Electrical/Electronics Test Technician/Engineer

Expleo; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering services provider in Barnstaple is seeking an Electrical/Electronics Test Technician/Engineer. The successful candidate will work onsite and should ideally have experience in marine electronics. This role offers the chance to be part of a dynamic team, with a focus on engineering excellence and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Access to ExpleoAcademy for training

Competitive company benefits

Qualifications

• Significant demonstrable experience in lieu of degree qualifications is acceptable.
• Must have at least 3 years experience in a multi-disciplined design/manufacturing environment.
• Awareness of Environmental, Health & Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical/electronic manufacture and testing.
• Use tools for Schematics & PCB Layouts.
• Complete documentation in accordance with quality requirements.
• Maintain housekeeping standards in areas of activity.

Skills

Computer literate with Microsoft Office skills

Experience with hand tools for mechanical and electrical operations

Soldering

Ability to think creatively

Methodical with attention to detail

Good organisation skills

Ability to work within a team

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in a relevant discipline

Tools

Family Tree/Bill of Materials (BoM)

Job description

Overview

Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations. We are seeking an Electrical/Electronics Test Technician/Engineer to work with our client, onsite (4 days minimum onsite) at Barnstaple working on marine electronics. The successful candidate will ideally have experience working on marine electronics with an appreciation of some of the challenges products face in this environment.

We are looking for an energetic and driven individual, of particular interest would be candidates with military, aerospace or experience.

This role represents a great opportunity to work within a multi-discipline team, contributing to the security of the UK and our allies. Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to perform the following activities:

• Hands on work around electrical/electronic manufacture and testing
• Use of tools for looking at Schematics & PCB Layouts
• Perform surveys on items returned from service and report findings
• Testing following company documentation
• Develop/Interpret test specifications
• Perform self-directed investigative testing work
• Adhere to control processes to achieve a conforming product
• Complete documentation in accordance with quality & contractual requirements ensuring materials, tooling & product traceability
• Reporting of non-conformance on MRP system
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping standards in areas of activity
• Ensure working area is clean, tidy and free of FOD at all times
• Adhere to Health and Safety framework.

Qualifications

• Degree/HND/HNC level qualification in a relevant discipline. A lower qualification would be acceptable for example ONC/OND should the candidate be able to demonstrate significant demonstrable experience in lieu

Essential skills

• Computer literate with Microsoft office skills (minimum MS Word, Excel & Outlook & Internet).
• Be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of hand tools, both for mechanical and electrical operations.
• Soldering, crimping, looming, electromechanical assembly.
• Understands the principals and need for production control documentation and traceability.
• Has a drive and an ability for continuous improvement through process development.
• Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised.
• Ability to think creatively and modify the approach to suit the problem set presented
• Methodical with excellent attention to detail.
• Possess good organisation skills.
• Ability to work proactivity within a team. Problem solve when required, and liaise with other Engineering functions to resolve problems.

Experience

• Familiarity with Family Tree/Bill of Materials (BoM) & Assembly Drawings
• Has worked in a multi-disciplined design/manufacturing environment for at least 3 years.
• Aware and compliant with Environmental, Health & Safety requirements

Benefits

For Staff we offer

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
• ExpleoAcademy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive