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Meritus are recruiting on the behalf of a prestigious Defence organisation who are looking for a Test Equipment Design Engineer
TEST EQUIPMENT DESIGN ENGINEER - 6 MONTHS INITIALLY (WILL EXTEND) - 50% ONSITE REQUIREMENT - MUST BE ELIGIBLE FOR SC - 50PH
Role Description
You will join the Test Equipment Centre of Excellence, a collaborative group within the Electronic Engineering Directorate. This team shapes the test hardware used to validate some of the most advanced products in the business. You'll be surrounded by experts, given the space to grow your skills, and trusted to make a real impact on projects that matter.
What you'll be doing
Designing and developing test system hardware that underpins product validation
Defining specifications, test approaches and diagnostic processes to raise the bar in quality
Leading design appraisals, ensuring solutions meet technical and industry standards
Supporting environmental, EMC and performance testing during development and qualification
Documenting designs and producing in-service support material
Contributing to investigations, proposals and bids for new business opportunities
Taking ownership of work packages, including planning, risk management and reporting
Supporting and mentoring less experienced engineers while building your leadership profile
What you'll bring
Strong background in hardware design and test equipment engineering
Proven experience integrating and validating test system hardware solutions
Knowledge of product life cycle testing methods, from design proving to performance validation
Experience in EMC and environmental testing within development or qualification programmes
Excellent technical documentation skills
Experience managing work packages or small teams is highly desirable
What's in it for you
Work on diverse and technically challenging projects that keep your skills sharp
Be part of a respected centre of excellence where collaboration and innovation thrive
Grow your leadership skills through mentoring opportunities and responsibility for work packages
Competitive salary, excellent benefits and hybrid working options for better work-life balance
