Engineering Test Technician

Redline Group Ltd; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Ipswich is looking for an Engineering Test Technician to join their innovative team. The role involves testing, validation, and continuous improvement of electronic products. Responsibilities include defining test requirements, executing detailed test procedures, and developing automated scripts in C++. Ideal candidates will have knowledge in electronic engineering and testing processes. This position offers opportunities for professional development and collaboration with senior engineers.

Qualifications

• Understanding of electronic engineering principles.
• Familiarity with test equipment and procedures.
• Experience in documentation and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Define and support product test requirements with cross-functional teams.
• Create and execute test procedures for various products.
• Develop automated test scripts to enhance efficiency.
• Debug, fault-find, and validate products at a component level.
• Maintain comprehensive test documentation.

Skills

C++

Testing processes

Debugging

Soldering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Digital Multimeters

Power Supplies

Network Analyzers

Visual Studio

Job description

Job Description

An Engineering Test Technician is sought to join an innovative engineering team in Essex, contributing to the testing, validation, and continuous improvement of new and legacy electronic products.

The Engineering Test Technician, Essex, will be expected to develop their understanding in the field, learning from peers and senior engineers in technical areas and industry best practices. This may include applying core electronic engineering knowledge, understanding testing processes, production methods, and working closely with suppliers and internal teams.

Responsibilities include:

• Work with engineering and cross‑functional departments to define and support product test requirements.
• Create and execute detailed test procedures for new and legacy products, using equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies (including HV), and network analysers.
• Develop automated test scripts using C++ in Visual Studio to improve test efficiency.
• Debug, fault‑find, and validate products down to component level, including soldering connectors, cables, and replacing faulty or missing components.
• Collaborate with senior engineers during larger technical projects and investigations.
• Maintain comprehensive test documentation, including test reports, calibration records, and organised test data.
• Support the production and wider engineering teams by resolving is...