Electronics Test Engineer

Manufacturing Test Engineer
Yateley, near Farnborough, Hampshire - GU46 6GD
£28-35k + Bonus + Paid OT + Benefits
18 Month Fixed Term Contract

Sonardyne has been writing the future of underwater technology for over 50 years. As a leading provider of underwater navigation, positioning, communication, imaging and monitoring technology, its innovations help transform what’s possible in offshore energy, maritime defence and ocean science. Sonardyne technology has enabled people to install wind farms, control squadrons of underwater drones and detect tsunami waves hundreds of miles offshore.

Due to continued demand we are looking for 2 experienced Manufacturing Test Engineers. This is a low volume and varied position and will involve rigorous electronic test, fault finding and repair from component level to system & final assembly, right across the full range of products. You’ll be working in a production cell along with 3 other dedicated Test Engineers.

Knowledge/Skills and Experience:
•    HNC Electronics or equivalent qualification in an electronic discipline plus hands on experience
•    Proven track record of diagnostic fault finding down to component level
•    Competent in the use of various testing tools, i.e. Scopes, DVM’s, Power Supplies, Timer Counter, etc
•    Ability to read and interpret technical data, i.e. engineering drawings, circuit diagrams, assembly drawings, etc
•    Competent user of Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel and Word
•    Attention to detail, accuracy & the ability to work well with others
•    Good communication skills: Written and verbal
•    Personal drive and enthusiasm

This opportunity would suit a Test Engineer who enjoys working in a modern, clean and professional environment. You’ll get the chance to work with some of the latest tools and technology and be part of a successful and stable company.

Sonardyne is a classic British success story. Founded in 1971, it has received the Queen’s award for innovation and export several times and has excellent staff retention rates thanks to a positive work environment, attractive benefits package and interesting and challenging careers for bright minds. It offers boundless opportunities as befits a company that is a leading light in technological design and manufacture. It has an open and innovative culture where every member of the team has the chance to shape the future as well as get hands-on experience of the application of the company’s innovative solutions in the ocean environment. The team also likes to have some fun, with a very active social committee regularly providing a variety of subsidised events.

Benefits include:
•    25 days holiday
•    Excellent Pension
•    Life Assurance x6
•    Health Cover
•    Bonus - PRP (not guaranteed but has paid up to 20%)
•    Paid Overtime

Hours of work are 8 – 4.45pm (flexitime available)