Contract Manufacturing Support Engineer

About the Role:

We're seeking a Manufacturing Test Engineer to support the production of advanced electronic and optoelectronic systems.

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role focused on fault-finding, technical analysis, and continuous improvement to ensure smooth and efficient manufacturing operations.


You'll work on a flexible shift pattern (weekday and/or weekend), contributing to product delivery and quality standards while mentoring production staff and supporting new technologies into manufacture.

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  Competitive pay rates with long-term contract security


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  Work with cutting-edge technologies used in global infrastructure


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  Join a collaborative and innovative engineering team


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  Hands-on involvement with complex systems in a critical manufacturing environment

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  Provide expert support to submerged manufacturing processes of electronic/optoelectronic products


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  Troubleshoot and resolve urgent manufacturing issues


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  Analyse and diagnose returned units from the field


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  Review test data and communicate findings to the Senior Control Engineer


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  Partner with development engineers to enhance test systems and processes


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  Design and refine test stations and interfaces


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  Support seamless new product introductions into production


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  Deliver technical training to submerged manufacturing staff

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  Degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Optics, or Opto-electronics


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  Experience in electronics manufacturing and fault diagnosis


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  Strong understanding of electronic circuits and/or optical components


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  Ability to read and interpret complex schematics


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  Skilled in data analysis; experience with Lean Six Sigma and automated test processes


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  Self-sufficient problem solver, able to work under pressure


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  Experience with high-reliability products preferred


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  Strong communication and collaboration skills

Weekday Shifts (Monday-Thursday) - 42.5 hours/week:

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  Day Shift:
  
  
  
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    Monday: 06:00 - 17:45
  
  
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    Tuesday to Thursday: 06:00 - 17:15
  
  
  
  


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  Night Shift: (with 10% uplift)
  
  
  
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    Monday: 18:00 - 05:45
  
  
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    Tuesday to Thursday: 18:00 - 05:15
  
  
  
  

Weekend Shifts (Friday-Sunday) - 33 hours/week:

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  Day Shift:
  
  
  
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    Friday to Sunday: 06:00 - 17:45
  
  
  
  


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  Night Shift: (with 10% uplift)
  
  
  
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    Friday to Sunday: 18:00 - 05:45
  
  
  
  

If you're a detail-driven engineer looking to contribute to high-impact, technically challenging manufacturing, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-class team.