Test Technician

Panasonic Automotive Systems Europe; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive technology company in Cardiff is seeking a Test Technician to perform rigorous testing on Toughbook products. You will ensure compliance, safety, and performance through various technical tests. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in a similar role, excellent attention to detail, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. This position offers competitive salary and benefits, with flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Life assurance (4x salary)

Private medical and dental schemes

Employee assistance and wellbeing programs

Staff discounts on Panasonic products

Paid volunteer days

Training courses

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role within manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Ability to produce accurate and clear technical reports.
• Full driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform environmental, mechanical, and electrical tests on products.
• Record and interpret test results.
• Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment and systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Technical reporting

Basic Microsoft Office

Job description

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Role Overview

As the Test Technician, you will be responsible for all testing activities, including CDS (Custom Design Solutions) and Partner Development Projects on our Toughbook products.

Our Toughbooks are a range of rugged laptops and tablets designed to perform in the toughest conditions, and we are proud to be market leaders in this field.

You will need to use and maintain technical equipment to conduct Toughbook testing on both in-house designs and partner solutions.

How you will become part of the bigger picture..

As part of our team, you will:

1. Use technical equipment to test products for performance, compliance, and safety:
   • Environmental tests (high, low, shock temperature tests; humidity tests; etc.)
   • Mechanical tests (vibration, drop, shock, cycle tests, etc.)
   • Electrical tests (EMC, EMI, etc.)
2. Record and interpret test results
3. Coordinate with external test partners when required
4. Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain equipment and systems
5. Set up Part and Model Numbers
6. Ship items as required
7. Occasionally support production activities (building units, etc.)
8. Continuously develop personal skills following Panasonic Leadership Principles

What you will bring to the picture..

• Experience in a similar role within manufacturing or engineering environment (desired minimum 1 year)
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficiency with basic Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to produce accurate and clear technical reports
• Strong communication skills for dealing with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and management
• Full driving license required

What would give you the edge..

• Familiarity with automated production machinery and testing on such equipment
• Previous experience with technical reporting in product testing
• Knowledge of Toughbook products and ecosystem
• High self-motivation, optimism, and determination
• Strong judgment and problem-solving skills

What does our big picture look like?

Every day, people worldwide turn to Panasonic to make their lives simpler, more enjoyable, productive, and secure. With over a century of commitment to improving lives and making the world better, we focus on collaboration, innovation, and sustainability.

We value diversity and aim to be a more inclusive company, attracting the best talent regardless of differences.

+What we offer:

Terms and Benefits:

• Contract Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: Cardiff, UK
• Travel required, sometimes at short notice
• Flexible working arrangements

Salary and Leave:

• Competitive salary
• Annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service

Benefits include:

• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Private medical and dental schemes
• Employee assistance and wellbeing programs
• Staff discounts on Panasonic products
• Paid volunteer days
• Training courses

Additional information:

• Start date: ASAP
• Workplace adjustments available
• Must have the right to work; no sponsorship provided