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g2 Recruitment

Test Engineer

On site

London, United kingdom

Freelance

28-11-2025

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Skills

Communication Monitoring Analytical Skills

Job Specifications

About the Company

We are a leading provider of Partial Discharge (PD) testing and monitoring solutions for Medium Voltage and High Voltage (MV/HV) electrical equipment. Our technologies are used worldwide to assess the condition of power cables, switchgear, transformers, motors, and generators operating at 3.3 kV and above. By delivering early-warning indicators of insulation deterioration, we help operators maintain safe, reliable, and continuously performing power systems throughout the full asset lifecycle.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Freelance Testing Engineer to join us on a 12-month contract, working across multiple locations in the UK. The role involves regular travel to customer sites to perform PD testing, support installation and commissioning of monitoring systems, analyse diagnostic data, and deliver clear technical reports. This contract position offers flexibility while working independently on high-value MV/HV projects.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out on-site PD testing and diagnostics on MV/HV equipment, including cables, switchgear, transformers, motors, and generators.
Install, configure, and commission permanent PD monitoring systems at customer locations.
Analyse PD data and produce concise, actionable technical reports.
Provide clients with guidance on PD activity, equipment risk, and recommended next steps.
Assist in fault investigations to identify causes of insulation deterioration.
Work collaboratively with internal engineering teams and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Maintain compliance with safety standards and best practices for MV/HV environments.

Skills & Qualifications

Degree or HND/HNC in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Strong knowledge of MV/HV systems; PD testing experience is an advantage.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret diagnostic data confidently.
Comfortable working independently and travelling regularly to customer sites across the UK.
Excellent communication and reporting skills.

What We Offer

12-month freelance/contract opportunity with varied project assignments.
Work across multiple UK locations, supporting a wide range of MV/HV customer environments.
Exposure to market-leading PD testing and monitoring technology.
Ongoing collaboration with experienced engineering teams and opportunities to develop specialised diagnostic skills.

About the Company

With almost two decades of technical staffing expertise, g2 Recruitment has expanded into a 250-strong team across 10 offices, each specializing in the art of pairing clients with the perfect candidates within European Engineering and Technology, as well as for the UK Government Authorities. Situated within the UK and Western Europe (Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Switzerland) our aim is to provide talent solutions to help clients source the top talent for their jobs, whilst ensuring candidate’s career progression reaches u... Know more