IT & Software

Lead Test Engineer

Lynx Recruitment Limited

King's Lynn · England · United Kingdom

JOB – Lead Test Engineer

LOCATION –

Norfolk

TERM –

Permanent

SALARY –

£36,000 - £42,000 DOE

My client is a growing engineering business, seeking an experienced Lead Test Engineer to take responsibility for its testing and final preparation department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Test Engineer with strong electrical and mechanical knowledge to lead a team, oversee product testing and ensure bespoke engineering solutions meet the highest standards of quality, safety and performance.

The ideal candidate will have: At least 3 years' experience within an engineering testing environment

Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering systems

Experience interpreting electrical and mechanical engineering drawings

Previous experience leading, supervising or mentoring a team

Good knowledge of testing, validation and quality procedures

Strong health and safety awareness

Excellent communication and organisational skills

A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement

Good IT skills

HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification

The role will involve: Managing the day-to-day activities of the Test Department

Leading and coordinating a team of Test Engineers

Planning testing schedules, resources and workloads to meet project deadlines

Overseeing mechanical, electrical and process testing of engineering products

Developing and improving testing procedures and processes

Driving test automation, efficiency improvements and waste reduction

Ensuring compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations

Maintaining accurate test records, documentation and certification

Training, mentoring and developing team members

Hosting and supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), liaising directly with customers

Producing departmental performance reports and supporting wider business improvements

Attending customer sites when required

The company offers: 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Life assurance (3x annual salary after qualifying period)

Employee Assistance Programme

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Company events

Free on-site parking

Monday to Friday working week with an early finish on Fridays

Many thanks – Lynx Recruitment

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Reference: WJ-5375_14590996

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