Marine Technician or Engineer

TUV SUD Limited; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Company Car/Car Allowance

Private Medical Insurance

Group Personal Pension Plan

Job summary

TÜV SÜD Limited in the United Kingdom is seeking a Wireless Test Technician to contribute to providing a wireless testing service. You'll conduct testing on radars, Emergency Radio Beacons, AIS and digital interfaces after initial training, and assist in developing test plans with customers.

The role requires hands-on RF testing with spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators and RF power meters, plus documentation of results and reports in line with quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience using RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscope, signal generators and RF power meters.
• Educated to Level 3 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Engineering experience in a test-based role.

Responsibilities

• Test radar and Emergency Radio Beacons to COSPAS SARSAT / RTCM / IEC / EN test standards within chambers and labs.
• Record test results and produce test reports per quality procedures.
• Collaborate with Project Manager and customer to provide technical support and meet timescales.
• Offsite testing as required.

Skills

RF testing experience

Independent worker

Willing to learn

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Tools

Spectrum Analyzer

Oscilloscope

Signal Generator

RF Power Meter

Job description

Working as part of a team of Wireless Test Technician and Engineers, (after a period of training) you will contribute to the provision of a Wireless testing service, specifically performing testing on radars, Emergency Radio Beacons, AIS and digital interfaces.

Duties and Responsibilities - What will you be doing?

• Testing of radar and Emergency Radio Beacons to COSPAS SARSAT / RTCM / IEC / EN test standards both within the chambers and radio test laboratories at Octagon House, or; Testing of AIS and other marine products using protocol & digital interface techniques.
• Recording test results using various electronic logbook systems and production of test reports, following company quality procedures.
• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the applicable regulatory requirements or defined Test Plan supplied by the customer, assisting with the development of test plans with the customer as necessary.
• Close liaison with the Project Manager and/or customer, to provide technical support and ensure work is carried out accurately and within the timescales allowed.
• Adhoc delivery of offsite testing as required.

What are we looking for?

Essential Criteria:

• Experience of using RF test equipment such as spectrum/network analyser, oscilloscope, signal generator, RF power meter etc.
• Educated to Level 3 in Electrical and Electronic Engineering or be able to demonstrate equivalent and relevant experience.
• Engineering experience in a test based role
• Ability to work independently and be proactive
• A desire to learn new skills and willing to understand new disciplines

Desirable Criteria:

• An understanding of the requirements of the COSPAS SARSAT / RTCM / IEC / EN standards.
• A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel to customer sites or offsite locations
• Experience performing RF accredited testing.
• Knowledge of Emergency Beacon functionality and the certification requirements.
• Ability to work on various shift patterns

Further Information:

TÜV SÜD in the UK offers a competitive salary and benefits package that includes a minimum of 33 days holiday entitlement (for full‑time employees, including public holidays), a contributory Group Personal Pension Plan and a non‑contributory Group Life Assurance Scheme. We also offer various Salary Exchange/Sacrifice schemes (buying/selling holiday, cycle to work scheme, pensions), incentive schemes and comprehensive wellbeing support (Employee Assistance Programme, Dental Scheme and Occupational Health services). Dependent on their role, employees may also be eligible for hybrid/permanent home‑working, a Company Car/Car Allowance and Private Medical Insurance