Lead Test Development Engineer

GE Vernova; Stafford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

GE Vernova in Stafford, UK is seeking a Lead Test Electronic Solutions Development Engineer to design, develop, and improve production test solutions for module, product, and high‑voltage applications. This is a hands‑on role combining hardware and software test development.

You will support manufacturing, work with outsourcing partners, and help ensure safety, reliability and quality of tests before customer delivery, with travel to overseas sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Experience in a similar environment and knowledge of the electrical transmission/distribution industry.
• Experience developing module and product test solutions and using LabVIEW.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, cost‑effective production test solutions.
• Develop test systems for module, product, and high‑voltage testing.
• Create test solutions using hardware and software.
• Carry out design for test evaluations and prepare reports.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, including fault finding and debugging.
• Collaborate with outsourcing partners to progress test system designs.
• Manage solution development through planning, commissioning, risk assessment, and handover.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation: operating instructions, support, technical files, training materials.
• Support operator training and ensure effective use of test equipment and processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test engineering processes and standards.
• Ensure tests meet safety/environmental requirements, including PUWER.

Skills

LabVIEW

Embedded software

Design for test

Test equipment

Electrical circuitry

Safety-critical

Communication skills

Autonomous work

Design for manufacture

WEEE/RoHS/REACH

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Electrical Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

Electrical CAD tools

Mechanical CAD packages

Job description

We are looking for a Lead Test Electronic Solutions Development Engineer to design, develop, and improve production test solutions for module, product, and high‑voltage applications. This is a hands‑on role where you will help ensure our products are tested safely, efficiently, and reliably before they reach customers.

You will work across hardware and software test development, support manufacturing and outsourcing partners, and play a key part in solving production issues and improving test processes.

This role offers the opportunity to work on safety‑critical products, collaborate with teams across R&D, Industrialisation, Quality, Sourcing, and external partners, and contribute directly to product quality and manufacturing performance.

The role will be based in Stafford UK, but may involve some overseas travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, cost‑effective production test solutions
• Develop test systems for module, product, and high‑voltage testing
• Create test solutions using both hardware and software
• Carry out design for test evaluations and prepare reports
• Provide technical support to manufacturing, including hands‑on fault finding and debug
• Work with outsourcing partners and test solution providers to progress test system designs
• Manage solution development through planning, commissioning, risk assessment, and handover
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including:
  • Operating instructions
  • Support documentation
  • Technical files
  • Training materials
• Support operator training and ensure effective use of test equipment and processes
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of test engineering processes and standards
• Ensure test solutions meet relevant safety and environmental requirements, including PUWER
• Support internal audits and help maintain compliance with documented procedures
• Help resolve production issues affecting existing product ranges
• Manage spares and support the ongoing reliability of test equipment

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with solid experience across the full test engineering development lifecycle, who can work independently and as part of a wider team.

Essential Experience And Skills

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
• Significant experience in a similar environment
• Knowledge of the electrical transmission and distribution industry
• Experience developing module and product test solutions
• Strong knowledge of LabVIEW
• Experience with embedded software development
• Ability to work with standard and bespoke hardware/software test equipment
• Good knowledge of electronic circuitry
• Experience supporting safety‑critical applications
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills
• High attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
• Self‑motivated and able to work autonomously
• Familiarity with design for manufacture and design for test principles
• Knowledge of WEEE, RoHS, and REACH legislation

Desirable Experience

• Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)
• Mechanical CAD packages and drawing creation and electrical CAD tools

Personal Attributes

• Strong organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Fluent in English
• Able to train others in equipment use and process techniques

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a team where your work has a direct impact on product quality, manufacturing performance, and customer reliability. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging systems, improve how products are tested, and collaborate with experts across engineering and operations.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non‑EU/EEA candidates may not be appointed to a post if a suitably qualified, experienced and skilled EU/EEA candidate is available to take up the post, as the employing body is unlikely, in these circumstances, to satisfy the Resident Labour Market Test. For further information please visit the http://www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/visas-immigration/working - UK Border Agency website.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No