Electronics Test Development Engineer

The Electronics Group; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electronics is seeking an experienced Electronics Test Development Engineer in Northampton. The role involves designing automated test solutions for advanced electronic systems, contributing to high-reliability test solutions for clients globally. Candidates should have a degree in Engineering and substantial experience in test development, alongside strong problem-solving and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Participation in a company-wide bonus programme

Dynamic and innovative work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years in test development engineering.
• Proficiency in NI software tools and test instrumentation.
• Full UK or EU driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop automated test solutions for electronics.
• Commission test applications for customers, both remote and on site.
• Maintain accurate documentation and track project costs.

Skills

Automation Testing

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

HNC/D in Electronic Engineering (considered with experience)

Tools

LabVIEW

TestStand

NI Software Design Tools

Oscilloscopes

Signal Generators

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Client:

The Electronics Group

Location:

Northampton, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electronics Test Development Engineer with expertise in Automated Test Equipment. In this role, you will be instrumental in the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge testing solutions for advanced electronic systems. You will be focused on the delivery of high-quality, high-reliability test solutions to a wide range of customers with deployments globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Development: Design and develop automated test solutions tailored to complex electronics systems.
• Design and develop electronic test fixtures to support functional test applications.
• Design, write and debug test programs using LabVIEW, TestStand.
• Commissioning of Test Applications for Customers - either remote or on site at Customer premises.
• Ability to operate with minimal supervision and with a high level of autonomy.
• Support others in the team with their personal/professional development.
• Keep accurate and effective documentation records, as well as tracking project costs to ensure the project is delivered effectively, including costs, time, quality, etc.
• Provide assistance in the creation of project bids/tenders for new and existing customers.
• Interact directly with Customers both during the development phases as well as providing outstanding customer service to customers post-delivery during any support.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Electrical design. HNC/D in Electronic Engineering may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Proven experience (5+ years) in test development engineering (ideally within Test Development) and knowledge of standard instrumentation, e.g. PXI and LXI instruments.
• Proficiency in the use of NI software design tools, such as LabVIEW, TestStand, etc. to produce functional test programs.
• Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and logic analysers.
• Holds (or can gain) security clearance for projects that require such approvals.
• Full UK (or EU) Driving License

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in custom hardware design.
• Understanding of statistical analysis methods and tools for test data.
• Working knowledge of additional programming languages - e.g. Python.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with a track record of innovative solutions and an ability to do so with complex problems.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities, including verbal and written, to include technical presentation skills. This is both internally and externally.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to work on a variety of projects at any one time.
• A team player and contributor to company-based projects and initiatives.
• Strong planning and time management skills - meeting time deadlines without compromising on quality.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and innovative work environment working with the latest development tools.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, which includes participation in a company-wide bonus programme.
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture.