Engineering Test Technician

Austin Fraser; Tendring; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Engineering Test Technician in a leading electronics company in Clacton on Sea. This hands-on role involves testing, maintaining, and calibrating a variety of electronic products to ensure compliance with UKAS standards. You will collaborate with engineering teams, troubleshoot test-related issues, and contribute to complex testing projects. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in electronics, experience with test equipment, and a problem-solving mindset. Join a supportive environment that offers competitive salaries and opportunities for technical growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with test equipment like oscilloscopes and DMMs.
• Hands-on experience in electronics fault-finding and testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical tests on new and legacy products.
• Prepare detailed test reports and manage calibration records.

Skills

Test Equipment Usage

Electronics Fault-Finding

Basic Programming (C++)

Soldering Skills

Education

BTEC Level 3 in Engineering

A Levels in Engineering

Tools

Vector Network Analysers

Oscilloscopes

Digital Multimeters (DMMs)

High Voltage Power Supplies

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Test Technician to join a leading electronics company based in Clacton on Sea, Essex.

The successful Engineering Test Technician based in Clacton on Sea, Essex, will report to the Engineering Test Manager and play a crucial role in testing, maintaining, and calibrating a wide range of electronic products and equipment to the highest standards, including compliance with UKAS requirements.This hands-on role also supports senior engineers on complex testing and development projects.

Key Responsibilities of the Engineering Test Technician based in Clacton on Sea, Essex,:

• Conduct technical tests and investigations on both new and legacy products using a range of equipment, including: Vector Network Analysers, Oscilloscopes, High Voltage Power Supplies, Digital Multimeters (DMMs), and more.
• Prepare detailed test reports and maintain well-organised test result archives.
• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve test-related issues.
• Perform soldering tasks for cables and connectors and assist with fault diagnosis down to component level.
• Manage the calibration of all departmental test equipment to UKAS standards, including liaising with external calibration providers and maintaining accurate calibration records.

The ideal Engineering Test Technician based in Clacton on Sea, Essex will have:

• A BTEC Level 3, A Levels, or equivalent in an engineering discipline with a focus on electronics.
• Proven experience using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, and network analysers.
• Hands-on experience in electronics fault-finding and test.
• Basic programming experience, ideally with C++ in Visual Studio, for test automation purposes.
• A strong understanding of electronic principles and a practical, problem-solving mindset.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive engineering environment, working on high-performance products used across a wide range of applications.A competitive salary and opportunities for further technical development are offered.

APPLY NOW for the Engineering Test Technician role based in Clacton on Sea, Essex, by sending your CV and cover letter to [e-mail] or call Lewis on 01582878820.