Senior Electronics Test Engineer

Zenovo; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Senior Electronics Test Engineer. You will define and deliver effective test strategies for complex electronic hardware while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. This role demands expertise in both analogue and digital electronics, proficiency with test equipment, and experience in developing automated testing solutions using tools like LabVIEW or Python. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and a degree in Electronics Engineering.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in an electronics test position.
• Strong understanding of embedded systems.
• Understanding of EMI/EMC standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and create custom test fixtures.
• Lead debugging and root cause analysis.
• Develop and maintain test plans for electronic assemblies.

Skills

Test and measurement equipment proficiency

Analogue and digital electronics understanding

Communication skills

Python experience

LabVIEW experience

Education

Degree in Electronics Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Oscilloscope

Logic analyser

Power meter

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Electronics Test Engineer

Location: Greater Manchester

Salary: Up to £65k (depending on experience)

We"re looking for an experienced Electronics Test Engineer to take ownership of defining and delivering effective test approaches for complex electronic hardware. This role is central to maintaining high standards of performance, reliability, and product quality through comprehensive verification and validation work. The position is highly hands-on, involving day-to-day collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams.

About the role

• Design and create custom test fixtures and automated solutions to support R&D, production, and field validation.
• Lead debugging and root cause analysis of complex hardware issues.
• Develop, apply, and maintain test plans and setups for electronic assemblies and systems.
• Collaborate with hardware and firmware engineers to influence a Design for Test (DfT) approach.
• Analyse test data to identify performance trends, failure modes, and areas for design improvement.
• Liaise with external suppliers to review specifications, integration approaches, and quality requirements.
• Produce accurate technical documentation, including test reports, procedures, failure analyses, and coverage metrics.
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior engineers and technicians on test methodologies and equipment usage.

About you

• Degree in Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5+ years experience in an electronics test position.
• Proficiency with test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and power meters.
• Experience developing automated test solutions using tools such as LabVIEW, Python, or MATLAB.
• Strong understanding of analogue and digital electronics and embedded systems.
• Understanding of EMI/EMC standards and considerations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Please note, we cannot offer sponsorship for the role. If interested, please send over an updated CV.