Electronics Test Engineer

Chess Dynamics; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Wokingham is seeking a Test Engineer to join their Test and Production team. The role involves testing electronic hardware, developing test plans, and requires proficiency with Linux and Windows operating systems. Ideal candidates should possess an HNC in electronics or be studying towards a relevant degree. The company offers a supportive work environment with various benefits including pension contributions and a well-being program.

Benefits

Group pension plan matched contributions

Income protection scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite car parking

Gym membership discounts

Regular sports and social activities

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Studying towards an HNC in electronics is acceptable.
• Open to industrial placement year students as part of a degree in electronics.
• Experience of software testing is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Undertake testing of electronic hardware in a prototyping environment.
• Create and follow test procedures in consultation with design engineers.
• Fault find, debug, and resolve issues.

Skills

Ability to write comprehensive test plans

Computer Literate

Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel

Understanding of video formats

Education

HNC or equivalent in electronics

Tools

Linux

Windows

Job description

Overview

Due to continued growth, we currently require an experienced Test Engineer to join the Test and production team at our Wokingham offices.

Responsibilities

• Reporting to the Production Manager.
• Undertake test of electronic hardware in a low volume and prototyping manufacturing environment.
• Undertake software and system integration test.
• Operation of an environmental test chamber.
• Create test procedures in consultation with design engineers.
• Installation of operating systems (Linux and Windows).
• Fault finding, debugging and resolution of issues.
• Checking that all work meets quality and technical standards.
• Occasional visits to customer sites to support equipment setting to work and field service.

Essential

Skills & Experience

• HNC or equivalent in electronics (Studying towards is acceptable).
• Also open to industrial placement year students as part of a degree in electronics or similar.
• Ability to write comprehensive test plans and test procedures.
• Computer Literate and competent with using Microsoft Word and Excel package.

Desirable

• Experience of both Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Experience of software test.
• An understanding of video, both analogue and digital formats.

Personal Attributes

• Demonstrates our company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Courage.
• A desire to learn.
• Have the ability to fit in and work well both in a team and in working autonomously when required.
• Demonstrates our company values of Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence and Courage
• Highly organised and methodical approach, with an eye for detail.
• Be flexible, conscientious, and with a diligent attitude.
• Have a resilient and adaptable approach at all times.

Work Life Balance

• 37.5 hour working week
• Lunchtime finishes on a Friday
• 28 days annual leave
• Christmas closure
• Holiday purchasing scheme

Benefits

• Group pension plan matched contributions up to 5%
• Income protection scheme and Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Assistance Programme gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations
• Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline
• Company shares incentive plan and save as you earn scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives, including access to wellbeing app and the additionof mental health support for all employees. Plus, regular activities across our sites to support and promote wellbeing
• Regular sports and social activities
• Gym membership discounts
• Reward platform (high street discounts, employee benefits, health, and wellbeing offerings).
• Recruitment referral bonus scheme
• Excellent learning & development opportunities
• Great working environment with free, onsite car parking across all our locations