At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a team to build and maintain high-voltage systems that enhance global security.
- Company: Rapiscan Systems, a leader in detection technology for high-security environments.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development, and a chance to work on impactful projects.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth in a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a difference by ensuring safety and security through advanced technology.
- Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with high-voltage experience.
The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.
Rapiscan Systems is a global leader in detection technology, providing advanced cargo and vehicle inspection systems for ports, borders, military installations, and other high-security environments. Our technology helps customers combat terrorism, drug smuggling, illegal immigration, and trade fraud, enabling safer and more secure global trade.
As a High Voltage Technician, you will be part of a specialist production and engineering team responsible for the build, installation, testing, and maintenance of high-voltage systems. Working closely with Manufacturing Engineers and the Cargo Research Team, you will support the development and delivery of next-generation products while contributing to quality assurance and root cause analysis activities.
Responsibilities- Install, test, commission, and maintain high-voltage equipment including converters, transformers, filters, and control systems.
- Carry out diagnostics and fault finding on high-voltage systems using specialist tools and test equipment.
- Support monitoring of system performance and assist with operational testing and control activities.
- Ensure all work is completed in full compliance with high-voltage safety procedures, technical standards, and environmental requirements.
- Maintain accurate documentation including maintenance records, test results, and system configurations.
- Operate in accordance with ISO9001 audited quality systems and procedures.
- Support product quality investigations and root cause analysis of failed hardware.
- Uphold the company’s core values of Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, and Teamwork.
- Demonstrate behaviour consistent with the company’s Code of Ethics and Conduct.
- NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related discipline.
- Proven experience working with high-voltage electrical systems.
- Strong understanding of high-voltage safety procedures, including switching and lockout/tagout.
- Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals.
- Experience working in a regulated production or engineering environment.
- Experience working with HVDC systems.
- HV Authorised Person (AP) certification.
- IPC J-STD-001 soldering certification.
- Familiarity with quality systems and formal engineering documentation.
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