Mechanical Test Technician

Job Description We are seeking a skilled and detailoriented Metallurgical & Mechanical Test Technician to support component testing, quality validation and materials investigation activities within a highly technical environment. This role involves handson testing, teardown activities, metallurgical analysis, and close collaboration with crossfunctional teams to ensure product quality and compliance to industry standards.Location: Wolverhampton (EMC)Contract End Date: 30/09/2026Schedule: 39 hours per week, MondayFridayShift Pattern: Alternating 2shift rotationEarly Shift: 06:0014:00 (MonThu), 06:0013:00 (Fri)Late Shift: 14:0022:00 (MonThu), 13:0020:00 (Fri)Key ResponsibilitiesOperate metallurgical and mechanical preparation equipment to evaluate components in line with engineering specifications and standard processes.Conduct routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery, and Frame Assembly.Perform teardowns of stators and frames using destructive equipment such as bandsaws.Carry out visual weld inspection and ultrasonic testing of spot welds.Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets, and assess porosity.Perform radiographic analysis (Xray) of components.Support investigations into product quality concerns alongside crossfunctional teams.Ensure compliance with internal and external audits, including IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.Maintain full adherence to Health & Safety standards, identifying hazards and supporting corrective actions.Follow local laboratory documentation and practices, including 5S, Work Instructions, Autonomous Maintenance, and COSHH/Risk Assessments.Carry out additional tasks as directed by the line manager.Skills & ExperienceEssentialExperienced in using preparation equipment (bandsaws, abrasive cutters, grinding, polishing, etching).Handson experience with materials testing equipment (optical microscopes, hardness testers, tensile machines, FTIR, OES, DSC, RFU, etc.).Strong metallurgical knowledge of steel and aluminium and practical application experience.Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.Competent computer skills, including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.DesirableExperience interpreting Xray or CTscan imagery.Working knowledge of MIG/TIG/CMT welding.CSWIP weld inspection experience.Experience using ultrasonic / PAUT equipment for spotweld analysis.Education & QualificationsRequiredMinimum Level 3 qualification in Engineering, Science, Welding, or a related technical field.DesirableUltrasonic / PAUT Level 2 certification.CSWIP Visual Weld Inspector certification.

Created: 2026-03-12