Test Equipment Design Engineer - Product Design Support

We are working with a leading defence organisation for an experienced Test Equipment Design Engineer to join their Production Design Support team in Bolton. This role will involve providing specialist engineering support to manufacturing operations, acting as a key link between design and manufacturing teams. You will have the opportunity to work across the full product lifecycle, supporting the development and production of complex engineering systems whilst contributing to design improvements and resolving technical challenges.

Typical Responsibilities:

Provide specialist test equipment and engineering design support to manufacturing teams, acting as an interface between design and production.

Support engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle, from initial design through to manufacturing and in-service support.

Investigate design-related issues, identify root causes and recommend robust corrective actions.

Manage engineering work packages, including preparing bids, controlling costs and delivering agreed technical solutions.

Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders, providing technical guidance and mentoring to fellow engineers and technicians.

The Ideal Candidate will have:

Degree qualified in an engineering discipline or able to demonstrate equivalent industry experience, with a background in product or systems design and manufacturing support.

Proven experience in at least one of the following areas: RF and antenna design, electrical architecture, design for safety and integrity, or RF test and measurement principles.

Strong understanding of the full product lifecycle, with experience working within multidisciplinary engineering teams.

Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to produce clear and concise technical documentation.

Strong problem-solving and investigative skills, with experience managing work packages and delivering engineering solutions independently.

The role offers flexible hybrid working, with arrangements agreed within the team based on project requirements and individual needs. There may also be opportunities for international travel and collaboration.

This position offers a lucrative benefits package, which includes but is not limited to:

Company bonus scheme, based on company performance

Strong employer pension contribution

Opportunity for paid overtime

Generous flexi leave allowance, with additional days available

Flexible working arrangements welcomed

Enhanced parental leave, covering maternity, adoption, shared parental and paternity leave, plus neonatal leave and fertility testing/treatment support

Excellent on-site facilities, including subsidised meals and free car parking

Healthcare Cash Plan, providing support with everyday healthcare expenses including optical, dental, health and wellbeing

Please note that due to the nature of the client's business, only candidates who currently hold full British Citizenship without limitations, or Dual Nationality inclusive of British Citizenship, will be considered. Successful candidates will also be required to complete the relevant security screening.

Please apply via the advert or contact Annabella at Eclectic Recruitment for more information.

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