Test engineer
Fareham
£26,000 + 20% shift uplift and additional opportunities for overtime (Circa £30,000 - £35,000)
Our client, a leading player in the manufacturing and engineering sectors, is looking for a Test Technician to join their team on a permanent basis. This role offers the opportunity to work in their state-of-the-art test facility, performing RF (Radio Frequency) testing. The successful candidate will contribute to a 4 shift basis rotating shift pattern (10am-10pm or 10pm-10am) , ensuring comprehensive testing services are delivered. Training and development will be offered over a initial 3 month period for you to grow your skillset before transferring to the shift rotation
Key Responsibilities:
- Delivering test services as part of a 24-hour, 7-day shift pattern, undertaking RF tests in accordance with harmonised test standards or customer-specific test plans
- Controlling and monitoring the test equipment calibration status during testing
- Working with customers during attended testing
- Collaborating closely with the Project Manager to ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed timescales
- Accurately recording results following company quality procedures and providing clear communication at the end of shifts
Job Requirements:
- Manual Testing, Electronics Test, and EMC Test experience
- NVQ level 3 in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or practical experience in an engineering environment
- Basic knowledge of, and a willingness to learn about, RF technologies, including Cellular technologies such as 2G/3G/4G LTE/5G NR
- Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Good interpersonal and customer skills, with commercial awareness
- Proven ability to document results accurately
- Willingness to work in a team on 24/7 shifts performing radiated RF testing using automated test scripts
- Ability to access the site independently, as public transport may not be available due to shift patterns
- Experience using general RF test equipment is advantageous but not essential
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with additional shift uplift post-training
- Comprehensive training during initial stages
- Opportunities for paid overtime
- Chance to develop and build a career in a globally respected organisation
- Supportive work environment
If you are motivated, enthusiastic, and looking to develop a career in engineering, this is an excellent opportunity.