Electrical & Electronics Test Engineer

ENGINEERINGUK; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Test Engineer to join their dynamic team in Loughborough. This role involves certifying the safety of electrical and electronic products through rigorous testing in state-of-the-art laboratories. You'll be responsible for creating test setups, interpreting standards, and managing multiple projects concurrently. With a focus on accuracy and detail, you'll contribute to the development of new testing capabilities while enjoying a supportive work environment that prioritizes career growth. If you're an electrical engineer eager to tackle challenges across diverse industries, this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Private medical and dental insurance

Company contribution to pension scheme

Life assurance from day one

Qualifications

• Background in Electrical & Electronic Engineering required.
• Experience with medical electrical equipment standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create test setups to simulate product conditions and perform measurements.
• Support efficiency improvements and contribute to a safe working environment.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

Electronic Engineering

Testing Equipment Usage

Project Management

Technical Reporting

ISO Standards Compliance

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Tools

Multimeters

Load Banks

Flash Testers

Earth Bond Testers

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Position: Test Engineer - Electrical & Electronic Products

Location: Loughborough, Leicestershire

Employment Type: Permanent, Full Time Position

Do you think you have what it takes to be our next Test Engineer?

Our test engineers are at the forefront of operations at our testing laboratories and take on a key role in certifying the safety of products for global consumers, ensuring they remain fit for purpose and conform to stringent industry standards.

Our Labs:

BSI hold over 50-years of testing excellence and have two UKAS accredited Laboratory operations in the UK, situated in Hemel Hempstead & Loughborough. Our purpose-built Hemel Hempstead facility is our centre of excellence that provides testing across a range of products including PPE, Latex, IoT Security, Financial, Automotive, Fire detection, Doors & Windows, and Construction Products. Our Loughborough testing facility is based within Loughborough University and has bespoke testing capabilities across Electrical & Electronics, Mechanical, Energy and Gas Appliances, with plans to add new testing capabilities soon.

What is it like to be an Electrical Test Engineer at BSI?

A typical day for one of our test engineers would involve creating test set-ups/test rigs to simulate normal use and conditions of products. This is a position where accuracy really matters so initial calibration checks are performed on testing equipment prior to undertaking measurements and recording of any results in accordance to ISO standards. Test Engineers will need to interpret and navigate standards to lead them to perform a test, obtain results and data to generate a verdict to a specific clause.

Outside of testing work, you will support the team in scoping out new efficiencies within testing and generate ideas in support of future CAPEX to obtain new equipment and methods. A test engineer will contribute towards a safe working environment, so will also help in identifying areas of improvement along with writing and reviewing of risk assessments.

This is a perfect opportunity for an electrical/electronic engineer with a sound technical ability who is seeking a new and challenging opportunity where you will get to operate around a vast array of products across various industry sectors and for someone who wishes to be challenged daily.

What do we need from you?

To be a successful Test Engineer at BSI you will need to have a previous background and education in Electrical & Electronic Engineering with the ability to demonstrate a sound knowledge & awareness of electrical principles and an understanding of measurements (electrical & distance measurements).

Experience with medical electrical equipment standards - IEC/EN 60601 would be a major asset in this role.

The ability to use and interpret testing equipment is vital in this role. You will come across various types of testing equipment that includes load banks, multimeters, flash testers & earth bond testers so previous experience with some of these electrical testing devices will be key to the role.

You'll also need to be a great project manager in this role as you'll be setting up multiple test rigs and undertaking and coordinating multiple projects concurrently across a variety of different tests.

Another key element to the role will be to interpret and report technical data/findings as well as write test reports with the use of MS Word & Excel. Attention to detail along with excellent verbal and written communication skills will also be required.

What we offer:

We offer career development opportunities and an attractive remuneration package including:

• Competitive salary
• 27 days holiday plus Bank Holidays with the option to buy additional days
• Private medical and dental insurance
• Company contribution to pension scheme
• Life assurance from your first day with us... and many more flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit you!

Our Excellence Behaviours: Client-centric, Agile, Collaborative. These three behaviours represent how we do things at BSI. They help us ensure that BSI is a great place to work and a highly successful business.

BSI is conducting face-to-face interviews where appropriate and possible. If you are invited to a face-to-face interview but feel more comfortable with conducting the interview virtually, please speak to a member of our recruitment team.