Are you an experienced test engineer ready to lead and innovate?

Holt Executive are partnered with an innovative and leading design and manufacturing business that specialises in electro-optics and supplies to a variety of markets across the globe.

Our partner is seeking a Principal Test Engineer to join their Test Department and report directly to the Test Engineering Manager.

In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead test development and provide expert support across the business, serving as the technical authority for the test engineering team.

You'll collaborate closely with the Test Engineering Manager to drive process improvements and enhance both test engineering and production test processes.

Additionally, you'll mentor and guide the test team, ensuring that technical knowledge is cultivated and preserved.

Key Responsibilities for the Principal Test Engineer:

- Demonstrate expertise in innovative testing and development of complex electro-mechanical systems.
- Define test objectives and conduct both production unit-level and full system-level functional tests.
- Act as the technical lead for aspects of product design.
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to the test team.
- Develop high-quality solutions to validate products within budget, time, and quality constraints.
- Lead and collaborate with the test team to enhance existing test methods.
- Contribute to design authorities to ensure effective Design for Manufacturability (DFM) execution.
- Oversee and mentor test engineers throughout the new product development process.
- Possess extensive experience and knowledge of test equipment and methodologies.
- Coordinate with broader engineering teams during early product design stages to meet production test requirements.
- Engage with customers and suppliers on quality and project-related issues.

Key Skill & Experience for the Principal Test Engineer:

- Possess excellent knowledge of testing electrical and electro-mechanical systems.
- Be able to write comprehensive test plans and factory acceptance tests for new product launches.
- Possess an HNC or equivalent in Electronics & Control Engineering.
- Be able to manage multiple priorities with flexibility and enthusiasm.
- Be able to lead the team with the ability to liaise and work collaboratively and cross-functionally with all key stakeholders internally and externally.

 Company Benefits:

- 5 hour working week.
- Lunchtime finishes on a Friday.
- 28 days annual leave.
- Christmas closure.
- Group pension plan – matched contributions up to 5%.
- Income protection scheme and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Employee Help@Hand service gives you and your family access to 4 key services including remote GP service, second opinion, mental health pathway service and physiotherapy consultations.
- Life assurance policy, including bereavement counselling and probate helpline.
- Company shares incentive plan and save-as-you-earn scheme.
- Group electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.

 
Security Clearance Requirements:
Due to the nature of our business, our staff need to be able to obtain UK Security Clearance as a mandated requirement.

Therefore, if successful, you will need to provide proof of identity, employment history and right to work in the UK, along with proof of UK residency for at least five years.
 
If your skills and experience match this Principal Test Engineer opportunity, we encourage you to apply now!