Test Engineer

Plexus Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Livingston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Ingrained in our culture of inclusion is the philosophy that each individual offers diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that create great outcomes when we are united as a team.

We embrace the differences of all our colleagues, celebrate diversity and welcome applications from underrepresented groups and candidates, regardless of their background. We are proud to be registered as the Disability Confident committed employer, and we recruit purely on the basis of skills and experience.

Who we are and what we do?

We help our customers deliver products to the world which have a profound impact on people’s lives.
From ultrasound units and 3D printing to network security applications and in-flight Wi-Fi, we help create products that build a better world.
We’re a global team of experts who partner with our customers to bring their products to life through inspired innovation and world-class customer service.

Whether you’re looking to start, change, or advance your career find your path at Plexus and leave your mark on the world with us.

Purpose Statement:

Join our dynamic UK Engineering team at Plexus Livingston site as a Test Engineer. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to impact our projects, advance your career, and contribute to the ongoing success of Plexus.

As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical direction on test and inspection equipment, supporting test processes, and ensuring the successful implementation and validation of test equipment at our site.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Follow global Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
2. Lead the introduction of testing for new customers and products.
3. Support test quote requests based on the RFQ process.
4. Implement Engineering Change Orders (ECO) for testing.
5. Lead test acceptance and yield improvement processes.

Skills & Experience Required:

1. Experience in the lifecycle support of electronic product testing solutions in Aerospace/Defence, Medical, and Industrial sectors.
2. Background in Contract Electronics Manufacturing is a strong advantage.
3. Degree or master's in electronics engineering or a related field preferred; HNC minimum with relevant experience.
4. Self-starter with excellent attention to detail, strong problem-solving skills and a positive, team-oriented attitude.
5. Ability to interface directly with customers on technical matters related to electronic product testing.
6. Contribution to the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) process, including FMEA and Control Plans.
7. Conducting test acceptance for both customer-provided and Plexus-developed test solutions.
8. Defining and supporting calibration and preventative maintenance processes.
9. Validating test systems/fixtures for compliance with ISO 13485 and FDA 21 CFR 820 standards.
10. Performing failure analysis and yield improvement actions on PCBAs and complete end products.
11. Utilizing problem-solving techniques like 8D corrective action.
12. Providing practical manufacturing requirements input to regional test development projects.
13. Exposure to programming and scripting languages such as NI TestStand/LabVIEW, Visual Basic, C++, and Python.
14. Experience with boot code programming, firmware deployment, flash device programming, and serial communications.
15. Using electronic test and measurement instruments and automated test solutions, including DVMs, PSUs, oscilloscopes, power meters, and network analyzers, (RF testing experience is a plus).

Why Join Us?

Make a significant impact within a leading company.

Grow your career with opportunities for professional development.

Collaborate with a dedicated and innovative team.

Apply today to be part of a team where your expertise and passion for electronics testing will be highly valued and rewarded.

This document does not represent a contract of employment and is not intended to capture every possible assignment the incumbent could be asked to perform.

Why you will love it?

At Plexus, we’re at our best when opportunities are met with passion, open communication, and teamwork. Our employees work alongside a global team of experts who engage in projects that span a variety of industries – helping our customers in creating the products that build a better world.

At Plexus, you will find:

1. A workplace centered on collaboration and integrity.
2. Supportive leadership teams that value work-life balance through a flexible work environment.
3. An inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, experiences, and expertise.
4. Flexible career paths across a variety of disciplines.
5. Innovative design solutions and state-of-the-art technology that improves lives.

Through our commitment to local community involvement we encourage our employees to participate in outreach activities with charities, local Schools, Universities, and Colleges and to promote careers in the STEM fields.

Additionally, when you join, we want you to enjoy what you do and be rewarded for your contribution, so we have a range of attractive benefits on offer:

1. Online learning and formal development programs.
2. Enhanced pension contributions.
3. 33 days of annual leave (inclusive of public holidays).
4. Paid family leave.
5. Private medical insurance.
6. Group income protection insurance.
7. Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
8. Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme.
9. Cycle to work scheme.
10. Volunteer time off.
11. Life assurance.
12. Occupational health.
13. Onsite gym/ discounted gym.

Application Process

We don’t look for culture fit, but culture add. We value all the perspectives our team brings to the table, and we want to hear from YOU. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions, and will look at candidates holistically, balancing work, education and additional experiences.

About Us

Since 1979, Plexus has been partnering with companies to create the products that build a better world. We are a team of over 20,000 individuals who are dedicated to providing Design and Development, Supply Chain Solutions, New Product Introduction, Manufacturing and Sustainability Services. Plexus is a global leader that specializes in serving customers in industries with highly complex products and demanding regulatory environments. Plexus delivers customer service excellence to leading companies by providing innovative, comprehensive solutions throughout a product’s lifecycle. For more information about Plexus, visit our website at www.plexus.com.