Test Development Engineer in Bristol

Energy Jobline CVL; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy job board is seeking a Test Development Engineer to join their dynamic Test Equipment Design Team in Bristol. This role involves contributing to the design, integration, and validation of test system hardware solutions. The ideal candidate will have proven hardware design skills and experience in validating test systems. The position also includes benefits such as performance bonuses and enhanced parental leave, working in a flexible onsite environment.

Benefits

Bonus: Up to £2,500

Up to 21% performance related pay

Pension: Up to 14% contribution

Enhanced parental leave

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Subsidised meals

Free parking

Training and Development

Qualifications

• Proven experience in supporting the design, integration, and validation of test system hardware solutions.
• Knowledge of test needs and techniques in support of product life cycle development.
• Experience in a Defence or safety‑regulated environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design process including design reviews.
• Assist with integration and validation activities.
• Report to the Technical Lead or Equipment Project Manager.

Skills

Skilled Hardware Design Engineers

Experience with Design Proving and performance testing

Document writing skills

Understanding of Environmental and EMC testing

Job description

Overview

Energy Jobline is the largest and fastest growing global Energy Job Board and Energy Hub. We have an audience reach of over 7 million energy professionals and work with leading energy companies worldwide.

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

Working: The role offers flexible working but requires engineers on site for 4/5 days per week at a secure site where SC clearance is needed. This role requires monthly visits to the client’s Hertfordshire site.

Test Development Engineer

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.

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. They will also 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 Requirements

• 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 understanding with some experience of Design Proving and performance testing during development.
• Good 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.
• Enhanced parental leave: Up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
• 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.

Company Details

The company is a multi‑national group, being No 1 in Europe for what they do! With a number of awards and recognitions, and great career progression and opportunities across the business. It has been among the winners of the annual Glassdoor Employees’ Choice Awards, 2022, and most recently receiving three accreditation gold standard awards with Investors in People.

True advocates of ED&CI as an Equal Opportunity Employer! With over 10 networking groups and communities across the business advocating equity, diversity and inclusion.

Application

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