Integration & FAT Engineer; Submarine Telecommunications

Our client helps connect the world through advanced submarine telecommunications infrastructure. The Production Test Engineer is responsible for the configuration, integration, testing and fault diagnosis of Submarine Line Terminal Equipment (SLTE) within a telecommunications manufacturing environment.

The role is responsible for ensuring products are correctly configured and tested against project specifications and customer requirements, while supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), fault investigations, product repairs and continuous improvement activities.

The position requires strong technical knowledge of optical transmission systems, excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in both internal and customer-facing environments.

• Configure Submarine Line Terminal Equipment (SLTE) in accordance with station configuration requirements, engineering specifications and project documentation.
• Ensure system configurations are accurate, complete and aligned with approved project requirements.
• Identify and report discrepancies between material allocations, equipment configurations, summary lists and ERP system records.
• Identify, investigate and clearly communicate system design, configuration and integration issues.
• Monitor system behaviour when introducing new software or product releases and report newly identified issues or abnormal behaviour.
• Support early identification and escalation of technical issues that could affect product performance, project delivery or customer acceptance.

• Assess project-specific testing requirements and develop an appropriate approach to Factory Acceptance Testing.
• Conduct Factory Acceptance Tests on configured products to verify performance against approved specifications and customer requirements.
• Prepare, complete and maintain accurate test documentation and test result sheets.
• Submit test documentation to the Quality Department for review and validation.
• Lead and conduct FAT sessions with customers, either on-site or remotely.
• Represent the organisation professionally throughout customer FAT activities and ensure a positive customer experience.
• Take ownership of FAT delivery, ensuring testing is completed in accordance with approved procedures, quality standards, project requirements and agreed timescales.
• Provide regular and accurate progress updates to the FAT Manager, including any constraints, issues, dependencies or risks.

• Troubleshoot and isolate product and system failures using appropriate diagnostic methods and test equipment.
• Identify root causes and document technical findings in detailed failure reports.
• Escalate failure reports to the appropriate Industrialisation, Repair or Research & Development teams.
• Support the investigation and resolution of manufacturing and product-related technical issues.
• Support the Repair Centre by investigating returned products, identifying faults and testing repaired equipment to verify successful resolution.
• Analyse system performance and behaviour to identify potential product, configuration or design issues.
• Provide technical feedback to Engineering and other relevant functions to support product and process improvements.

• Work proactively with the Quality Department to maintain product conformity and compliance with applicable quality standards.
• Ensure testing and integration activities are completed accurately and in accordance with approved procedures and documentation.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on improving processes, efficiency, quality and customer satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities to improve test methods, system integration processes, documentation and operational performance.
• Ensure departmental KPIs and FAT targets are achieved in accordance with project and manufacturing plans.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date ERP system records in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensure equipment configuration, test status and project information are correctly recorded.
• Maintain accurate test records, failure reports and supporting technical documentation.
• Identify and report inconsistencies between physical equipment, configuration documentation and system records.

• Support training and competency development within system integration and testing functions.
• Share technical knowledge and experience with colleagues to…