Workshop Test Technician

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Workshop Test Technician to join our team specializing in Engineering for our DTO Product Development Department in Darlington, United Kingdom.

This is an onsite role with a rotational shift. Rotating 4 Week Shift Pattern of 12 Hour Shifts (7am - 7pm / 7pm - 7am)

• Fri - Day, Sat - Day, Sun - Day

• Fri - Night, Sat - Night, Sun - Night

• Fri - Day, Sat - Day, Sun - Day, Mon - Day

• Fri - Night, Sat - Night, Sun - Night

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Build, strip, service, and prepare diesel and gas engines for testing, working with both mechanical and electronic systems.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve mechanical and system issues quickly to keep engines moving through the production process.
• Manage the full process from receiving engines into the workshop, fitting and servicing components, adding instrumentation, and preparing them for handover to test cells.
• Work closely with engineers, office staff, and test cell technicians to ensure engines are prepared to the highest standards.
• Complete service records, paperwork, and diagnostic documentation accurately to support test validity.
• Move and position engines safely, aligning them correctly for testing, while following all health and safety procedures.
• Uphold workshop cleanliness, support 5S initiatives, and contribute to ISO17025 compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Strong hands-on knowledge of diesel and/or gas engines, including servicing, strip-down, rebuilds, and component fitting.
• Ability to fault-find both mechanically and electronically, supporting smooth and efficient workshop operations.
• Proactive in following health and safety processes and ensuring work is completed to high standards of accuracy and compliance.
• Able to manage different engine builds, work to variable timescales (from days to weeks), and collaborate effectively across teams.
• Comfortable using engineering software and office tools for instructions, recording data, and completing documentation.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

• Desired - NVQ/HNC in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification, or significant relevant experience gained through practical work
• Experience in servicing, repairing, and rebuilding engines (diesel/gas) in a workshop or industrial environment
• Demonstrates a strong mechanical foundation, with technical knowledge gained through education, training, or hands-on work
• Apprenticeship background or extensive workshop experience highly beneficial
• Shows commitment to ongoing learning and professional development

Job Engineering

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site

Job Type Shop

ReqID 2417118

Relocation Package No

Client-provided location(s): Newton Aycliffe, United Kingdom

Job ID: Cummins-R-16532A646E7944E3BE83EAB3732EAA48

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-10-04T19:21:51