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Electronics Test Development Engineer

The Electronics Group
Posted a day ago, valid for 5 hours
Location

Northampton, Northamptonshire NN68AX, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • We are looking for an Electronics Test Development Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of experience in test development engineering, particularly with automated test equipment.
  • The role involves designing, developing, and implementing advanced testing solutions for electronic systems, as well as creating electronic test fixtures and debugging test programs using LabVIEW and TestStand.
  • Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, and familiarity with standard instrumentation like PXI and LXI instruments is essential.
  • The position offers a competitive salary along with a benefits package that includes participation in a company-wide bonus program.
  • This role emphasizes collaboration and communication, requiring strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously while supporting team members.

Electronics Test Development Engineer

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Electronics Test Development Engineer with expertise in Automated Test Equipment. In this role, you will be instrumental in the design, development, and implementation of cutting-edge testing solutions for advanced electronic systems. You will be focused on the delivery of high-quality, high-reliability test solutions to a wide range of customers with deployments globally.

Key Responsibilities
  • Development: Design and develop automated test solutions tailored to complex electronics systems.
  • Design and develop electronic test fixtures to support functional test applications.
  • Design, write and debug test programs using LabVIEW, TestStand.
  • Commissioning of Test Applications for Customers - either remote or on site at Customer premises.
  • Ability to operate with minimal supervision and with a high level of autonomy.
  • Support others in the team with their personal/professional development.
  • Keep accurate and effective documentation records, as well as tracking project costs to ensure the project is delivered effectively, including costs, time, quality, etc.
  • Provide assistance in the creation of project bids/tenders for new and existing customers.
  • Interact directly with Customers both during the development phases as well as providing outstanding customer service to customers post-delivery during any support.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or Electrical design. HNC/D in Electronic Engineering may be considered in lieu of experience.
  • Proven experience (5+ years) in test development engineering (ideally within Test Development) and knowledge of standard instrumentation, e.g. PXI and LXI instruments.
  • Proficiency in the use of NI software design tools, such as LabVIEW, TestStand, etc. to produce functional test programs.
  • Familiarity with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and logic analysers.
  • Holds (or can gain) security clearance for projects that require such approvals.
  • Full UK (or EU) Driving License
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in custom hardware design.
  • Understanding of statistical analysis methods and tools for test data.
  • Working knowledge of additional programming languages - e.g. Python.
Competencies
  • Excellent problem-solving skills, with a track record of innovative solutions and an ability to do so with complex problems.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities, including verbal and written, to include technical presentation skills. This is both internally and externally.
  • Excellent organisational skills and ability to work on a variety of projects at any one time.
  • A team player and contributor to company-based projects and initiatives.
  • Strong planning and time management skills - meeting time deadlines without compromising on quality.
What We Offer
  • A dynamic and innovative work environment working with the latest development tools.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package, which includes participation in a company-wide bonus programme.
  • Collaborative and inclusive company culture.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.