Rigs Engineer

As the Rigs Engineer, your key purpose is to support the electrical safety test engineers in their evaluations for Intertek's global client base. Working within the Intertek Electrical UK team, the Rigs/Support engineer would work closely with the safety team to build test rigs and set-up facilities to for testing to meet specific requirements of the applicable test standards. The role will also involve working closely with the facilities department., You will be working within the Intertek Electrical UK team, the Rigs/Support engineer would work closely with the safety team to build test rigs and set-up facilities to for testing to meet specific requirements of the applicable test standards. The role will also involve working closely with the facilities department. Key activities:

• Specify and agree testing regime and test methods for testing the EUT (Equipment Under Test), in conjunction with Test Engineers.
• Design physical rig and testing system equipment (PLC controllers, interface boxes, heating cabinets, switch actuators etc) including CAD drawings.
• Build rigs and testing system equipment.
• Commission and fully test system set-up with EUT.
• Fully document all aspects of the above process.
• Assist Test Engineers with other test set-ups.
• Provide updates to management
• Ensure test rigs are built to safe standard and within set timescales.
• Provide technical support to the business
• Attend internal meetings
  
  Essential:
• Relevant Electrical/Mechanical formal qualifications
• Practical hands-on workshop skills (Fitting, turning, milling, welding, etc)
• Use of CAD software
• Good IT Skills, experience with excel, word and data retention systems.
• Experience of working in accordance with a Quality Management System
• Ability to communicate effectively with key stake holders.
Desirable:
• Background in mechanical/electrical engineering
• Experience and knowledge of pneumatics, PLC programming, electronics, Woodwork & plumbing.
• Electrical safety.
• Experience of electrical safety standards.
• Experience working in an ISO 17025 accredited laboratory
  
  Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace, and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.
• Competitive salary/benefits
• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin. Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.