Test Solutions Engineer — Automate ATE & NPI Excellence

Oxford Instruments Plc; West of England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Share incentive plan

Defined contribution pension scheme

Flexible benefits package

Structured career development

Excellent work-life balance

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Early finish on Fridays

Job summary

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology in Bristol is seeking a Test Solutions Engineer to design, develop, and maintain Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) for cutting-edge semiconductor and quantum technologies.

You will lead testing automation, train engineers, and collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to define test requirements and improve reliability. This permanent, on-site role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• HNC in Electronics, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience with high-frequency RF matching and signal processing is essential.
• Programming and software development experience needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead the specification, development, commissioning, and maintenance of Automatic Test Equipment (ATE).
• Design and manufacture control systems, including software solutions, for test equipment.
• Create and maintain schematics, assembly drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve test methods, schedules, and procedures.
• Train and certify Test Engineers in the effective use of test equipment and field/test failures, identifying improvements to prevent recurring issues.
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities through practical testing and validation of first‑article components.
• Work closely with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to define critical product test requirements.
• Drive the implementation of robust, cost‑effective test solutions throughout the supply chain.
• Conduct performance studies, accelerated life testing, and product comparisons to support future product development and obsolescence planning.
• Maintain test data and use insights to improve diagnostics, performance analysis, and reliability.

Skills

Hands-on electronics

RF matching

Signal processing

Programming

AutoCAD

Fault-finding

Communication

Education

HNC in Electronics

Degree-level engineering qualification

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology in Bristol is seeking a Test Solutions Engineer to design, develop, and maintain Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) for cutting-edge semiconductor and quantum technologies.

You will lead testing automation, train engineers, and collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing to define test requirements and improve reliability. This permanent, on-site role offers a competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for career development.