Manufacturing Test Engineer

Summary: This role is for a Manufacturing Test Engineer based in Luton, requiring immediate availability. The engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining test systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing manufacturing processes in the electronics field. A strong background in electronic circuits and experience with LabVIEW and automated test equipment is essential for success in this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain test systems using National Instruments (NI) hardware and LabVIEW software/Test Stand in a production environment.
• Design, implement and liaise with equipment suppliers for automated test equipment (ATE) and test fixtures to support the manufacturing process of both low and high volume.
• A very strong understanding of analogue and digital electronic circuits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, production engineers, and quality assurance personnel, to identify test requirements and develop appropriate test strategies.
• Analyse test data to identify trends and areas for improvement in the manufacturing process and provide recommendations to optimise product quality and safety.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, including test plans, procedures, and reports, in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical support to production staff in resolving testing issues and ensuring the smooth operation of test equipment.
• Experience of extracting, exporting and analysing test data, specifically with SQL and MySQL.
• Reverse engineer existing equipment to understand their functionality, identify areas for improvement and to optimise test process.
• Create detailed specifications for new equipment, prepare Capital Expenditure applications and liaise with respected suppliers.
• A 'hands-on' approach will be required at times for shopfloor support.

Key Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in a manufacturing test engineering role, preferably in the field of intrinsically safe products or other electronic devices.
• Strong proficiency in LabVIEW software, TestStand and NI products, including hardware platforms such as PXI, cRIO, and cDAQ.
• Experience in designing and implementing ATE and test fixtures for manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to intrinsically safe products and hazardous area certifications (eg, ATEX, IECEx).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively document and present technical information.

Salary (Rate): £25.18 Hourly

City: Luton

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Working for a global leader in Luton, this contract role requires a competent Manufacturing Test Engineer for an immediate start.

As a knowledgeable Manufacturing Test Engineer in the electronics field you will undertake the following duties for this contract:

• Develop and maintain test systems using National Instruments (NI) hardware and LabVIEW software/Test Stand in a production environment.
• Design, implement and liaise with equipment suppliers for automated test equipment (ATE) and test fixtures to support the manufacturing process of both low and high volume.
• A very strong understanding of analogue and digital electronic circuits.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, production engineers, and quality assurance personnel, to identify test requirements and develop appropriate test strategies.
• Analyse test data to identify trends and areas for improvement in the manufacturing process and provide recommendations to optimise product quality and safety.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, including test plans, procedures, and reports, in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Provide technical support to production staff in resolving testing issues and ensuring the smooth operation of test equipment.
• Experience of extracting, exporting and analysing test data, specifically with SQL and MySQL.
• Reverse engineer existing equipment to understand their functionality, identify areas for improvement and to optimise test process.
• Create detailed specifications for new equipment, prepare Capital Expenditure applications and liaise with respected suppliers.
• A 'hands-on' approach will be required at times for shopfloor support.

The following background knowledge is required for this manufacturing test engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field id preferred.
• Minimum of 5 - 8 years of experience in a manufacturing test engineering role, preferably in the field of intrinsically safe products or other electronic devices.
• Strong proficiency in LabVIEW software, TestStand and NI products, including hardware platforms such as PXI, cRIO, and cDAQ.
• Experience in designing and implementing ATE and test fixtures for manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to intrinsically safe products and hazardous area certifications (eg, ATEX, IECEx).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively document and present technical information.

Hours of work are Monday to Friday 8.30am - 17.00pm, salary is £25.18 per hour.

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