Test Engineer

Vantage Consulting Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Test Engineer to design and implement testing processes for hardware and software. Ideal candidates will have an engineering degree, strong programming skills, and a hands-on approach to testing. You will be responsible for creating test plans, troubleshooting issues, and collaborating with the management team to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years in a similar Test Engineer role.
• Experience with script and logic programming.
• Familiarity with motion control and servo drives advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement test hardware and software.
• Create testing plans, reports, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot and analyze testing issues.

Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Programming (Script/Logic)

Analytical Thinking

Teamwork

Education

Engineering degree or similar

Apprenticeship in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ePlan

Job description

JOB PURPOSE: As our Test Engineer, you will design, create and implement test hardware and software to fulfil customer specifications and recommendations. You will research suitable solutions and estimate costs and timescales as well as report progress of all assigned tasks to the Project Leader and Management Team.
MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Create manual and automated test boxes, and cable sets along with technical documentation.

Produce electrical schematics and drawings.

Create and complete testing plans and reports.

Troubleshoot and analyse issues that arise during testing.

Take responsibility for product testing at external test facilities.
In addition, undertake any other duty or responsibility that may reasonably be allocated by the Engineering and R&D Manager or Technical Director.

EXPERIENCE
An apprenticeship with further education or an engineering degree or similar is essential. You'll be proficient in the use of IT Systems and you will be adept at making electrical wiring and cable diagrams. Familiarity with Software Programming is also required. If you have Circuit PCB design, this would be advantageous. Being a technical role, there will be the expectation to be hands on so previous hands on experience would also be advantageous.
Our ideal Test Engineer will be commercially aware with the ability to communicate with clients, colleagues and management to explain complex issues clearly and concisely. You'll have a logical, analytical and creative approach to problems.
Required

Minimum 3+ years in a similar Test Engineer role

Script programming

Logic programming

Use of AutoCAD, ePlan or similar for design of control panels and wiring diagrams
Advantageous

Motion Control

Servo Drives

Arduino

SKILLS & BEHAVIOURS:

Excellent communication skills

The ability to work both in a team and independently

Able to plan and organise your own workload

Professional telephone manner

Positive, can do attitude

Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise work effectively

Excellent work ethic & Attendance

Proficient in all aspects of Microsoft Office

Flexible and the willingness to travel

Job Info

Job Title:

Company:

Vantage Consulting Ltd

Location:

Warrington, Cheshire

Posted:

Closes:

Jul 4th 2025

Sector:

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time

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