Electronic Test Technician

Job Title: Electronic Test Technician Location: Colchester Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 Employment Type: Permanent Working Arrangements: Onsite working Are you an experienced Electronics Test Technician who enjoys hands‑on testing, fault‑finding and working with complex electronic assemblies? This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading technology manufacturer working across advanced electronics. Why This Role Stands Out Work with a wide range of electronics, from digital, analogue and RF Circuits   Directly influence product quality, performance and reliability. Join a collaborative engineering team with strong development opportunities.  Key Responsibilities Perform electronics testing using oscilloscopes, signal generators, spectrum analysers, network analysers and other test equipment. Test, fault‑find and repair PCB assemblies and electro‑mechanical products down to component level. Carry out production, system and functional testing to internal and customer specifications. Diagnose and repair faulty finished goods, documenting findings and corrective actions. Build and configure test fixtures, jigs and ATS setups to support new and existing test processes. Interpret circuit diagrams, PCB layouts and wiring schematics to support troubleshooting. Work closely with engineering and production teams to improve test coverage, quality and throughput. Maintain, calibrate and ensure correct operation of all test equipment.    Experience & Skills Required 5+ years’ experience in electronics manufacturing, test or repair. Strong understanding of analogue and digital electronics. Confident in component‑level fault‑finding, rework and soldering. Experience with RF testing or RF equipment is highly desirable, but not essential. Familiarity with IP networks, embedded systems or wireless technologies is beneficial. Knowledge of IPC standards (IPC‑610 desirable). Strong communication, documentation and problem‑solving skills. Degree/HND in Electronics, Electrical Engineering or similar is beneficial but not essential.    Ready for Your Next Move? If you’re passionate about electronics testing, quality and hands‑on engineering, this role offers the chance to work with innovative products and a forward‑thinking team. For more information, please contact Cathy Swain.  T: (phone number removed) E: (url removed)