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Job Title: Electrical Test Engineer

Location: Avonmouth

Salary: £33,000 - £39,000 + 20% shift allowance (£39,600 - £46,800)

Shifts: Rotating shift pattern (Early & Afternoon shifts)

About the Company:

My client is a leading technology and engineering company that provides cutting-edge tools for the development of micro- and nano-structures. Their process solutions are essential in the research and production of materials and semiconductors used in a wide range of industries, including medical devices, electric vehicles, and quantum computing. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a skilled Test Engineer to join their dynamic team.

The Opportunity:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Test Team as a Test Engineer, where you will be responsible for delivering fully tested high-tech, innovative products. You will work on some of the most complex system configurations and play a crucial role in ensuring product quality and functionality. A strong engineering background, coupled with technical expertise, is essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct full system testing to ensure product functionality, following test procedures strictly.

Take ownership of allocated products and proactively resolve any issues that arise.

Ensure test documentation is accurately completed and supports test results.

Consistently meet target times for product testing.

Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce test time and enhance efficiency.

Drive improved product quality through accurate data capture and fault reporting (FRACAS).

Work closely with the Test Team Leader to ensure on-time delivery against the manufacturing plan.

Promote and maintain 5S principles and cleanliness within the test department.

Support customer pre-acceptance visits and assist with system installation/commissioning when required.

About You:

Time-served Electrical Apprenticeship or City & Guilds Level 3 / HNC / HND / BTech Level 3 in Electrical Engineering.

Strong ability to follow test procedures and accurately report test results.

Experience in fault diagnosis to component level.

Understanding of quality control and Health & Safety protocols in test environments.

Problem-solving skills with the ability to analyse issues and provide solutions.

IT literate and comfortable working with digital reporting tools.

A self-motivated team player with excellent communication skills.

High level of customer focus and ability to adapt to business needs.

Willingness to travel occasionally when required.

Shift Pattern:

Employees will work on a rotating shift basis, with shifts structured as follows:

Early Shift:

Monday to Thursday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Friday: 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Afternoon Shift:

Monday to Thursday: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Friday: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Employees are entitled to a 30-minute unpaid meal break and two 15-minute refreshment breaks. Half of the lunch break is paid, reducing total on-site time to 8 hours per shift.

Benefits:

25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.

Private healthcare.

Share incentive plan.

Defined contribution Group Personal Pension Plan.

Half-days on Fridays.

Flexible benefits package tailored to individual needs.

How to Apply:

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