Test Engineer

ESCO Maritime; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

ESCO Maritime Solutions based in Rugeley, Staffordshire is seeking a technically skilled engineer to support the Test Department. You will carry out fault finding and system tests on MOD and commercial electronic products within the Test Department.

The role involves devising test fixtures and procedures, working with Engineering to resolve issues, and producing test documentation while adhering to ESCO values. Some travel to UK locations and abroad may be required.

Qualifications

• Health and safety requirements and legislation awareness.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work well in a team and on own initiative.
• Proactive approach to tasks and problem solving.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management.
• Familiarity with 5S and waste elimination processes.
• Awareness of ESD and PC literacy (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Ensure health and safety legislation and policies are followed in the workplace.
• Test electrical and electronic assemblies to MOD and commercial standards.
• Devise test fixtures, rigs and procedures with Engineering.
• Collaborate with Operations/Engineering to resolve issues.
• Demonstrate equipment performance to customers and reps.
• Produce documentary evidence of test routines.
• Comply with statutory/company rules and procedures.
• Liaise on design changes or rectification with Engineering.
• Operate equipment safely and effectively.
• Demonstrate ESCO values at all times.
• Carry out other reasonable tasks related to the role.

Skills

HSE awareness

Communication

Attention to detail

Deadline driven

Teamwork

Initiative

ISO 9001 2015

ISO 14001 2015

5S / lean

ESD awareness

MS Office

Education

GCSE Maths & English

IPC 620 qualification

Tools

ERP systems (IFS)

Job description

ESCO Maritime Solutions based in Rugeley, Staffordshire is looking to recruit a technically skilled engineer to support our Test Department.
The purpose of the role is to carry out fault finding and system tests on MOD and commercial electronic products within the Test Department.

Key Responsibilities

• To ensure health and safety legislation and policies are adhered to, to ensure a safe and legally compliant working environment.
• Test electrical and electronic assemblies and equipment using standard safe operating procedures to MOD and commercial standards.
• Devise suitable test fixtures, rigs, and procedures in liaison with the Engineering department.
• Work with Operations/Engineering to resolve problems as and when they occur remaining commercially focused.
• Demonstrate equipment performance to customers and representatives.
• Produce documentary evidence of test routines.
• Ensure compliance with statutory/company rules and procedures.
• Liaise with Engineering with regards any design changes or rectification.
• To operate equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Demonstrate and adhere to ESCO values at all times.
• Carry out other reasonable responsibilities and tasks relevant to the position.

Financial Responsibilities

• To complete the job on time within the costing guidelines as advised by Management.

Required Skills & Qualifications required

• Awareness and understanding of Health and Safety requirements and legislation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work to deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, pressurised environment.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to work on own initiative.
• Highly motivated with the ability to take a proactive approach.
• Knowledge of internal and ISO9001; 2015 Quality Management Systems.
• Knowledge of ISO 14001: 2015 Environmental Management.
• Knowledge of 5S continuous improvement and 7W waste elimination processes.
• Awareness of ESD.
• PC literate in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Qualifications

• GCSE Grade C Math’s & English or equivalent.
• IPC 620 qualification or equivalent.

Preferred

• Apprentice trained.
• HNC/HND in Electrical /Electronic Engineering (or a similar discipline) or equivalent or working towards.
• Knowledge of ERP systems (such as IFS).
• IPC 620 qualification or equivalent.

Specialist Training Required/Application Specific Training

• Low voltage training.

Additional Requirements/particular Aptitude/skill Required

• Driving license required with travel to alternative locations in the UK and abroad to undertake occasional off-site activities required.
• Flexibility to work additional hours, including occasional weekends or out of hours, to support customer needs when necessary.

Note: All candidates must meet the security vetting requirements relevant to the role. For reasons of national security, applicants must be British nationals. Dual nationals may be permitted in exceptional circumstances.