Test Design Engineer - Technical lead

Plexus

  • Livingston, West Lothian
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 29 days ago
Be You - Our people create our best Plexus.Ingrained in our culture of inclusion is the philosophy that each individual offers diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that create great outcomes when we are united as a team.We embrace the differences of all our colleagues, celebrate diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups and candidates, regardless of their background. We are proud to be registered as the Disability Confident committed employer, and we recruit purely on the basis of skills and experience.Who we are and what we do?We help our customers deliver products to the world which have a profound impact on people’s lives.
From ultrasound units and 3D printing to network security applications and in-flight Wi-Fi, we help create products that build a better world.
We’re a global team of experts who partner with our customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service.Whether you’re looking to start, change, or advance your career find your path at Plexus and leave your mark on the world with us.The RolePlexus is seeking a talented and driven Test Design Engineer - Technical lead, to lead our growing team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in the development and commercialization of our innovative products, from concept to launch.As a Test Design Engineer - Technical lead, you will be responsible for the design, development, and verification of test solutions for our products. You will utilize your engineering expertise and creativity to create robust and efficient test systems, ensuring the highest quality and reliability of our products.This includes:
  • Developing innovative test concepts and designs using appropriate tools and equipment.
  • Performing design creation, analysis, and verification.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams throughout the entire product life cycle, from conceptualisation to sustaining engineering.
  • Creating and maintaining comprehensive project documentation in accordance with quality and change management procedures.
  • Actively contributing to a Lean culture by applying Lean Sigma principles to identify and eliminate waste, and improve processes.
Due to the nature of project work we require candidates to hold U.K. nationality or to either have, or be able to go through, U.K. national security vetting and clearance.About You:We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong understanding of the full product realisation process (Conceptualise, Design, Commercialise, Manufacture, Fulfil, and Sustain).You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and possess a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement. Ideally, you will have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
  • 10 + years of experience in test design engineering or a related field.
  • Proficiency in LabVIEW and TestStand.
  • Experience with automated test systems, functional testing, environmental testing.
  • A solid understanding of Lean Sigma principles and tools.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
Other Qualifications & Skills:
  • You will have the ability to work in a Cross-Discipline team environment
  • Understand Structured Design
  • Ability to develop good working relationships with team members and customers
  • Lab test/measurement equipment
  • Lab tools
  • Great communication skills
Why you will love it?At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication, and teamwork. Our employees work alongside a global team of experts who engage in projects that span a variety of industries – helping our customers in creating the products that build a better world.At Plexus, you will find:A workplace centered on collaboration and integritySupportive leadership teams that value work-life balance through a flexible work environmentAn inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and expertiseFlexible career paths across a variety of disciplinesInnovative design solutions and state-of-the-art technology that improves livesThrough our commitment to local community involvement we encourage our employees to participate in outreach activities with charities, local Schools, Universities, and Colleges and to promote careers in the STEM fieldsAdditionally, when you join, we want you to enjoy what you do and be rewarded for your contribution, so we have a range of attractive benefits on offer:Bespoke development planOnline learning and formal development programsFull-time, permanent employment contractEnhanced pension contributions33 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays)Paid family leavePrivate medical insuranceGroup income protection insuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice SchemeCycle to work schemeVolunteer time offFlexible Hybrid Working Available (role dependent)Life assuranceOccupational healthVision care discountsDiscount schemesCompany sick pay schemeOnsite gym/ discounted gymApplication ProcessWe don’t look for culture fit, but culture add. We value all the perspectives our team brings to the table, and we want to hear from YOU. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.

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