Test Development Engineer

Matchtech; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bolton is seeking a Test Development Engineer to support the design, integration, and validation of test system hardware solutions. The role offers flexible working with onsite requirements, allowing you to lead on projects in a dynamic team. Applicants must have relevant experience in hardware design and testing, particularly in regulated industries. Join a company that values equity, diversity, and inclusion, offering excellent career development opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus up to £2,500

Up to 14% pension contribution

Enhanced parental leave

Flexi leave with up to 15 additional days

On-site subsidised meals

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting hardware design integration and validation.
• Knowledge of product life cycle development and testing techniques.
• Experience in a Defence or safety-regulated environment is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the design process and contribute to design reviews.
• Assist with integration and validation activities.
• Lead on packages of work and manage deliveries.

Skills

Hardware Design Experience

Test System Integration and Validation

Document Writing Skills

Understanding of Environmental Testing

Knowledge of Test Techniques

Job description

Important Details

All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and must hold British Nationality as their sole / primary nationality.

Working: The role offers flexible working but does require engineers on site for 4/5 days per week and is on a secure site where SC clearance is needed. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Test Development Engineer to contribute to the design, integration and validation of test system hardware solutions, joining our highly skilled and dynamic Test Equipment Design Team.

Responsibilities

The Test Development Engineer will support the design process at all stages, including contribution to design reviews, answering manufacturing queries, performing risk deduction activities, assisting with integration and validation activities, and reporting to the Technical Lead or Equipment Project Manager.

The Test Development Engineer will have the opportunity to lead on packages of work and manage deliveries that contribute to the overall solution.

This role operates in an international environment, presenting a fantastic opportunity to broaden your expertise and play a crucial role in the delivery of the client's products.

Skill and Experience

• Skilled Hardware Design Engineers with proven experience to support the design, integration and validation of test system hardware solutions.
• Knowledge of test needs and techniques in support of product life cycle development.
• Good level of understanding with some experience of Design Proving and performance testing during development.
• Good level of understanding with some experience of Environmental and EMC testing during qualification.
• Strong document writing skills associated with Test Equipment hardware design needs.

Desirable Experience

• Experience in the Defence or safety-regulated environment would be advantageous.
• Experience in the Naval / Maritime domain would be advantageous.
• Experience of managing small packages of work is highly desirable.
• Even if you feel like you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to reach out and apply.

Company Benefits

• Bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on performance). Up to 21% (based on performance).
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution.
• Parental Leave: Enhanced parental, maternity, and shared parental leave.
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days.
• Facilities: On-site perks like subsidised meals and free parking.
• Training and Development: Excellent opportunities for career progression and skill development.

True advocates of ED&I as an Equal Opportunity Employer! With over 10 Networking groups and communities across the business advocating Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.

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