R&D Test Technician

With over 30 years of innovation, this profitable organisation has built a global reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable solutions. Its commitment to continuous development, rigorous standards, and exceptional customer support has earned the trust of clients worldwide. Backed by an experienced and dedicated team, the company is known for its reliability, innovation, and outstanding service.

Why Join This Business

This is an excellent opportunity for an R&D Test Technician to join a growing and profitable business with global reach in a guaranteed growth market / industry.

• Work on innovative electronics and IoT products
• Hands-on role with a mix of testing, repair, and product development
• Opportunity to learn new technologies and grow your skills

Salary and Hours

• £28,000 - £35,000, dependant on experience
• 40 hours per week, with an earlier finish on Friday’s
• 28 days holiday, which increases with service

Role Overview / Focus

The R&D Test Technician will play a hands-on role in product testing, fault-finding and electronics development, carrying out design verification and supporting the development of in-circuit and End-of-Line test equipment. You’ll diagnose and repair PCB and product failures, including EOL failures and RMAs returned from the field, while working independently to investigate and resolve faults.

R&D Test Technician Candidate Key Requirements

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or another STEM discipline.
• Hands-on electronics experience, including PCB testing, soldering/rework, cable harness assembly and fault diagnosis.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose faults and learn new technologies quickly.
• Interest in IoT, connected devices and device-to-cloud communications, with the ability to work across both hardware and software testing.
• Organised and self-motivated, able to manage multiple priorities, work independently and build effective relationships across the business.

R&D Test Technician Key Responsibilities

• Build and test prototypes, test harnesses and jigs, carrying out design validation and product testing.
• Perform electronics testing and fault-finding, including environmental, EMC, ESD and functional testing.
• Diagnose and repair PCB and product faults, processing RMAs and reworking EOL/QA failures to a high standard.
• Carry out software and integration testing, including product Apps and connected device-to-cloud systems.
• Record and report test results, support Design Engineers and work with suppliers on the development of bespoke manufacturing test equipment.

The R&D Test Technician role is Commutable From: Nottingham, Derby, Mansfield, Leicester, Newark on Trent, Grantham
 

Please Note: Candidates must have the right to live and work in the UK.

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