Test Technician

Pertemps; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An internationally renowned engineering organization in Chippenham is seeking a Test Engineer – Production Support. The role involves providing technical support for electronic production testing, developing test methods, and maintaining test documentation. Ideal candidates should have degree-level qualifications in engineering, at least 3 years of experience, and proficiency in problem-solving and troubleshooting technical issues. This long-term contract offers negotiable pay based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience in test or development; 5+ years preferred.
• Hands-on experience with electrical and electronic systems, including soldering.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for electronic production testing activities.
• Develop and maintain test methods, procedures, and documentation.
• Produce detailed test reports and present findings to project teams.

Skills

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Interpreting test standards

Technical support for electronic testing

Education

Degree in engineering or equivalent practical experience

Tools

DMMs

Oscilloscopes

NI analysers

Job description

Job Title: Test Engineer – Production Support & Test

Location: Chippenham

Contract Type: Long-Term Ongoing Contract

Pay Rate: Negotiable – Dependent on Experience

Start Date: ASAP (following successful interview)

Pertemps is recruiting on behalf of an internationally renowned engineering organisation for a Test Engineer – Production Support & In-Circuit Test to join their Test Engineering team in Chippenham.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Test Engineering Team Lead, the Test Engineer will provide technical support for electronic production testing, including ICT and Flying Probe platforms. The role involves developing and maintaining test methods, writing and interpreting test documentation, supporting legacy test equipment, and implementing updates to test processes in line with product changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for electronic production testing activities
• Support In-Circuit Test (ICT) platforms, including Teradyne and Takaya Flying Probe systems
• Operate, commission, and maintain production test equipment
• Introduce new tests into the production environment
• Develop test methods, procedures, and documentation
• Train production technicians in test equipment operation and best practice
• Liaise with internal departments, customers, and external test facilities
• Investigate failed or fatigued components, carrying out root cause analysis
• Produce detailed test reports and present findings to project teams
• Provide regular progress updates to project teams and the Engineering Manager
• Undertake additional duties as required by the Engineering Manager

About You

• Degree-level qualification in an engineering discipline or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in test or development (5+ years preferred)
• Strong ability to interpret test standards, customer requirements, and internal specifications
• Practical knowledge of test, measurement, and data acquisition equipment, including:
• DMMs
• Oscilloscopes
• NI analysers
• Hands‑on experience with electrical and electronic systems, including component‑level work and soldering
• Strong problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

• Knowledge of programming languages (e.g. C++ for ICT)
• Experience using LabVIEW
• Familiarity with instrumentation and data acquisition systems
• Knowledge of automotive, railway, IEC, and BS standards
• Understanding of IPC manufacturing standards

For more information, please click Apply, or contact PertempsBristol on 0117 929 44 22 option 3.