At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead testing of advanced electro-mechanical systems and drive quality improvements.
- Company: Join Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, a leader in semiconductor innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 25 days leave, private healthcare, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with excellent career development and work-life balance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on groundbreaking technologies and mentor future engineers.
- Qualifications: Experience in testing complex systems and a passion for continuous improvement.
The predicted salary is between 39150 - 47850 £ per year.
Are you an experienced Test Engineer looking to take the next step in your career?
Do you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, driving continuous improvement, and leading by example in a high-performing manufacturing environment?At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, we're shaping the future of semiconductor and advanced materials technology.
Our systems help customers around the world develop groundbreaking innovations in areas such as medical devices, diagnostics, electric vehicles, renewable energy, and quantum computing.
We are seeking a Lead Test Engineer to join our Final Test Team at our site in Seven Beach, Bristol, and play a key role in ensuring our highly sophisticated systems are delivered to the highest standards of quality, performance, and reliability.
The Opportunity As Lead Test Engineer, you'll combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership responsibility, ensuring products are tested, documented, and delivered on schedule.
You'll drive quality improvements, support customer acceptance activities, and help create a culture of continuous improvement across the department.
This role is ideal for someone with strong electro-mechanical test experience who enjoys mentoring others, solving technical problems, and making a real impact on manufacturing performance.
What You'll Be Doing Lead the testing and validation of complex electro-mechanical systems, ensuring products meet quality, performance, and delivery targets.
Ensure all testing activities are carried out in accordance with approved procedures and documentation requirements.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, increase efficiency, and reduce manufacturing costs.
Promote best practices in Health & Safety, quality standards, cleanliness, and 5S principles.
Support customer acceptance testing and act as a key point of contact during customer visits.
Work collaboratively with Manufacturing Engineering and other departments to resolve issues and improve processes.
Provide input and support for site installations and system commissioning activities when required.
About You You'll be a technically capable and proactive engineer with a passion for quality and continuous improvement.
Essential Skills & Experience Experience testing and troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical systems.
Experience working in a manufacturing or engineering environment with defined quality standards.
Desirable Experience HNC qualification (or equivalent) in an engineering discipline.
At Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology, you'll work on cutting-edge technology that enables some of the world's most exciting scientific and industrial breakthroughs.
If you're ready to take ownership, influence change, and help deliver world-class products to customers worldwide, we'd love to hear from you.
What We Offer Competitive salary25 days annual leave + half-day Fridays Private healthcare Share incentive plan Pension scheme Flexible benefits tailored to your needs Structured career development opportunities A collaborative environment with excellent work-life balance#LI-AC1All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Lead Test Engineer Contract in Bristol employer: Oxford instruments
Oxford Instruments is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where creativity and technical expertise thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will have access to continuous learning opportunities and the chance to collaborate with industry leaders in a supportive culture that values innovation. Located in a vibrant area, the company provides unique advantages such as flexible working arrangements and a commitment to work-life balance, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
