Electronics Test Engineer

The Pickering Group is a family-owned, UK-based electronics manufacturer established in 1968, specializing in high-quality switching, simulation, and relay products for industries like aerospace, automotive, and defense.

The Electronics Test Engineer is responsible for ensuring all new products meet the required specifications before they are commercially released. This will involve running a series of tests and measurements on all new modules to be added to the product range, whilst managing multiple projects.

Key Responsibilities:
• In depth testing of new and legacy products to the highest standard.
• Solving complex problems using your own initiative.
• Create C++ software applications for engineering and production test.

Required Qualifications:
• HNC/HND in electronic engineering
• Experience: Minimum of 4+ years of experience in electronics testing

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s/master’s degree in a related discipline (desirable but not essential)
• HNC/HND in electronic engineering

Key Skills
• Hands on experience in analog and digital electronics, including schematics, signal processing, and debugging.
• Proficiency in programming with C++ (or similar), particularly for automated test systems, although training will be given.
• Familiarity with testing tools and equipment, such as oscilloscopes, digital multimeters, signal generators, and logic analysers.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM PICKERING

People are at the heart of Pickering. We believe that each employee contributes directly to Pickering’s growth and success, in return we offer:

• A competitive salary
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Buying and selling holiday. Employees can buy up to 10 days if eligible.
• Life Insurance x4 annual salary, capped at £50k
• Corporate membership at the local gym and spa
• A thorough induction program, including a Pickering Pal being assigned to you to ensure you feel welcome and to check in on you during your probation
• Regular reviews and performance related pay increases (subject to business conditions)
• Employee wellbeing and mental health support through our partnership with Mind
• EAP with Sparks (Legal & General health and wellbeing digital home)
• Wellbeing Program with Spa Medical
• Choice of salary sacrifice on Pension contributions
• Paid company social events such as a summer festival and Christmas party
• Career progression
• Training programmes
• Sponsoring further education
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Potential for Worldwide Business Travel (role dependant)
• Free tea, coffee, and fresh fruit