Test Engineer in Glasgow

Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations. We are seeking experienced Test Engineers to support our client at their Glasgow facility. In this role, the successful candidate will apply their skills to test and verify state‑of‑the‑art electro‑optical defence and security systems. The position spans the full product lifecycle, from engineering test and verification of prototypes, through qualification activities, and into production‑level testing. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Test Engineer to deepen their technical capability, broaden their systems understanding, and develop their career within a highly regulated environment.

We are looking for an energetic and driven individual with a strong electronics background. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in defence, aerospace, or other heavily regulated industries. This role offers the chance to work with a blue‑chip client on technology that contributes directly to the security of the UK and its allies. Valued attributes include being a team player who uses their initiative, demonstrates a passion for engineering, and applies a thorough, methodical approach with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Execute engineering test, verification and validation activities across prototype, pre‑production and production hardware
• Develop test procedures, test plans and verification documentation aligned to requirements
• Perform board‑level, subsystem‑level and system‑level testing on electro‑optical and electronic assemblies
• Conduct functional, environmental and qualification testing as required
• Support board bring‑up, debug and fault‑finding activities using standard lab equipment
• Record, analyse and present test results, producing clear and traceable test reports
• Work closely with electronics, systems, mechanical and software teams to ensure test coverage and design‑for‑test considerations
• Participate in design reviews, providing feedback from a test and verification perspective
• Support continuous improvement of test processes, tooling and documentation

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Electronics Engineering or closely related discipline
• A lower qualification would be acceptable for example HNC/HND should the candidate be able to demonstrate significant demonstrable relevant experience in lieu

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of electronics fundamentals (analogue, digital or mixed‑signal)
• Hands‑on experience with lab test equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analysers, power supplies, DMMs, signal generators)
• Ability to interpret schematics, block diagrams and engineering requirements
• Experience developing and executing test procedures and verification plans
• Competence in board bring‑up, debug and structured fault‑finding
• Clear, methodical approach to documentation and reporting
• Experience working within a regulated or safety‑critical environment (defence, aerospace, medical, rail, automotive etc.)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in multi‑disciplinary teams

Desired Skills

• Experience with environmental or EMC testing
• Familiarity with requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS)
• Exposure to electro‑optical systems or sensor‑based products
• Experience with automated test scripting (Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW or similar)
• Understanding of qualification standards relevant to defence or aerospace
• Knowledge of design‑for‑test principles

Experience

• Demonstrated experience performing engineering test, verification and validation on electronic or electro‑mechanical systems
• Hands‑on experience with board‑level and system‑level testing, including bring‑up, debug and structured fault‑finding
• Experience developing and executing test procedures, test plans and verification documentation
• Proven ability to work with engineering requirements and trace test coverage to specifications
• Experience using standard lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, power supplies, DMMs and signal generators
• Exposure to testing within a regulated or safety‑critical environment (defence, aerospace, medical, automotive, rail or similar)
• Experience producing clear, accurate and traceable test reports for internal and customer review
• Working within multi‑disciplinary engineering teams (electronics, systems, mechanical, software)
• Experience supporting design reviews and feeding back test‑driven insights to design teams

What Do I Need Before I Apply

• UK sole National BPSS Cleared
• Holds or able to obtain SC without caveats
• Ability/willingness to work at the client site in Glasgow

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

Disability Commitment

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

• Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• Communicating and promoting vacancies
• Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
• Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
• Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.