Lead Test Engineer — Electro‑Mechanical QA & Improvement

Oxford Instruments GmbH; Severn Beach; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Private healthcare

Share incentive plan

Pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Structured career development

Collaborative environment with work‑l‑

Job summary

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology in Bristol is seeking a Lead Test Engineer to oversee the testing of complex electro‑mechanical systems, ensuring quality and on‑time delivery while mentoring the Final Test Team.

You will drive continuous improvement, lead fault analysis with FRACAS, and collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to optimise processes, safety, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Experience testing and troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong problem-solving and fault-finding abilities.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or engineering environment with defined quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the testing and validation of complex electro-mechanical systems, ensuring products meet quality, performance, and delivery targets.
• Ensure all testing activities are carried out in accordance with approved procedures and documentation requirements.
• Act as a technical lead within the Test Team, supporting colleagues and maintaining smooth departmental operations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, increase efficiency, and reduce manufacturing costs.
• Utilise FRACAS and fault reporting systems to capture, analyse, and resolve product issues.
• Promote best practices in Health & Safety, quality standards, cleanliness, and 5S principles.
• Support customer acceptance testing and act as a key point of contact during customer visits.
• Work collaboratively with Manufacturing Engineering and other departments to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Provide input and support for site installations and system commissioning activities when required.
• Deputise for the Test Team Leader when necessary to ensure the effective operation of the department.

Skills

Electro-mechanical testing

Fault-finding

Communication

Team collaboration

IT literacy

Education

HNC in Engineering

HND in Engineering

Tools

FRACAS

Job description

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology in Bristol is seeking a Lead Test Engineer to oversee the testing of complex electro‑mechanical systems, ensuring quality and on‑time delivery while mentoring the Final Test Team.

You will drive continuous improvement, lead fault analysis with FRACAS, and collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering to optimise processes, safety, and regulatory standards.