Test Engineer

TEST ENGINEER / TECHNICIAN SOUTHAMPTON UP TO £32K & GREAT BENEFITS

An innovative high-tech company in the Southampton area is looking for a hands-on Test Engineer / Technician to join its growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a rapidly expanding business developing cutting-edge chemical sensor technology used for pollutant and water quality monitoring in environmental and industrial applications.

You’ll be working in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment alongside experts in engineering, chemistry, and electronics — contributing to the development and testing of advanced sensor systems that make a real impact on environmental sustainability.

What’s on Offer?

Highly competitive salary, £24k - £32k (based on experience).

Company pension scheme.

23 days annual leave plus public holidays.

Flexible working arrangements available.

Excellent opportunities for professional growth and development.

Key Responsibilities of the Test Engineer:

Assemble, test, and calibrate sensor products to meet technical specifications.

Build and maintain test and calibration rigs to support product validation.

Conduct quality checks, reliability testing, and sensor conditioning.

Assist with the repair and assessment of returned devices.

Work closely with engineering and chemistry teams to ensure smooth production workflows.

Support customer equipment installations and field deployments when required.

Maintain compliance with company quality management systems (ISO 9001 & 14001).

About You:

You’re a practical, detail-oriented technician or engineer who enjoys hands-on technical work and problem-solving. You take pride in precision and quality, and you’re keen to develop your career within an innovative, high-growth technology business.

Essential Skills & Experience:

Qualification and/or experience in engineering, technical disciplines, or chemistry (Degree, HND/HNC, BTEC, or apprenticeship).

Strong practical and technical skills, with experience in hands-on engineering tasks.

Excellent attention to detail and a structured approach to work.

Self-motivated and able to work effectively with minimal supervision.

Quick learner, adaptable, and comfortable with new processes or technologies.

A collaborative team player with good communication skills.

Full right to work in the UK.

Desirable:

Industry experience in sensors, water, or environmental technology.

Experience working under quality management systems (ISO 9001 / 14001).

Valid UK driver’s licence.

Experience working with chemicals or reagent preparation.

How to Apply

If you’re excited by the opportunity to work with cutting-edge environmental sensor technology and want to make a real-world impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV for immediate consideration.