Job Title: Manufacturing Test Engineer

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Location: Hampshire
Department: Manufacturing/Production
Reports To: Production Manager
Contract Type:Fixed Term Temporary - 18 months

Role Purpose

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Test Engineer to perform rigorous electronic testing across a diverse range of products. This role involves bench testing, tank testing, fault diagnosis, and support throughout the production process-from component level, through PCB and chassis assembly, to final unit assembly. The successful candidate will ensure strict adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct defined electrical/electronic and tank testing procedures throughout the production process.
• Diagnose and resolve faults at the component and assembly level.
• Perform basic assembly tasks to support testing processes when required.
• Identify and report specification or design non-conformances, raising appropriate documentation as necessary.
• Ensure all testing activities comply with quality standards and recommended production timelines.
• Maintain accurate documentation of test results, calibration certificates, and other production records.
• Utilize company IT systems (ERP, Intranet, Microsoft Office) to support testing and production activities.
• Collaborate effectively with other departments (Engineering, Stores, Quality) to resolve test-related issues.
• Provide ad hoc assistance to the Manufacturing Manager, Cell Coordinators, and other Test Engineers.

Essential Competencies

• Strong adaptability and flexibility.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High attention to detail and quality focus.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Drive for results and persistence in resolving complex issues.
• Ability to interpret technical data, including engineering drawings and circuit diagrams.

Desirable Competencies:

• Coaching and development skills.
• Proactivity and innovation in testing and troubleshooting.
• Leadership and motivation capabilities.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• HNC in Electronics or equivalent qualification.
• Hands-on experience in electronic testing.
• Proven experience in fault finding down to component level.
• Competent with test equipment (oscilloscopes, DVMs, power supplies, timer counters, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word). xbpsjku

Desirable:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.

Additional Information

• Travel Required: No
• Offshore Training Required: No
• Regular Medical Required: Yes, annual
• Staff Management: None
• Budget Responsibility: None

Please contact Coral at DCS Engineering to Apply

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