep Sea, DEIF or ComAp controllers
- Diagnosing faults across AC/DC systems, electrical panels and diesel engine components
- Interpreting electrical schematics and engineering drawings
- Recording test data and updating build documentation in line with SOPs
- Working closely with engineering and quality teams to resolve issues and drive product improvements
- Ensuring all activities are carried out safely within a live electrical test environment
This will be suited to you if…
- You have strong experience in diesel generator testing and electrical/mechanical systems
- You are confident working independently or as part of a small team
- You can effectively fault-find and problem solve in a hands-on environment
- You are comfortable working in a fast-paced, live testing environment
- You have experience with generator synchronisation and control systems (Deep Sea, DEIF or ComAp)
- You can read and interpret electrical schematics and technical drawings
Qualifications & Experience
- ONC/HNC (or higher) in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, or NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation/Maintenance
- Minimum 5 years’ experience testing diesel generators
- Experience with LV electrical systems and mechanical/fuel systems
- Strong knowledge of 3-phase generators and control/breaker panels
- Advanced fault-finding skills across electrical and mechanical systems
- City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing (or equivalent)
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations (BS7671)
- Completed recognised electrical apprenticeship (preferred)
- Knowledge of PLC/SCADA, MODBUS or CANBUS systems (desirable)
What happens next?
Ordinarily, our Resourcing Team reviews and shortlists CVs. If shortlisted, you’ll speak to one of our Recruiters to discuss the role further. Our interview process usually consists of an initial team’s interview followed by an in-person interview. We’ll keep in touch throughout the process but if you have any questions, please get in touch at [email protected].
What’s in it for you?
This is your chance to join a company that values expertise not only in rewards but also in real employee care. At JCB you don’t just get a competitive salary, 33 days’ holiday and access to our company pension—you can also use our onsite gym, in-house doctor and dentist. We have an ULEV car scheme available for our employees too. Then there’s the JCB Rewards Hub, which gives you discounts with high street retailers. Feel like biking to work? There’s our Cycle to Work Scheme.
We value diversity and welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We’re committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair and inclusive. If you face any accessibility challenges with your online application and require additional support, you have the option of speaking to a member of our Recruitment Team who can support you to complete an application in an alternative format. If you would benefit from this support, please email [email protected], and a member of the team will be in touch.
Recruitment Agencies: JCB does not accept any speculative approaches to present candidates for advertised vacancies.
