Mechanical Testing Technician

Advertised by The Caraires Consultancy

Location
Rugby, Warwickshire
Salary
£26,000 - £31,000 a year
Job type
Permanent
Sector
Engineering
Posted
30 September 2026
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Job description

Permenant

Rugby based 

Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 4.30pm (37.5hrs)

£26,000 - £31,000 depending on skills and experience

Our interesting client with a small, friendly office team are looking for a Mechanical Testing Technician to join them on a permanent basis. This could be someone with a qualification in engineering, looking to take their first step, or someone experienced with mechanical engineering looking for a unique opportunity. You will be a team player with good physical fitness, attention to detail and the ability to adapt quickly to an interesting role.

The key responsibilities:

  • Within this role, you will be testing products to assess durability, strength and other specifications and standards
  • Physical attack testing as well as rig & machine-based testing
  • Writing technical reports in regarding to testing - ensuring attention to detail and thorough explanation
  • Liaising with clients
  • Goods inward and booking in - logging deliveries, updating spreadsheets and photographing samples

Minimum requirements:

  • Experience or qualification in mechanical engineering
  • Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
  • Great communication and standard of written & spoken English
  • Organised, proactive and productive
  • Good level of physical fitness

The ideal candidate:

  • Accurate with great attention to detail
  • Understanding of the importance of discretion and confidentiality
  • Comfortable speaking to people at all levels
  • Desire to learn new skills
  • Understanding of machinery and tools

Benefits:

  • Company pension scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • Training opportunities to gain qualifications
  • Membership fees covered for relevant professional bodies
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Friendly & supportive team

Interested?

Please apply below or call (phone number removed) for an informal chat.

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