Contract Test Technician – Dynometer, Dyno, experience Electric Drive Systems

Greater Norwich area

Contract Opportunity - Outside IR35

2 months at least, strong likelihood of further extensions as project is ongoing

ARCA Resourcing is proud to partner with ETA on an exciting opportunity for an experienced Test Technician to support the development and validation of cutting-edge electric drive systems.

This is a fantastic chance to work at the forefront of electric propulsion technology, operating advanced dynamometer facilities and supporting innovative engineering programmes shaping the future of mobility.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Setting up and operating dynamometers, test rigs, and associated equipment
• Installing motors, inverters, gearboxes, and units under test
• Configuring sensors, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems
• Running performance, durability, efficiency, and validation testing
• Monitoring tests, identifying faults, and ensuring safe, repeatable execution
• Capturing, validating, and logging test data accurately
• Supporting engineers with analysis and reporting of results
• Maintaining and calibrating dynos, sensors, and test equipment
• Troubleshooting rig and equipment issues
• Helping improve test methods, fixtures, and facility capability
• Maintaining a safe, organised, and efficient test environment

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience operating test rigs for motors, inverters, or electric drive systems
• Strong electrical and electromechanical fault-finding skills
• Proficiency with oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analysers, DAQ systems, and insulation testers
• Good data handling and reporting skills
• Mechanical and electrical installation/maintenance experience
• Knowledge of HV safety, lockout/tagout, and safe systems of work
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation discipline

Contract Details:

• Start: May
• Duration: Initially up to 8 weeks (with possible extension)

If you’re a skilled Test Technician looking to work on advanced electric propulsion technology within a high-performing engineering environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact ARCA Resourcing for more information.