Test Solutions And Development - Electromechanical/Electronic

Recruitment Solutions Workforce Ltd; Newbridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

7.5% pension

Death in Service (6x salary)

Private healthcare

Early finish Fridays

Job summary

Recruitment Solutions Workforce Ltd in Newbridge, South Wales seeks a Test Solutions and Development Specialist to lead the design, development, and deployment of innovative test solutions in an electromechanical manufacturing environment. This strategic, hands-on role requires collaboration with customers and driving efficiency, quality and profitability across all test operations.

The ideal candidate will have an HNC in Electromechanical or Electronic Engineering, strong experience in SMT and

Qualifications

• HNC (or equivalent) in Electromechanical or Electronic Engineering.
• Strong experience in electronic manufacturing (SMT, through-hole, assembly, test).
• Proven track record of process improvement and efficiency gains.
• Excellent communication skills with customers and suppliers.
• Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement optimised test strategies for new and existing customers.
• Work closely with customers to understand technical requirements and future roadmaps.
• Create or enhance test specifications to meet evolving needs.
• Drive revenue by promoting and delivering test solution services.
• Lead improvements in test processes, cost efficiency, and performance.
• Evaluate and introduce new and emerging test technologies.
• Collaborate with the Production Test Manager to strengthen overall test capability.
• Manage, mentor, and develop test teams to meet business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Electromechanical Engineering

Electronic manufacturing

Process improvement

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

HNC in Electromechanical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

Test Solutions and Development Specialist

Applicants seeking to transition into their first management role are encouraged to apply.

Location: Newbridge, South Wales

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Test Solutions & Development Manager to lead the design, development, and deployment of innovative test solutions within a fast-paced electromechanical/electronic manufacturing environment. This is a strategic and hands‑on role where you will collaborate with customers, shape future test capabilities, and drive efficiency, quality, and profitability across all test operations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Develop and implement optimised test strategies for new and existing customers
• Work closely with customers to understand technical requirements and future roadmaps
• Create or enhance test specifications to meet evolving needs
• Drive revenue by promoting and delivering test solution services
• Lead improvements in test processes, cost efficiency, and performance
• Evaluate and introduce new and emerging test technologies
• Collaborate with the Production Test Manager to strengthen overall test capability
• Manage, mentor, and develop test teams to meet business objectives
• Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and environmental standards

Key Outcomes

• Delivery of fully documented and effective test strategies for all customers
• 100% on‑time delivery against agreed specifications
• Profitable test solutions through cost reduction and waste elimination
• High levels of customer satisfaction and long‑term capability growth

What We’re Looking For

• HNC (or equivalent) in Electromechanical or Electronic Engineering
• Strong experience in electronic manufacturing (SMT, through‑hole, assembly, test)
• Proven track record of process improvement and efficiency gains
• Excellent communication skills with customers and suppliers
• Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop teams

What’s in It for You

• Competitive salary package
• 7.5% pension contribution
• Death in Service (6x salary)
• Private healthcare (including partner and dependants)
• Early finish every Friday