My client based in Colchester is one of the world leaders in the design and manufacture of control and monitoring systems and are looking to recruit a Test Engineer. The Test Engineer will test products in R&D as well as production. Applications from electronics graduates with a year out in industry or apprentice trained electronics engineers would be welcome. Please note this company does not offer sponsorship.

Duties:

• Test the functionality of in-house application software (primarily embedded) using a 'Black box' functional testing methodology.
• Determine the set of tests necessary to test and prove the functionality of the software based on the functional description supplied by the design team.
• Inspect and test electronic / electrical products in production in accordance with their product designs, applicable drawings and parts lists.
• Inspect, repair and test products customer returns.
• Reconfiguration of existing test equipment, or request the purchase new equipment required, working closely with the R&D team to determine if equipment needs to be designed specifically for the task.
• Maintain test equipment, tools and environment.
• Complete any relevant production documentation.
• Provide feedback to design engineers regarding products to improve standardisation and innovation in design.
• Participate in regular team meetings to ensure continual improvements.
• Aid the development of standard products and systems.
• Where appropriate, visit suppliers to resolve serious or ongoing issues.

Skills and Experience:

• Qualified to degree level in Electronics/Electrical Engineering
• Experience of application/software/controls testing would be preferred
• Hardware test experience is essential
• Experience of the marine industry would be preferable
• Experience of traction and locomotive engineering ideal
• Knowledge of electrical machine basics (generators, transformers, motors), prime movers and generators used in industry would be useful along with electrical protection devices & energy monitoring devices

Benefits:

• Ongoing training and support will be given
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• 37 hours per week flexitime (core hours 8am-4.45pm Monday to Thursday and 8am-1pm Friday)
• Matched pension contributions up to 6%
• Free parking

This company is not able to offer sponsorship.

If you are interested in this exciting Test Engineer role and live within a commutable distance of Colchester please call Julia @ prime appointments for more info.