Hardware Test Engineer

KO2 Embedded Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the design and development of cutting-edge electronic solutions is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer in Manchester. The role involves hands-on testing of bespoke hardware systems, ensuring reliability and performance. With a competitive salary of up to £45,000 and a hybrid working arrangement, this is a fantastic opportunity for candidates passionate about technology and solving technical challenges.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology

Friendly and supportive team environment

Career progression and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in manual testing of electronic hardware.
• Strong understanding of hardware debugging and fault-finding.
• Ability to interpret schematics and technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manual test procedures for hardware systems.
• Work closely with design teams to identify and resolve issues.
• Maintain test documentation to support product validation.

Skills

Hardware debugging

Fault-finding

Manual testing

Collaborative mindset

Excellent communication

Tools

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Signal generator

Job description

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Hardware Test Engineer

Manchester | Up to £45,000 | Hybrid WFH – 2 Days from Home a Week

KO2’s client, an industry leader in the design and development of cutting-edge automated electronic and software solutions, is looking to hire a Hardware Test Engineer to join their highly skilled engineering team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a diverse range of innovative products used across industrial, commercial, and high-tech sectors. You'll be responsible for hands-on testing of bespoke hardware systems, ensuring high standards of reliability and performance before deployment.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and execute manual test procedures for hardware systems and components
• Work closely with design and development teams to identify and resolve issues
• Maintain test documentation and reports to support product validation
• Support compliance and certification processes
• Contribute to continuous improvements in test strategies and hardware verification

What You’ll Need:

• Proven experience in manual testing of electronic hardware
• Strong understanding of hardware debugging, fault-finding and validation
• Ability to interpret schematics, technical drawings, and datasheets
• Application software and device level testing experience
• Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, and signal generators
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset

Bonus Points For:

• A broad understanding of electronics including the ability to read circuit diagrams.
• Exposure to EMC, CE, or safety compliance testing
• Experience with firmware or embedded level software testing.

What’s On Offer:

• Salary up to £45,000
• Flexible hybrid working – 3 days on-site in Manchester, 2 days from home
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge, real-world technology
• Friendly and supportive team environment
• Career progression and training opportunities

Join a forward-thinking company at the forefront of electronics innovation. If you're passionate about hardware and thrive on solving technical challenges, this is the role for you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Industries

  Computers and Electronics Manufacturing and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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