Manufacturing Test Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Test Engineer

Location: Blackbushe

Department: Manufacturing/Production

Reports To: Production Manager

Contract Type: Fixed Term Temporary – 18 months

Role Purpose

We are seeking a hands‑on Manufacturing Test Engineer to perform rigorous electronic testing across a diverse range of products. This role involves bench testing, tank testing, fault diagnosis, and support throughout the production process—from component level, through PCB and chassis assembly, to final unit assembly. The successful candidate will ensure strict adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct defined electrical/electronic and tank testing procedures throughout the production process.
• Diagnose and resolve faults at the component and assembly level.
• Perform basic assembly tasks to support testing processes when required.
• Identify and report specification or design non‑conformances, raising appropriate documentation as necessary.
• Ensure all testing activities comply with quality standards and recommended production timelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation of test results, calibration certificates, and other production records.
• Utilise company IT systems (ERP, Intranet, Microsoft Office) to support testing and production activities.
• Collaborate effectively with other departments (Engineering, Stores, Quality) to resolve test-related issues.
• Provide ad hoc assistance to the Manufacturing Manager, Cell Coordinators and other Test Engineers.

Essential Competencies

• Strong adaptability and flexibility.
• Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• High attention to detail and quality focus.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Drive for results and persistence in resolving complex issues.
• Ability to interpret technical data, including engineering drawings and circuit diagrams.

Desirable Competencies

• Coaching and development skills.
• Proactivity and innovation in testing and troubleshooting.
• Leadership and motivation capabilities.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• HNC in Electronics or equivalent qualification.
• Hands‑on experience in electronic testing.
• Proven experience in fault finding down to component level.
• Competent with test equipment (oscilloscopes, DVMs, power supplies, timer counters, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word).

Desirable

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Additional Information

• Travel Required: No
• Offshore Training Required: No
• Regular Medical Required: Yes, annual
• Staff Management: None
• Budget Responsibility: None

Contact Coral at DCS to apply

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