Control Panel Test Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Understanding of panel General Arrangements and schematics.
• Carry out routine and type verification testing in accordance with BS EN 61439-2:2021.
• Perform visual, mechanical and electrical inspections of completed assemblies.
• Conduct insulation resistance, continuity, polarity, functional and operational testing. Set up instrumentation and test equipment as necessary to ensure thorough verification of systems.

• Ensure traceability of components and test results in line with quality procedures.
• Support the preparation of final documentation for handover to clients.
• Perform functional testing of control circuits, interlocks, protection devices, and automation logic.
• Support FAT (Factory Acceptance Testing) with clients or third-party inspectors.
• Assist with basic fault-finding and rectification during test phases.

• Ensure all panels and MCCs meet client specifications, drawings and approved documentation.
• Complete and maintain accurate test records, certificates, and compliance documentation.
• Confirm compliance with relevant IEC, BS, and international standards where applicable.
• Identify non-conformances and work with manufacturing teams to resolve issues.
• Support internal and external audits and client inspections.
• Ensure testing activities are carried out safely and in accordance with company H&S procedures.
• Maintain a safe, tidy and compliant test environment.
• Identify opportunities to improve testing processes, efficiency and quality standards.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• NVQ Level 3 / HNC / HND in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of BS EN 61439-2:2021 testing and verification requirements.
• Recognised electrical safety and testing training, including safe isolation practices.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and GA drawings.
• Proven experience testing control panels, MCCs, or automation systems in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience carrying out routine verification testing in accordance with BS EN 61439-2.
• Hands-on experience with functional, insulation resistance, continuity, and operational testing.
• Experience identifying, reporting, and supporting rectification of non-conformances.
• Experience testing MCCs, control panels and intelligent MCC / PLC systems.

• 18th Edition (BS 7671) qualification.
• Training or certification in FAT / commissioning procedures.
• Knowledge of international standards (IEC, UL, or equivalent).
• First Aid or IOSH Working Safely certification.
• Experience supporting or leading Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs) with clients.
• Experience working on custom-built, client-specific assemblies.
• Experience supporting quality audits and compliance documentation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Company car or car allowance (some levels).
• Mentored support within our ‘Career Development Association’, to work towards chartership.
• 24 days holiday (increasing with service) + 8 bank holidays.
• Options to buy additional holiday via salary sacrifice.
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Flexible working based on a ‘core hours’ system.
• 1 x Professional Membership paid annually.
• Hybrid working.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Free onsite parking.
• Bike to Work Scheme.
• Discretionary annual bonus.