Electronic Test Technician
Reference: 352536788_1793765569
Electronic Test Technician Required Worthing - Immediate Start Available
arry out testing, inspection and fault diagnosis of electronic components, assemblies and finished products, ensuring that all products meet the required technical specifications, quality standards and customer requirements.
The role requires a sound understanding of electronic principles, test methodologies and fault-finding techniques, together with the ability to interpret technical drawings, follow established test procedures and identify opportunities to improve product quality and testing processes.
Key Responsibilities
The specific responsibilities of this role may evolve to meet changing business and customer requirements. Key duties will include, but are not limited to:
Testing & Quality Assurance
- Carry out electrical and electronic testing of components, assemblies and finished products in accordance with approved test specifications and procedures.
- Ensure all units are tested accurately and consistently against the required technical and quality standards.
- Inspect products and verify physical dimensions against engineering drawings and specifications.
- Identify, investigate and document product faults, failures and non-conformances.
- Undertake basic component-level fault finding and provide technical analysis to support fault resolution.
- Record test results, findings and fault analysis accurately within the relevant documentation and fault logs.
- Assess the suitability and effectiveness of test procedures, highlighting any gaps or opportunities for improvement.
- Ensure all testing activities comply with relevant company quality systems, ISO requirements and documented procedures.
Equipment & Maintenance
- Maintain, inspect and monitor test equipment to ensure it remains in good working order and is suitable for its intended purpose.
- Identify and report faulty, damaged or unsuitable test equipment.
- Support the calibration and maintenance requirements of test equipment in accordance with company procedures.
Communication & Problem Solving
- Escalate technical issues, product failures or unresolved problems to the appropriate level of management or engineering support in a timely manner.
- Communicate test results, technical findings and potential quality concerns clearly to relevant personnel.
- Highlight recurring faults, trends or issues that may affect product quality, production efficiency or customer satisfaction.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across Quality, Engineering and Production to support effective problem resolution.
Planning & Organisation
- Organise and prioritise own workload to meet testing requirements, production schedules and agreed deadlines.
- Proactively identify and communicate potential delays, resource constraints or issues affecting delivery.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date test records and associated documentation.
- Demonstrate a flexible approach to supporting wider departmental and business requirements.
Health, Safety & Continuous Improvement
- Comply with all company Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe working practices.
- Identify and report hazards, unsafe conditions and incidents promptly.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, suggesting ways to improve testing methods, processes, efficiency and product quality.
- Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
Role Requirements
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate flexibility in supporting the wider needs of the business. This may include:
- Undertaking additional duties and activities as reasonably required, including quality, production and administrative tasks.
- Travelling to and working at alternative company or customer locations when required.
- Working effectively in an occasionally pressurised environment, balancing competing priorities and deadlines.
- Occasionally lifting or carrying equipment, components or products in accordance with safe manual handling practices.
- Undertaking additional training and cross-training to support business requirements.
Qualifications & Technical Knowledge
Essential:
- ONC, City & Guilds or an equivalent recognised qualification in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline, or demonstrable equivalent practical experience.
- Good understanding of electronic principles and electrical/electronic testing methods.
- Knowledge of test methodologies, techniques and procedures.
- Ability to read, interpret and work from technical and engineering drawings.
- Understanding of quality standards and the importance of accurate test documentation.
Required Experience
- Previous experience in an electronics testing, electrical testing or similar technical engineering role.
- Practical experience of carrying out testing against defined specifications and procedures.
- Basic component-level electronic fault finding and diagnosis.
- Experience of analysing test results and identifying faults or failures.
- Experience of maintaining or checking electronic test equipment.
- Ability to accurately record technical information, test results and fault findings.
Skills & Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate faults and identify potential causes.
- Good practical testing skills and an understanding of electronic test equipment and methodologies.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise workloads effectively.
- Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to interpret technical information and respond appropriately to test results and findings.
- Proactive approach to identifying potential problems and escalating issues where necessary.
- Ability to follow detailed test procedures and accurately report results in accordance with specified requirements.
- Ability to recognise when test procedures may be insufficient and raise concerns to maintain product quality.
- Good team-working skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across different departments.
- Ability to work independently, use initiative and take ownership of assigned tasks.
- Willingness and ability to adapt to new processes, procedures and working methods.
Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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