Staff Functional Test Engineer in Bathgate

Company Overview

We help our customers deliver products to the world which have a profound impact on people’s lives. From ultrasound units and 3D printing to network security applications and in‑flight Wi‑Fi, we help create products that build a better world. We’re a global team of experts who partner with our customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world‑class customer service.

Role

Plexus is seeking a talented and driven Senior Test Design Engineer or above, to lead our growing team in the UK. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the development and commercialization of our innovative products, from concept to launch. As a Senior Test Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and verification of test solutions for our products. You will utilize your engineering expertise and creativity to create robust and efficient test systems, ensuring the highest quality and reliability of our products.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative test concepts and designs using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Perform design creation, analysis, and verification.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams throughout the entire product life cycle, from conceptualisation to sustaining engineering.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation in accordance with quality and change management procedures.
• Actively contribute to a Lean culture by applying Lean Sigma principles to identify and eliminate waste, and improve processes.

Due to the nature of project work we require candidates to hold U.K. nationality or to either have, or be able to go through, U.K. national security vetting and clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in test design engineering or a related field.
• Proficiency in LabVIEW and TestStand.
• Experience with automated test systems, functional testing, and environmental testing.
• Solid understanding of Lean Sigma principles and tools.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem‑solving skills.

Other Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to work in a cross‑discipline team environment.
• Understand structured design.
• Ability to develop good working relationships with team members and customers.
• Experience with lab test/measurement equipment and lab tools.
• Great communication skills.

Why you will love it?

At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication, and teamwork. Our employees work alongside a global team of experts who engage in projects that span a variety of industries – helping our customers in creating the products that build a better world.

At Plexus, You Will Find

• A workplace centred on collaboration and integrity.
• Supportive leadership teams that value work‑life balance through a flexible work environment.
• An inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and expertise.
• Flexible career paths across a variety of disciplines.
• Innovative design solutions and state‑of‑the‑art technology that improves lives.

Through our commitment to local community involvement we encourage our employees to participate in outreach activities with charities, local schools, universities, and colleges, and to promote careers in the STEM fields.

Benefits

• Bespoke development plan.
• Online learning and formal development programmes.
• Full‑time, permanent employment contract.
• Enhanced pension contributions.
• 33 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays).
• Paid family leave.
• Private medical insurance.
• Group income protection insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Volunteer time off.
• Flexible hybrid working available (role dependent).
• Life assurance.
• Occupational health.
• Vision care discounts.
• Discount schemes.
• Company sick pay scheme.
• On‑site gym / discounted gym.

Application Process

We don’t look for culture fit, but culture add. We value all the perspectives our team brings to the table, and we want to hear from you. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.