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Test Engineer – LabVIEW
Location: Peterlee
Salary: Up to £45,000
Contract: Permanent

We’re working with an established engineering and manufacturing business in Peterlee that designs and produces advanced rechargeable battery solutions. They are looking to add a Test Engineer (LabVIEW) to their Engineering team to support new product development and ongoing manufacturing test capability.

This role would suit a proactive and detail-oriented test engineer with strong LabVIEW experience, a structured approach to problem solving, and a genuine interest in developing automated test equipment in a production-focused environment.

The Role
Working within the Engineering team, you will support new product testing and development while assisting with the design, development and maintenance of custom automated test equipment. You’ll collaborate closely with Electronics Test Engineers, Test Technicians, NPI, Production and Quality teams to deliver robust, reliable test solutions.
  
Key Responsibilities

Test Design & Execution

Design and execute test plans for new rechargeable battery products
Develop test specifications in line with customer requirements and SPQP standards
Conduct failure mode analysis and support prevention activities to improve product reliability Equipment Development & Maintenance

Design, develop and validate new automated test equipment and fixtures
Maintain, improve and troubleshoot existing test equipment to ensure accuracy and efficiency
Manage version control of compiled firmware (hex files) and support programming fixtures Production & Technical Support

Provide technical support and fault-finding expertise to production teams
Contribute to PFMEA activities and provide test input into NPI processes Quality, Validation & Reporting

Verify and validate test equipment in line with company and industry standards
Maintain accurate test documentation in accordance with quality management systems
Produce clear test reports and communicate results internally and externally Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (BEng) or equivalent experience
Previous experience in a test engineering role within electronics or manufacturing
Strong programming skills in LabVIEW (primary tool, established VI libraries)
Additional programming experience in C# and Arduino platforms
Experience using SQL databases for test data acquisition and analysis
Strong fault-finding and troubleshooting capability on both equipment and products
Excellent IT skills across a range of applications
Clear written and verbal communication skills
Highly organised, self-motivated and adaptable, with the ability to prioritise effectively Why apply?

Salary up to £45,000
Hands-on role with strong involvement in new product development
Opportunity to design and influence automated test systems
Collaborative engineering environment with long-term stability
Clear scope for technical development and continuous improvement For more information or to apply, contact:
Lewis Phillips
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