Engineering Test Technician

Redline Group Ltd; Woking; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Essex is looking for an Engineering Test Technician to enhance testing and validation processes of electronic products. The successful candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams, create detailed test procedures, and develop automated test scripts in C++. Key responsibilities include debugging, maintaining test documentation, and supporting production teams. An understanding of electronic engineering and proficiency with testing tools are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Expected to develop an understanding in the field of electronic engineering.
• Learn from peers and senior engineers in technical areas and industry best practices.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineering and cross-functional departments to define product test requirements.
• Create and execute detailed test procedures for electronic products.
• Develop automated test scripts using C++ to enhance efficiency.
• Debug and validate products down to component level.

Skills

Understanding of electronic engineering

Experience with automated test scripts in C++

Proficiency in using oscilloscopes and DMMs

Tools

Visual Studio

Network analysers

Power supplies

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...