Electronics Test Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an Electronic Test Engineer for our manufacturing team in Eastbourne, East Sussex. This hands-on role requires a strong electronics background and ability to keep production running smoothly.

Key responsibilities include supporting automated test systems, diagnosing faults across hardware, instrumentation and software, and reading schematics for effective troubleshooting. A degree or equivalent and 3+ years in test engineering are expected.

Qualifications

• Must have strong electronics background and hands-on testing experience.
• Ability to read electronic schematics and system diagrams.
• Experience with test automation environments (LabVIEW, Python, C# or similar).

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain automated and semi-automated test systems in a manufacturing setting.
• Diagnose hardware, instrumentation and software faults with a structured approach.
• Read schematics and diagrams to troubleshoot effectively and minimise downtime.
• Provide robust, timely fixes to keep production flowing.
• Work hands-on with test fixtures, instrumentation and equipment.

Skills

Electronics theory

Schematic reading

Test automation

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Electronic Engineering

HNC/HND in Electronic/related

Tools

LabVIEW

Python

C#

Job description

Electronic Test Engineer

Location: Eastbourne, East Sussex

Salary: Up to £40,000 DOE

About the Role

We are seeking a multi-disciplined Electronic Test Support Engineer to join our manufacturing team in Eastbourne. This is a hands-on role for someone with a strong technical background in electronics who thrives on solving problems and keeping production running smoothly.

Key Responsibilities

• Support and maintain automated and semi-automated electronic test systems within a manufacturing environment
• Diagnose faults across hardware, instrumentation, and software using a structured, logical approach
• Read and interpret electronic schematics and system diagrams to troubleshoot effectively
• Provide robust, timely fixes to minimise production downtime
• Work hands-on with electronic test fixtures, instrumentation, and test equipment
• Collaborate closely with engineers, managers, and production staff to support smooth day-to-day operationsWhat We're Looking For

What We're Looking For

Key Skills:

• Strong understanding of electronics theory and practical troubleshooting techniques
• Ability to read and work from electronic schematics and system diagrams
• Familiarity with test automation environments (e.g., C#, LabVIEW, Python, or similar tools)
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work closely with teams across the business
• A structured and logical approach to diagnosing links between hardware, instrumentation, and software
• Ability to deliver robust, timely fixes to keep production flowing
• Hands-on experience with electronic test fixtures, instrumentation, and test equipment

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Test Engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in test engineering or production test support

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity for a technically skilled engineer to take on a varied, hands-on role at the heart of a busy manufacturing operation, with a competitive salary of up to £40,000.