Test Engineer

This role is responsible for continuously improving test performance, troubleshooting complex electro-mechanical hardware issues, and supporting test equipment installation and validation on our manufacturing lines. Working directly on high-volume production, the Test Engineer combines hands‑on technical investigation (approx. 65%) with proactive cross‑discipline problem‑solving and customer support (approx. 35%) to keep lines running efficiently and eliminate tribal knowledge across the department.

• Manufacturing Solutions & Line Support:
  Develop, validate, and maintain high‑quality manufacturing test solutions; rapidly troubleshoot line stops and test discrepancies to ensure customer delivery requirements are met.
• Hardware & HLA Diagnostics:
  Utilize appropriate tools and equipment (DMMs, oscilloscopes, power supplies) to perform root‑cause debug on Higher‑Level Assembly (HLA) and system‑level electro‑mechanical builds.
• Customer Interface &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Act as a daily technical point of contact for customer engineering teams, translating line performance data and test findings into actionable engineering improvements.
• Documentation & Standards:
  Produce comprehensive project and quality documentation in accordance with Plexus change management procedures; establish technical best practices locally and collaborate with European sister sites.
• Continuous Improvement & Mentorship:
  Drive test yield optimization and cycle‑time reduction, sharing knowledge across disciplines to build a resilient, cross‑trained manufacturing team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or related technical discipline) with 2+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education (HNC/HND) and hands‑on manufacturing/test experience.
• Demonstrated background in board‑level and system‑level HLA test debug.
• Hands‑on experience with standard laboratory test and measurement equipment.

• Analytical & Critical Thinking:
  Strong root‑cause analysis mindset and practical problem‑solving skills;
  Statistical Process Control (SPC) familiarity is a plus.
• Interpersonal & Communication:
  Proven ability to build collaborative working relationships across cross‑functional shop‑floor teams and directly with external customers.
• Software Tools (Advantageous):
  Exposure to or familiarity with automated test environments such as LabVIEW or Test Stand (preferred, not essential).
• Note:
  
  British nationality is not required; candidates must hold existing right to work in the UK.

This position is based at our Kelso facility, offering an alternative to city congestion and high living costs:

• Quality of Life:
  Located in the historic Scottish Borders, with world‑class outdoor recreation—hill walking, cycling, fishing, and golf—directly accessible.
• Affordable Living:
  Highly accessible property market compared to major UK metro hubs, while maintaining straightforward transport links to Edinburgh and Newcastle.
• Relocation Support:
  We regularly welcome professionals relocating to the Borders who are seeking broader technical ownership paired with a scenic, balanced lifestyle.