Hardware Test Engineer
Job Description
Job Title:andnbsp;Hardware Test Engineer
Location:andnbsp;Colchester
Salary: andpound;35,000 to andpound;40,000
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Arrangements: Onsite working
A growing engineering team in Colchester is looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to take ownership of testing and validating electronic hardware across the full product lifecycle.
Youandrsquo;ll create structured test plans, carry out handsand#8209;on hardware and environmental testing, debug issues, and ensure products meet performance and reliability standards. This is a practical, laband#8209;based role ideal for someone who enjoys deep technical problemand#8209;solving.
What youandrsquo;ll be doing
- Creating hardware test plans, test cases, and supporting documentation
-andnbsp;Performing handsand#8209;on hardware testing (functional, performance, reliability)
-andnbsp;Conducting environmental tests including thermal cycling, shock, vibration, humidity
-andnbsp;Using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, multimeters, power supplies, and other lab tools
-andnbsp;Debugging hardware issues down to component or subsystem level
-andnbsp;Logging, tracking, and resolving defects with hardware, firmware, and design teams
-andnbsp;Writing basic Python or Linux shell scripts to support or automate test activities
-andnbsp;Maintaining requirements traceability using Jama, DOORS, or similar tools
-andnbsp;Supporting continuous improvement of test processes and coverage
What youandrsquo;ll bring
- Strong experience in electronics hardware testing
-andnbsp;Proven ability to create structured test plans and documentation
-andnbsp;Handsand#8209;on experience with environmental and stress testing
-andnbsp;Confident debugging skills using standard lab equipment
-andnbsp;Ability to write simple Python or Linux scripts
-andnbsp;Familiarity with Jama, DOORS, or other requirements management tools
-andnbsp;Methodical, analytical approach with strong attention to detail
-andnbsp;Comfortable working independently in a lab environment
Nice to have
- Experience with automated test frameworks
-andnbsp;Knowledge of EMC, safety, or compliance testing
-andnbsp;Exposure to embedded systems or firmwareand#8209;hardware interaction
Why join
- Permanent role with longand#8209;term progression
- Handsand#8209;on, technically challenging work with real product impact
- Supportive engineering culture with strong collaboration
- Opportunity to shape test strategy and influence product quality
Location:andnbsp;Colchester
Salary: andpound;35,000 to andpound;40,000
Employment Type: Permanent
Working Arrangements: Onsite working
A growing engineering team in Colchester is looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to take ownership of testing and validating electronic hardware across the full product lifecycle.
Youandrsquo;ll create structured test plans, carry out handsand#8209;on hardware and environmental testing, debug issues, and ensure products meet performance and reliability standards. This is a practical, laband#8209;based role ideal for someone who enjoys deep technical problemand#8209;solving.
What youandrsquo;ll be doing
- Creating hardware test plans, test cases, and supporting documentation
-andnbsp;Performing handsand#8209;on hardware testing (functional, performance, reliability)
-andnbsp;Conducting environmental tests including thermal cycling, shock, vibration, humidity
-andnbsp;Using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, multimeters, power supplies, and other lab tools
-andnbsp;Debugging hardware issues down to component or subsystem level
-andnbsp;Logging, tracking, and resolving defects with hardware, firmware, and design teams
-andnbsp;Writing basic Python or Linux shell scripts to support or automate test activities
-andnbsp;Maintaining requirements traceability using Jama, DOORS, or similar tools
-andnbsp;Supporting continuous improvement of test processes and coverage
What youandrsquo;ll bring
- Strong experience in electronics hardware testing
-andnbsp;Proven ability to create structured test plans and documentation
-andnbsp;Handsand#8209;on experience with environmental and stress testing
-andnbsp;Confident debugging skills using standard lab equipment
-andnbsp;Ability to write simple Python or Linux scripts
-andnbsp;Familiarity with Jama, DOORS, or other requirements management tools
-andnbsp;Methodical, analytical approach with strong attention to detail
-andnbsp;Comfortable working independently in a lab environment
Nice to have
- Experience with automated test frameworks
-andnbsp;Knowledge of EMC, safety, or compliance testing
-andnbsp;Exposure to embedded systems or firmwareand#8209;hardware interaction
Why join
- Permanent role with longand#8209;term progression
- Handsand#8209;on, technically challenging work with real product impact
- Supportive engineering culture with strong collaboration
- Opportunity to shape test strategy and influence product quality