Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer
£45,000 Basic Salary + Overtime + Company Van
London & Southeast (Field-Based) | UK Travel Required
Full-Time | Permanent
Looking for More Than Just Another Electrical Testing Role?
We're seeking an experienced Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer to join a specialist technical maintenance team working across a diverse portfolio of commercial and infrastructure sites throughout London, the Southeast and, occasionally, the wider UK.
This position offers a genuine mix of inspection, testing, fault-finding and maintenance work, providing variety, autonomy and long-term career development within a growing and highly respected technical business.
If you're an engineer who enjoys working independently, takes pride in producing high-quality certification, and thrives in a field-based environment, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As an Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer, you'll be responsible for carrying out periodic inspections, testing and certification of commercial electrical installations and associated infrastructure.
- Conducting Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs)
- Inspection, testing and certification of electrical systems
- Testing distribution boards, circuits and three-phase installations
- Identifying, recording and reporting electrical defects
- Fault-finding and diagnostics across commercial electrical systems
- Carrying out minor remedial works where required
- Producing accurate electronic reports and certification
- Supporting planned and reactive maintenance activities
- Ensuring all work complies with current BS7671 Wiring Regulations
- Working safely at height and using access equipment when required
Travelling throughout London, the Southeast and wider UK locationsThis is predominantly a field-based role, giving you the freedom to manage your own workload while being supported by an experienced technical and operational team.
What the Client is Looking For
Essential Qualifications
- City & Guilds 2391 Inspection & Testing
- City & Guilds Level 3 Electrical Installation Qualification
- 18th Edition Wiring Regulations
- Full UK Driving Licence
Essential Experience
- Previous Electrical Testing & Inspection experience
- Experience completing EICRs independently
- Commercial electrical installation knowledge
- Strong electrical fault-finding capabilities
- Experience testing three-phase systems
- Good understanding of BS7671 Wiring Regulations
- Ability to work independently and manage your own workload
- Strong communication and reporting skills
Desirable
- IPAF or working-at-height experience
- Maintenance engineering background
- Field service experience
- Experience using digital certification software
- Experience working across multiple client sites
What's On Offer?
- £45,000 Basic Salary
- Overtime Opportunities
- Company Van
- Tools & Calibrated Test Equipment Provided
- Company Uniform
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Annual Salary Reviews
- Ongoing Training & Development
- Healthcare Benefits
- Employee Perks & Discounts
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified Electrical Test & Inspection Engineer looking to join a business that values technical expertise, invests in its people and offers genuine long-term career prospects.
You’ll work on a wide range of interesting commercial sites, gain exposure to specialist infrastructure projects and become part of a supportive team where quality and professionalism are genuinely recognised.
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