Senior Test & Diagnostics Engineer

Senior Test & Diagnostics Engineer

📍 Great Yarmouth, UK
🕒 Full Time
💰 £Competitive + Excellent Benefits
🔐 Must be eligible for Security Clearance (SC)

The Opportunity

A fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Senior Test & Diagnostics Engineer to play a key role within a high-performance electronics manufacturing environment.

This position is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex technical problems, developing robust test solutions, and driving continuous improvement. You’ll take ownership of test system development, lead diagnostic activities, and work closely with engineering and production teams to improve product quality, reliability, and yield.

Key Responsibilities

Test System Development & Implementation

• Design, develop, and implement test systems for production, prototype, and NPI electronic assemblies
• Translate test requirements into robust hardware and software solutions
• Configure, program, and validate automated and manual test equipment
• Ensure test equipment is maintained, calibrated, and compliant with required standards

Diagnostics & Technical Support

• Perform functional, performance, and environmental testing
• Carry out advanced fault-finding to component level using schematics and test equipment
• Support board and system-level troubleshooting and rework activities
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and production teams
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve complex product issues

Continuous Improvement

• Drive improvements in test processes to increase yield and reduce cycle times
• Analyse test data to identify trends and recurring issues
• Lead root-cause analysis activities (e.g. 8D, 5 Whys)
• Contribute to design-for-test (DfT) during product development

Documentation & Communication

• Create and maintain technical documentation including test procedures and work instructions
• Provide clear updates to stakeholders on progress and performance
• Support product verification and release activities

About You

Essential:

• HND or Degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering
• Strong hands-on experience in electronic test, diagnostics, or production engineering
• Excellent fault-finding skills to component level
• Experience using test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, power supplies, etc.)
• Background within a manufacturing or production environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Desirable:

• Experience with automated test equipment (ATE)
• Programming knowledge (Python, C#, LabVIEW or similar)
• Familiarity with PCB design tools (e.g. Altium, KiCad)
• Experience within aerospace, defence, or other high-reliability sectors
• Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodologies
• Understanding of Design-for-Test (DfT) principles

Additional Requirements

• Ability to obtain Security Clearance (SC) is essential
• Willingness to travel occasionally as required

What’s on Offer

• £Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible working options including a 9-day fortnight and early finish Fridays
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to buy additional days
• Private healthcare and health cash plan
• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Life assurance
• Access to wellbeing support, GP services, and gym discounts
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Relocation support available