Senior Electronics Test Engineer

Cooper Lomaz; Colchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology recruitment firm is looking for a Senior Electronics Test Engineer based in Colchester. The successful applicant will lead complex testing tasks to ensure products meet specifications, manage multiple projects, and support fellow engineers. Candidates should have a degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering and a solid knowledge of analogue and digital electronics. A strong background in testing and programming in C++ is essential for this role, which includes troubleshooting and mentoring responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering.
• Strong background in electronics testing.
• Solid knowledge of both analogue and digital electronics.

Responsibilities

• Carry out in-depth testing on new and legacy electronic products.
• Lead complex test projects collaborating with teams across locations.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical problems independently.
• Develop C++ applications for supporting engineering and production testing.

Skills

Strong understanding of analogue and digital electronics

Confident programming in C++

Skilled in using test equipment

Able to coach and mentor others

Adaptable and flexible working style

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Signal generators

Logic analysers

Job description

Senior Electronics Test Engineer
Location: Colchester
Salary: £35k-£50k

We’re looking for a Senior Electronics Test Engineer to take the lead on complex testing tasks and ensure new products meet required specifications before release. You’ll run detailed tests on new and existing electronic modules, manage multiple projects, and support and guide other engineers and technicians when needed.

Main Responsibilities

• Carry out in-depth testing on new and legacy electronic products.
• Lead complex test projects and collaborate with teams across different locations.
• Troubleshoot and solve technical problems independently.
• Develop C++ applications to support engineering and production testing.

What You’ll Need

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic/Electrical Engineering.
• Experience: Strong background in electronics testing.
• Expertise: Solid knowledge of both analogue and digital electronics.

Bonus (Not Essential)

• Degree in a related engineering field.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong understanding of analogue and digital electronics, including circuit analysis, signal processing, and debugging.
• Confident programming in C++ (or similar), ideally for automated test systems.
• Skilled in using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, signal generators, and logic analysers.
• Able to coach and mentor others.
• Adaptable, approachable, and flexible in your working style.

If you’re an experienced electronics engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and leading technical work, we’d love to hear from you.