Test Engineer
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Job description
Our client is seeking a skilled and collaborative Electronics Test Engineer to join their growing, inclusive team in Chertsey. In this hands-on role, you'll work closely with their engineering and manufacturing teams to deliver high-quality products and systems to the Defence Industry., * Maintain a safe, clean and organised assembly area, ensuring all Health & Safety requirements are met.
- Deliver high-quality work within project deadlines.
- Accurately record defects and adhere to all company policies and procedures.
- Perform IPC-level inspections of electronic assemblies during production.
- Follow formal test documentation and accurately record results, including hardware, software and firmware configurations.
- Use standard test equipment to take and interpret measurements.
- Provide feedback on test documentation discrepancies.
- Confidently use internal systems to log results and maintain clear, up-to-date records.
Requirements
This position is ideal for an experienced Electronics Technician with strong production inspection, testing and fault-finding capabilities. You'll be joining at a crucial time, supporting a high-profile project where attention to detail, communication and effective time management are essential., * Able to obtain UK Security Clearance.
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a technical production role.
- Strong background in manufacturing, assembly, repair, or modification of electronic components or systems.
- Good mechanical aptitude with proficiency in hand tools and test equipment.
- Able to read and interpret electronic and mechanical drawings.
- Solid understanding of electronic components and basic electronics principles.
- Competent in IPC 610 and 620 standards.
- Strong communication skills and ability to multitask effectively.
- Comfortable creating detailed documentation to specification.
- Proficient in Office 365 and quick to learn new software.
- Self-motivated, proactive, and keen to grow and develop within the role.
Benefits & conditions
- Paid overtime / TOIL - earn up to 24 extra paid days per year or boost your salary.
- Flexible working hours within core time of 09:30-12:00 & 14:00-16:00.
- Role-specific allowances depending on project requirements.
- 24 days' holiday, plus public holidays, with a Christmas shutdown (pro-rata for part-time roles).
- 14% pension contribution (7% employer + 7% employee).
- Private medical care with access to 50+ clinics nationwide.
- Training and upskilling opportunities to support ongoing development.
- Monthly payment schemes for bicycles and technology.
- Relocation support available for eligible candidates.
Why Join Our Client? As a small-to-medium enterprise, our client offers a flat organisational structure with minimal bureaucracy and direct access to decision-makers. You'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working across a diverse range of products and engineering disciplines.