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Join a Team Building World-Class Technology
Are you an experienced electrical or electronic test professional looking to work on cutting-edge technology? Do you enjoy solving complex engineering challenges and taking ownership of products from test through to delivery?
We're looking for a Test Engineer to join our highly skilled Test Team, where you'll play a critical role in ensuring our advanced, high-tech systems are fully tested, fault-free, and ready for customers around the world.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop your technical expertise, work with sophisticated engineering products, and contribute to the delivery of world-leading technology solutions.
What You'll Be Doing
As a Test Engineer, you'll be responsible for testing and validating complex systems to the highest quality standards. Working closely with production, engineering, and quality teams, you'll ensure products meet customer expectations and are delivered on time.
Key Responsibilities
- Test and deliver fully functional products in accordance with established test procedures.
- Take ownership of allocated products and proactively drive issue resolution.
- Accurately complete all test documentation and ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Diagnose and resolve faults down to component level.
- Consistently achieve production and testing targets.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce test times and improve efficiency.
- Drive product quality improvements through effective fault reporting and FRACAS data capture.
- Work closely with the Test Team Leader to support on-time delivery against manufacturing schedules.
- Promote and maintain high standards of Health & Safety, quality, cleanliness, and 5S practices.
- Support customer factory acceptance visits and demonstrations.
- Occasionally travel to customer sites to support installation and commissioning activities.
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What We're Looking For
Essential Skills & Experience
- Completed an Electrical Apprenticeship, City & Guilds Part 3 qualification, or hold an HNC/HND/BTEC Level 3 (Electrical).
- Strong ability to follow detailed test procedures and accurately record results.
- Proven fault-finding and diagnostic skills to component level.
- Understanding of quality processes and Health & Safety requirements within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Good IT skills and confidence using electronic systems and documentation.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with colleagues at all levels.
- Enthusiastic, proactive, and driven to deliver results.
- Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality.
- A continuous improvement approach and willingness to challenge existing processes.
- Flexibility to travel when required.
Working Hours
This role operates on a rotating shift pattern, consisting of:
- Four 8-hour shifts per week
- One 5-hour shift per week
Current shift patterns include:
- Early Shift: From 06:00 to 14:00
- Afternoon Shift: From 14:00 to 22:00
Why Join Oxford Instruments?
At Oxford Instruments, you'll be part of a global organisation that develops innovative technologies that enable breakthroughs in science, research, and industry.
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In return, we offer:
- Competitive salary
- Structured career development and progression opportunities
- Private healthcare
- Share incentive plan
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Half-day Fridays
- Defined Contribution Group Personal Pension Plan
- Flexible benefits package tailored to your lifestyle
- Excellent work-life balance
- Opportunity to work on leading-edge technology with a highly skilled team
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're passionate about engineering, thrive on solving technical challenges, and want to be part of a team delivering advanced technology to customers worldwide, we'd love to hear from you.
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