At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and develop innovative test solutions for cutting-edge ocean technology.
- Company: Join Sonardyne, a leader in ocean technology with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Collaborative culture, skill development, and impactful projects in a dynamic environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and working with multidisciplinary teams.
- Why this job: Make waves in engineering by contributing to groundbreaking ocean exploration technologies.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or relevant experience; passion for problem-solving is key.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
From the Mariana Trench, the deepest point on earth, to surging shorelines and anywhere in‑between, we make the impossible possible through our continuous passion for innovation. Our people design, engineer and manufacture technologies that are enabling our customers to discover, navigate, measure, detect and communicate in the toughest environment on earth: Our oceans. We’ve been actively developing the technology to make the oceans accessible for over 50 years and we’re only just getting started.
At Sonardyne, we value different ways of thinking. Whether you think in code, patterns, systems, or steps, your unique perspective is important to us. We are looking for an NPI Development Engineer to join our Engineering team in Blackbushe. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in bringing innovative products into production, developing robust test solutions and supporting the transition from design to manufacture.
What you’ll be doing:
- As part of the NPI team, you will contribute to the development, validation and support of production test systems and processes for new Sonardyne products.
- Your responsibilities will include:
- Designing and developing high‑quality electronic test jigs and production test equipment
- Supporting the bring‑up and validation of new PCB assemblies
- Developing automated and manual test solutions to improve production efficiency
- Collaborating with Engineering and Production Support teams to ensure products are designed for efficient testability
- Creating technical documentation, specifications and test procedures
- Managing configuration and version control for production test systems
- Supporting fault‑finding and debugging activities across existing test processes
- Contributing to estimation and planning activities to support project delivery
- Mentoring and supporting colleagues within the team
- Supporting production test equipment throughout its lifecycle, from concept through to commissioning and ongoing improvement
About you:
You will be a proactive and collaborative engineer with a passion for problem solving and continuous improvement. You will enjoy working across multidisciplinary teams and contributing to the successful delivery of complex engineering projects. You should have experience in several of the following areas:
- Electronics design and test development
- Production or manufacturing test systems
- Fault finding and debugging of hardware and software systems
- Technical documentation and code reviews
- Working within structured engineering or development environments
Experience supporting production teams and developing automated test capabilities would be advantageous.
Qualifications:
You will ideally hold a degree in a relevant engineering discipline such as:
- Electronic Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Embedded Systems Engineering
- Or a related subject
Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
Why join Sonardyne?
At Sonardyne International, you’ll be part of a collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation, technical excellence and continuous development. We offer the opportunity to work on advanced technology projects that have real‑world impact across global industries. Our teams are empowered to explore new ideas, develop their skills and contribute to technology that operates in some of the world’s most demanding environments.
NPI Development Engineer Manufacture, Engineering, Software employer: Sonardyne
At Sonardyne, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, where every team member's unique perspective is valued. Located in Plymouth, our employees benefit from working at the forefront of subsea technology development, with ample opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that not only tackles complex challenges but also contributes to meaningful advancements in global energy, scientific, and defence industries.
