Test Engineer

Test Engineer
Permanent role in Rugeley, Staffordshire
The purpose of the role is to carry out functional and system testing on MOD and commercial equipment.
All candidates must have previous experience of testing electrical and electronic assemblies and equipment in a comparable role within a similar industry (e.g. High Voltage Power Control Systems).

Ensure HV Switching safety standards and requirements are adhered to.
Plan and schedule resource to optimise throughput.
Monitor actual cost and schedule performances versus targets.
Ensure productivity targets are met, while maintaining quality standards throughout all Test/Sensor department activities.
Attend and lead regular project-specific meetings to ensure that stakeholders are kept informed of relevant issues and progress.
Produce Test/Sensor department ‘cost to complete’ KPIs and monitor progress.
Ensure health and safety legislation and policies are adhered to, to ensure a safe and legally compliant working environment.
Issuing and/or receiving safety documents such as permits-to-work.
Liaise with the Engineering department to influence design for Test parameters.
Skills required:

A proven ability to correctly interpret manufacturing information and carry out related self- inspection tasks.
Ability to communicate effectively with personnel at all levels of the organisation.
The ability to work on own initiative.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work to deadlines.
Knowledge of internal and ISO9001 Quality Management Systems.
Knowledge of ISO 14001 Environmental Management.
Knowledge of 5S continuous improvement and 7W waste elimination processes.
Awareness of ESD.
PC literate in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Awareness and understanding of Health and Safety requirements and legislation.
Qualifications required:

HNC in Electrical and Electronic Technology or equivalent.
IPC 620 qualification or equivalent.
Preferred (but not essential):

Apprentice trained.
Supervisory or Team Leader qualification (ILM/CMI/NVQ or equivalent).
Knowledge of ERP systems (such as IFS).
IPC 610 qualification or equivalent.
Any additional requirements:

Driving license required.
Travel to alternative locations in the UK and abroad to undertake occasional off-site activities is required.
Working overtime and unsociable hours as and when required.
Important Note: The successful candidate must be able to obtain relevant security vetting clearance required for the role