Diagnostic ATE Engineer

Role overview

An employer in Wimborne, Dorset is seeking Diagnostic ATE Test Engineers to join the manufacturing team on site. The position focuses on testing specialist wiring assemblies and a variety of analogue and digital products using automatic test equipment, along with checking products and supporting documents against agreed definitions.

What you will do

• Carry out testing of electronic and electro-mechanical products, including low voltage, 110V, 230V, 440V and E.H.T. equipment, by following the relevant test instructions or specifications and using the required bench or ATE test setups.
• Track down faults in equipment down to component level.
• Fix identified issues or trigger corrective action when needed, while keeping accurate fault records.
• Identify problems with test equipment and repair them where allowed, or escalate for maintenance support.
• Keep the work area tidy, maintain strong housekeeping standards, and work in line with safety rules and applicable codes of practice.
• Complete all hard-copy, digital and ERP records carefully so product traceability is maintained.
• Contribute to continuous improvement activities, including 6S and lean manufacturing practices.

What the role requires

• Proven background in production testing with both commercial and custom analogue test equipment.
• Hands-on experience with Teradyne ATE platforms, with Teradyne SP9000 being a plus.
• Confidence in reading and applying manufacturing documents such as drawings, bills of materials, wiring schedules and test specifications.
• Ability to fault-find to component level and work from circuit diagrams and wiring information with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong organisation and prioritisation skills, with the flexibility to manage multiple tasks at once.
• Familiarity with ESD controls and IPC-A-610/620 standards.
• Ability to lift and move test equipment and products, and willingness to occasionally work extended hours.

Preferred background

• HNC or ONC in Electronics, or an equivalent technical qualification.
• IPC-A-610/620 qualification.
• Experience in electrical assembly, precision cable preparation and soldering.

Additional information

This is a full-time, onsite role. The work involves a mix of analogue and digital test activity within a manufacturing environment, and the successful candidate should be comfortable working with physical equipment and supporting production needs as required.