Manufacturing Test Engineer

Salary: £45,000 DOE
Working Pattern: Hybrid, typically 4-5 days on-site in Bolton
Security: British citizen or dual UK national; BPSS checks required

We're looking for a skilled Manufacturing Test Engineer on behalf of our client; who are a leader in the defence sector, to support the testing, diagnosis and validation of electronic and electro-mechanical assemblies across their lifecycle. You'll help develop test processes, introduce new test equipment, and ensure products meet time, cost and quality targets. You'll join a collaborative team working on a range of development and production projects.

Key Responsibilities

* Support test activities from early design through to production readiness

* Introduce and maintain test facilities, including documentation and configuration control

* Perform testing and component-level fault diagnosis

* Collaborate with Operations and Design teams to resolve technical issues

* Contribute to continuous improvement and maintain test engineering standards

What You'll Need

* HNC or higher in an engineering/electronics discipline (HND or degree preferred)

* Experience with analogue/digital electronic testing and manufacture

* Knowledge of electronic measurement, diagnostics and test equipment

* Experience with manual and automated test systems

* Familiarity with ERP/MES tools (e.g., SAP)

* Strong problem-solving, organisation and communication skills

Benefits

* Bonus up to £2,500

* Pension contributions up to 14%

* Paid overtime

* Up to 15 days flexi leave

* Enhanced family leave

* Subsidised meals, free parking

* Strong training and progression opportunities