Engineering Test Technician

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Engineering Test Technician to join a leading electronics company based in Clacton on Sea, Essex.

The successful Engineering Test Technician based in Clacton on Sea, Essex, will report to the Engineering Test Manager and play a crucial role in testing, maintaining, and calibrating a wide range of electronic products and equipment to the highest standards, including compliance with UKAS requirements.

This hands-on role also supports senior engineers on complex testing and development projects.

Key Responsibilities of the Engineering Test Technician based in Clacton on Sea, Essex,:

• Conduct technical tests and investigations on both new and legacy products using a range of equipment, including: Vector Network Analysers, Oscilloscopes, High Voltage Power Supplies, Digital Multimeters (DMMs), and more.


• Prepare detailed test reports and maintain well-organised test result archives.


• Collaborate with engineering and production teams to troubleshoot and resolve test-related issues.


• Perform soldering tasks for cables and connectors and assist with fault diagnosis down to component level.


• Manage the calibration of all departmental test equipment to UKAS standards, including liaising with external calibration providers and maintaining accurate calibration records.

The ideal Engineering Test Technician based in Clacton on Sea, Essex will have:

• A BTEC Level 3, A Levels, or equivalent in an engineering discipline with a focus on electronics.


• Proven experience using test equipment such as oscilloscopes, DMMs, and network analysers.


• Hands-on experience in electronics fault-finding and test.


• Basic programming experience, ideally with C++ in Visual Studio, for test automation purposes.


• A strong understanding of electronic principles and a practical, problem-solving mindset.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow within a supportive engineering environment, working on high-performance products used across a wide range of applications.

A competitive salary and opportunities for further technical development are offered.

APPLY NOW for the Engineering Test Technician role based in Clacton on Sea, Essex, by sending your CV and cover letter to ltemple@redlinegroup.Com or call Lewis on 01582878820.