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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