Lead Test Engineer

JOB – Lead Test Engineer

LOCATION – Norfolk

TERM – Permanent

SALARY – £36,000 - £42,000 DOE

My client is a growing engineering business, seeking an experienced Lead Test Engineer to take responsibility for its testing and final preparation department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Test Engineer with strong electrical and mechanical knowledge to lead a team, oversee product testing and ensure bespoke engineering solutions meet the highest standards of quality, safety and performance.

The ideal candidate will have:

• At least 3 years' experience within an engineering testing environment
• Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical engineering systems
• Experience interpreting electrical and mechanical engineering drawings
• Previous experience leading, supervising or mentoring a team
• Good knowledge of testing, validation and quality procedures
• Strong health and safety awareness
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement
• Good IT skills
• HNC in Electrical Engineering or equivalent qualification

The role will involve:

• Managing the day-to-day activities of the Test Department
• Leading and coordinating a team of Test Engineers
• Planning testing schedules, resources and workloads to meet project deadlines
• Overseeing mechanical, electrical and process testing of engineering products
• Developing and improving testing procedures and processes
• Driving test automation, efficiency improvements and waste reduction
• Ensuring compliance with company policies and health and safety regulations
• Maintaining accurate test records, documentation and certification
• Training, mentoring and developing team members
• Hosting and supporting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), liaising directly with customers
• Producing departmental performance reports and supporting wider business improvements
• Attending customer sites when required

The company offers:

• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance (3x annual salary after qualifying period)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health and wellbeing initiatives
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Company events
• Free on-site parking
• Monday to Friday working week with an early finish on Fridays

Many thanks – Lynx Recruitment