Test Technician

Concurrent Technologies Plc; Colchester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holidays

Bank holidays

Holiday purchase scheme

Annual profit share bonus

Cycle to work scheme

Home & Tech salary sacrifice

Car salary sacrifice

Death in service benefit

Income protection

Employee assistance programme

Virtual GP

Employee referral scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Pension scheme up to 10% employer

Volunteering day

Private Health Insurance

YuLife wellbeing app

Job summary

Concurrent Technologies Plc in Colchester is seeking a Test Technician to join our production team. You will be responsible for testing our embedded computer products and systems, including final test and bench I/O verification, with responsibilities expanding to light mechanical assembly and thermal testing.

Based at our Colchester site, this full-time role offers a hands-on environment with modern equipment, opportunities to work with Intel processors, and a team dedicated to delivering

Qualifications

• Competent user of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
• Experience using PCs and various operating systems.
• Experience working in a test environment.

Responsibilities

• Configuring and testing systems for final test to ensure delivery to worldwide customers.
• Bench testing of the I/O to the appropriate procedures.
• Light mechanical assembly and thermal testing may be required.

Skills

Microsoft Office

PCs and operating systems

Test environment experience

Tools

DMMs

Oscilloscopes

Job description

We’re building something powerful. Let’s build it together.

We’ve delivered high‑performance embedded computing solutions for four decades across industries including defence, telecoms, and aerospace. We’re proud to be experts in what we do and are looking for a Test Technician to join our brilliant team.

The Role

Reporting to the Test Manager, working alongside our experienced production team, as a Test Technician you will be responsible for the testing of our cutting‑edge embedded computer products and systems.

This role will be based at our Colchester site on a full‑time basis, working 37.5 hours, Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm, and Friday 8am to 12:30pm.

What will I be delivering?

• Configuring and testing systems for final test to ensure successful delivery to our worldwide customers.
• Testing on the bench of the I/O in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
• Other duties may include light mechanical assembly and thermal testing.

What’s in it for me?

• We’re looking for someone passionate about computing, where you’ll have opportunities to work with the latest Intel processors.
• You’ll be working with a great team of individuals delivering critical capability to defence, medical and industrial customers.
• You’ll have opportunities for personal development with training encouraged and provided.
• Be a key contributor to the success of the company by being actively involved in evolving our process and offering amazing customer service to our customers.

What do I need to bring with me?

Demonstrated knowledge and experience

• Competent user of Microsoft Office packages including Word and Excel.
• Use of PCs and their operating systems.
• Experience working in a test environment.

Desired

• Competent use of common test equipment – DMMs, oscilloscopes.
• Experience in fault finding to component level.
• Installation of software both at board and computer level.
• Familiarity with working in an ISO 9001 accredited company.

Benefits for working at Concurrent

• 25 days holidays + bank holidays and holiday purchase scheme.
• Annual profit share bonus.
• Cycle to work, Home & Tech and car salary sacrifice schemes.
• Death in service benefit & income protection.
• Employee assistance programme and virtual GP.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Enhanced parental leave.
• Generous company pension scheme with up to 10% employer contribution.
• One paid volunteering day per year.
• Private Health Insurance through Bupa.
• YuLife wellbeing app.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe in the power of a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome all applications from all suitably qualified people, regardless of race, sex, disability, religion / belief, sexual orientation or age. Please let us know if you require anything which would enable your success throughout our interview process.

Security Clearance

Please be aware that certain roles working for Concurrent will be subject to security and export control restrictions. These specific roles are therefore subject to candidates being able to meet BPSS level pre‑employment screening criteria. For more information and guidance about security requirements please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/united-kingdom-security-vetting-clearance-levels.

GDPR

By applying for this position, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with Concurrent’s Data Protection Policy. We will use your information solely for recruitment purposes and will not share it with third parties without your consent. Your data will be stored securely and retained only as long as necessary for the recruitment process. You have the right to access, rectify, or delete your personal data at any time. For more information on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.