Test Engineer - Electronics

Rochdale
3 days ago
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Test Engineer - Electronics

  • Competitive salary

  • Global manufacturer offering Long Term Prospects

  • Excellent working environment

  • 37.5 hours per week & flexitime

    On behalf of a global manufacturing company, based in Rochdale, we are recruiting for a Test Engineer who will be responsible for designing, developing and executing test procedures to ensure the quality and functionality of electronic products. This role requires a strong understanding of electronics, testing methodologies and problem solving abilities to ensure products meet performance and regulatory standards.

    Key duties include;

  • Perform rigorous testing of electronic components and systems including printed circuit board assemblies

  • Identify, troubleshoot, and diagnose issues with electronic products

  • Record and analysis test data to identify failure and yield trends targeting improvement in right first time metrics

  • Develop and implement test strategies and plans for a wide range of electronic products

  • Design test setups, equipment and fixtures tailored to the products being tested

  • Create and maintain automated and manual test procedures

  • Ensure products meet industry standards, regulatory requirements and internal quality assurance guidelines

  • Document test results, generate reports and communicate findings with relevant teams

  • Collaborate with Engineering and NPI teams to resolve test related issues and improve quality

  • Maintain accurate records of test results, equipment calibration and test procedures

  • Update and maintain technical documentation including test protocols and specifications

  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the optimisation of testing methods and tools

  • Keep up to date with advancements in testing technologies and methodologies

  • Support of Avionics Test and Environmental test activities

    The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience;

  • Continually attain satisfactory compliance with Quality, Safety Security and HSE requirements

  • Degree / HNC or equivalent level in Electrical Engineering or related field

  • Proven experience in electronic testing including both manual and automated test methods

  • Good understanding of electronic components, systems and circuit design

  • Continually attain satisfactory compliance with Quality, Safety, Security and HSE requirements

  • Knowledge and experience of Testing and Diagnosing both AC and DC power products is preferred

  • Good understanding of drawings and schematics

  • Familiarity with testing equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, multimeters and spectrum analysers

  • Experience with testing software, data analysis tools and scripting languages (eg Python, LabVIEW)

  • Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills

    In return for the above our client can offer a highly competitive salary, flexitime working hours, an excellent working environment along with long term and varied work.

    For a more information and a more detailed job description please send your CV in confidence to Chris Chambury at The Recruitment Fix

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