Test Engineer

Overview

In this role you ensure high-quality performance of SPTS single-wafer products through hands-on testing, integration, and fault resolution. You work with a cross-functional team in a modern Newport facility to meet customer specifications and timelines. You will identify defects in real time and contribute to process improvements. This position offers growth in a fast-growing, award-winning company shaping semiconductor technologies.

Pay / Benefits

• annual leave starting at 25 days
• pension scheme
• cash health plan
• cycle to work scheme
• global bonus plan
• share scheme

Responsibilities

• Install modular semiconductor equipment or fully integrated systems
• Test live equipment to set specifications across electrical and pneumatic systems
• Perform electrical and mechanical fault finding down to component level
• Conduct cosmetic and functional quality control
• Suggest improvements to procedures and methods
• Collaborate with team to resolve complex issues
• Drive product throughput to meet deadlines and customer requirements
• Record test data in the Shop Floor Online software suite
• Support Product Groups in developing new products (occasionally)

Key requirements

• Experience as a Test Engineer or similar role with familiarity of electromechanical products
• Ability to meet timescales and deadlines
• Strong analytical and fault-finding skills; able to use electrical/mechanical schematics
• Ability to work independently and take initiative
• Excellent communication and relationship-building within teams
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Computer literate
• Able to work to the shift pattern (Mon–Fri, 6am–2pm Week 1; 2pm–10pm Week 2) with shift premium

• clear communication
• analytical thinking
• team collaboration
• electro-mechanical systems
• fault finding
• using electrical and mechanical schematics

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