Our client is expanding it's Test department and are on the lookout for a Test Engineer to join their team in Portland, relocation if necessary paid for. In this role, you will be a vital link between the design and production departments and will actively contribute to defining test specifications, facilities, and processes. You will also play a key role in conducting tests across a diverse range of equipment, spanning from in-service systems to unique one-off and prototype designs. Beyond these responsibilities, we would look to you to drive continuous improvements throughout our design, manufacturing, and test processes. This involves close collaboration with System Design Authorities, multi-disciplinary engineers, and production staff to champion the principles of 'Design for Manufacture' and 'Design for Test'. Support and test of a range of bespoke products. Create, review and improve Test Specifications to support current and future test requirements. Identify process changes to enhance productivity, improve quality and reduce costs. Support System Design Authorities in test and manufacturing readiness reviews and the development of products. Transfer the testing of new products from engineering development to the manufacturing environment. Operate test equipment and identify new test equipment which may improve efficiency where necessary. Become involved in the design of bespoke and special-type test equipment. Promote ‘Design for Manufacture’ and ‘Design for Test’ amongst the engineering community. Support System Design Authorities with root cause analysis of any test failures. Support production personnel in adhering to Manufacturing Instructions and identifying the System Design Authority where improvements in processes could be introduced. ·Liaise with the Quality Assurance Manager to ensure test processes are enacted and supported in the production environment. Provide presentations of test results for all stakeholders to review. Estimate time required to complete given tasks choosing suitable metrics to compare performance. Provide analysis of test data to drive improvements. What you’ll need · Hands-on experience in testing in a development and production environment. · Experience developing and implementing Test Specifications. · Experience in fault finding and root cause analysis. · A good communicator with the ability to define problems, express ideas and share technical information at all levels. · Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. · Strong analytical approach with problem-solving skills and an eye for detail. · Self-motivated to effectively carry out the work required to complete allocated tasks. · A team player who understands a proactive, collaborative approach. · Able to obtain SC Clearance. · UK Driving License. · Ability to travel nationally and internationally if required. · Proficient in Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint What you’ll get · Full Engineering lifecycle with vertical exposure · Paid overtime or Time off in lieu upto 24 days extra annual leave per year · Flexible working, 4 day weeks · Role-specific allowances · Holiday entitlement · Pension scheme · Private medical care · Training and upskilling · Salary sacrifice schemes: Electric Vehicle, Cycle to work-Save money on a new bicycle and cycling accessories and get fit too · Company tech: Laptops, mobiles, and home office equipment · Relocation package