Established over 35 years ago, Kentec Electronics Ltd. has evolved into one of the world’s leading independent fire control panel manufacturers. Over the years the Kentec name has become synonymous with World class product, great service and excellent support. Based in Dartford, Kent, Kentec is a truly global supplier, exporting control equipment to over 90 countries Worldwide, and in many different languages. Job title: Verification Test Engineer Job Specification Main purpose of job: An international market leader in the design and development of Control and Indicating Fire equipment and sensory devices are looking for a Test & Verification Engineer to join our growing R&D team in Rochester, Kent. The individual should be self-motivated, creative, and proactive to work successfully in a fast-paced environment including multiple platforms and architectures, diverse technologies, and lab environments. environment. Responsibilities: To determine and implement test strategies for new and existing products Liaising with the hardware and software development team for testability implementation Creating Test Schedules, Test Plans, Test Cases & Reports using Practi-Test tool Creation of Test Support Equipment Executing Tests for Hardware Verification & Software Regression Documenting Test Results and creation of Final Reports Regulatory European and International Compliance support Key Skills/Experience: HND level or above in Electronics or other relevant discipline Experience in electronic circuit fault finding and repairs Understanding of test methodologies and automation frameworks Understanding of circuit schematic designs and general circuit layouts Familiar with lab/bench equipment (i.e. oscilloscopes, meters and signal generators) Experience with Labview and/or Test-stand Experience in the use of Automation Testing Tools with strong scripting skills, either in the use of industry leading Functional & Performance Test Automation tools and/or, the use of custom tooling developed using Java, Python, Shell scripting etc. Support role for product regulatory compliance test houses Nice to have: Programming experience: C, C++, OO programming, Visual Basic, or other Understanding of EMC Understanding or Experience in Fire Control panels and relevant EN standards Job Specifics 24 days holiday Free Parking Enhanced workplace pension scheme Enhanced parental leave Employee Assistance Programme Unlimited access to 24/7 GP and wellbeing experts (Smart Health) Financial well-being scheme (Salary Finance) Employee referral Scheme Long service Awards Free Mental Health First Aid Courses Life Assurance Cycle to work Scheme Internal training Company Events Employee benefits, discounts and perks (Rewards Gateway) Volunteer with a charity of your choice for a day each year Get the lates tech at the best price and spread the payments over your salary interest-free (SmartTech)