Electronics Test Engineer: PCB Fault Diagnosis & Optimization

Mbda Systems; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence organization in Bolton seeks an experienced Manufacturing Test Engineer to join their Circuit Card Assembly team. The role requires expertise in diagnosing faults on PCB assemblies, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance product quality. Candidates should have a formal engineering apprenticeship and relevant degree. This position offers a hybrid working environment and various employee benefits including bonuses and flexible working options.

Benefits

Company bonus: Up to £2,500

Pension contribution up to 14%

Opportunity for paid overtime

Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days

Enhanced parental leave

Subsidised meals and free car parking

Qualifications

• Strong theoretical and practical understanding of electrical/electronic measurement.
• Ability to interpret detailed schematics, drawings, and test-related documentation.
• Hands-on experience using both manual and automated test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform fault diagnosis down to component level on PCB assemblies.
• Generate test specifications and maintain configuration control.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product improvements.

Skills

Electronics Test & Diagnosis

Engineering Documentation Interpretation

Test Equipment Experience

Manufacturing Systems Proficiency

Education

Formal Engineering Apprenticeship to NVQ Level 3

Level 4 Further Education Certificate (HNC or equivalent)

BEng/BSc in relevant Engineering/Technical Degree

Tools

SAP

MES

PLM

Job description

A leading defence organization in Bolton seeks an experienced Manufacturing Test Engineer to join their Circuit Card Assembly team. The role requires expertise in diagnosing faults on PCB assemblies, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance product quality. Candidates should have a formal engineering apprenticeship and relevant degree. This position offers a hybrid working environment and various employee benefits including bonuses and flexible working options.