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# Electronic Test Engineer

- **Company:** KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd
- **Location:** Knutsford, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Software Debugging, Desktop Computing, Python (Programming Language), Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Serial Peripheral Interface, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815277062-electronic-test-engineer

## About the Role

* A background in electronics testing & hardware troubleshooting
 * Experience with comms protocols and interpreting schematics
 * Working knowledge of ROS or ROS2
 * Ability to work independently in the field

## Description

Overview

Our client in the Knutsford area is looking for a hands-on Electronics & Test Engineer to test, debug, and validate autonomous robotic solutions that they design and manufacture on site. They are a small growing team and looking for a motivated, passionate Engineer to join them as they develop industry leading devices.

What you'll do

 * Troubleshoot and repair embedded hardware
 * Test and calibrate sensors, PCBs, actuators, and motor controllers
 * Work with low-level protocols (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN, RS-485)
 * Use ROS/ROS2 tools to debug comms and system performance
 * Support field deployments and live robot testing

What you'll need

 * A background in electronics testing & hardware troubleshooting
 * Experience with comms protocols and interpreting schematics
 * Working knowledge of ROS or ROS2
 * Ability to work independently in the field

Nice to have

 * C/C++ or Python programming/scripting
 * Exposure to robotics hardware or automation systems

Role: Electronics & Test Engineer

Details

 * Seniority level: Not Applicable
 * Employment type: Full-time
 * Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
 * Industries: Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, Computers and Electronics Manufacturing, and Robotics Engineering

Apply now via KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions with an up-to-date CV today!


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