Test Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to take a lead role in the validation and quality assurance of complex, integrated technology solutions combining both hardware and software. This position will help shape testing strategy, oversee validation activities, and ensure robust product performance ahead of release. The role blends hands‑on technical work with ownership of test planning, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement of validation practices. You’ll take a holistic, user‑focused approach to testing, ensuring systems perform reliably in real‑world scenarios while driving best practices across the wider engineering function.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate system‑level validation activities across complex, multi‑component solutions
• Take ownership of test strategy, including defining requirements, developing plans, and executing structured validation programmes
• Design, document, and refine test cases, procedures, and risk mitigation approaches
• Act as a technical point of contact for testing activities, working closely with cross‑functional stakeholders
• Evaluate and introduce new tools, technologies, or approaches to enhance testing capability
• Build and maintain internal test systems and environments to support validation activities
• Perform hands‑on testing across hardware and software, including exploratory and black‑box techniques
• Investigate defects, manage issue tracking, and support engineering teams in root cause analysis and resolution
• Handle complex technical challenges independently, engaging additional expertise where required
• Support and contribute to automation initiatives, including scripting and hardware‑assisted validation setups
• Oversee regression testing cycles to ensure product stability and readiness for release

Experience

• Strong background in electronics, electrical engineering, or a related technical field
• Extensive experience in system‑level testing, validation, or quality assurance within a technology‑led environment
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals and connected systems
• Experience operating within structured development environments (e.g. Agile or Lean methodologies)
• Proficiency with common operating systems and test environments
• Working knowledge of scripting or programming (e.g. Python or similar)
• Ability to take ownership of technical deliverables and manage work with minimal oversight

On offer is an initial 6 month contract, is a technical role with a growing company who will support you develop your skills, with a strong possibility of a permanent role in the future. Apply now for immediate consideration.