Production Test Engineer – NPI
Location: Blackbushe
The Opportunity
We’re working with a leading engineering organisation developing advanced underwater acoustic and sensing technologies, seeking a Production Test Engineer to join their New Product Introduction (NPI) team. This is a hands-on role focused on bringing new electronic products into production, ensuring robust, efficient, and scalable test solutions.
You’ll play a key role in bridging design and manufacturing, helping to deliver high-quality products through well-engineered test systems and processes.
Key Responsibilities
* Design and develop electronic test jigs and production test equipment
* Support bring-up, validation, and verification of new PCB assemblies
* Develop both automated and manual test solutions to improve production efficiency
* Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to ensure design for testability
* Create technical documentation, specifications, and test procedures
* Manage configuration and version control of test systems
* Support fault-finding and debugging across hardware and software systems
* Contribute to project estimation and planning activities
* Mentor and support colleagues within the team
* Support test equipment across its full lifecycle, from concept through to commissioning and continuous improvement
About You
You are a proactive and solutions-driven engineer who enjoys working in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments. You bring a strong problem-solving mindset and are motivated by continuous improvement and delivering high-quality engineering outcomes.
Skills & Experience
You will have experience in several of the following areas:
* Electronics design and test development
* Production or manufacturing test systems
* Programming in C, C++ or C#
* Working within Linux command-line environments
* Fault finding and debugging of electronic and software systems
* Technical documentation and code reviews
* Working within structured engineering or development processes
Experience supporting production teams and developing automated test systems would be advantageous.
Qualifications
* Degree in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, or a related discipline
* Equivalent industry experience will also be considered
Why Apply?
* Work on cutting-edge technology within a highly innovative engineering environment
* Be part of a collaborative NPI team shaping the next generation of products
* Opportunity to influence production efficiency and product quality at scale
* Supportive environment with strong technical development opportunities
If you’re interested in applying or would like to learn more, please get in touch.
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