Software & Hardware Test Engineer

Syntech Recruitment Ltd; Yateley; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Software/Hardware Test Engineer to develop and deliver automated test systems for power electronics applications. The ideal candidate should have strong coding skills in C/C++, Python, and LabVIEW, and a solid background in automated testing. Responsibilities include collaborating with hardware and software teams, producing technical documentation, and traveling for commissioning support across the UK and Europe. This full-time role offers a salary between £45,000 and £53,000, along with competitive benefits.

Benefits

33 days holiday per year

Pension scheme

Private Medical & Healthcare

Qualifications

• Solid background in automated test development within engineering.
• Strong coding experience in C/C++, Python, and LabVIEW.
• Understanding of DC/AC power systems and programmable loads.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver automated test systems for power electronics applications.
• Collaborate with teams on end-to-end solution development.
• Produce technical documentation including test procedures.

Skills

Automated test development

C/C++ programming

Python development

LabVIEW proficiency

Regulated engineering environments

TestStand knowledge

Tools

TestStand

LabVIEW

Python

Job description

Software/Hardware Test Engineer

Salary: £45,000 - £53,000 DOE

Location: Yateley, Hampshire

Hours: Full-Time | 8‑Hour Standard Day Shift

Benefits: 33 days holiday per year (inc BH) + Pension scheme + Private Medical & Healthcare

Our client is a global provider of automated power test solutions supporting mission‑critical sectors such as aerospace, defence, automotive, medical, and renewable energy. They engineer modular and scalable automated test equipment (ATE) that integrates programmable power systems with intelligent test automation software. Their platforms are deployed across global OEM and Tier 1 environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver automated test systems for power electronics applications
• Build and maintain test sequences using LabVIEW, Python, TestStand, or equivalent tools
• Integrate DC/AC power supplies, electronic loads, and instrumentation via PXI, LXI, GPIB, Ethernet
• Collaborate with hardware, software, and field teams on end‑to‑end solution development
• Configure test racks, troubleshoot integration issues, and support on‑site installations
• Produce technical documentation including test procedures, wiring schematics, and system manuals
• Travel to customer sites across the UK and Europe for system commissioning and support

Requirements

• Solid background in automated test development within an engineering or electronics context
• Strong coding experience in C/C++, Python, and LabVIEW
• Proficient with TestStand and/or proprietary test executive platforms
• Understanding of DC/AC power systems, programmable supplies, and loads
• Familiar with modular instrumentation (PXI, GPIB, LXI) and automation interfaces
• Comfortable in regulated, high‑integrity engineering environments

Desirable (Not Essential)

• Exposure to real‑time, embedded, or FPGA‑based test systems
• Experience delivering or supporting field systems in aerospace/defence/automotive sectors
• Knowledge of compliance, calibration, or verification procedures

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