Electronics Test Technician
Element Materials Technology • Wimborne Minster, England, United Kingdom
**Role & seniority: ** EMC Test Technician (hands-on, commercial product testing team) — training provided; no seniority specified beyond technician level.
**Stack/tools: ** EMC test equipment/tools (operate under supervision), lab/test setup and measurement logging; customer-site testing support.
**Top 3 responsibilities: **
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Prepare equipment and set up/assist with EMC testing of electronic products per standards/procedures.
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Operate test equipment under supervision and support test engineers.
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Record measurements/observations accurately; maintain lab setup/equipment/test environment and housekeeping; follow safety and internal procedures.
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Must-have skills:
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Engineering/STEM technical qualification (e.g., BTEC/HNC/degree) or relevant lab/testing experience
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Familiarity with test equipment and safety procedures
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Attention to detail, willingness to learn, team-focused and safety-conscious
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Ability/willingness to support testing at customer locations
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Full UK driving licence
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Availability Mon–Thu 08:30–17:00, Fri 08:30–15:45 (37.5 hrs/week)
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Nice-to-haves:
- Prior EMC/testing lab experience (implied by “relevant experience” and “familiarity”)
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Location & work type:
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Work type: Lab-based testing with occasional site/customer premises testing
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Location: Not specified in provided text (UK-related due to driving licence and scheduling).
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Full Description
Element are looking for an Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Test Technician to join our commercial product testing team. This is a hands-on role preparing equipment, supporting test engineers, and conducting EMC tests in line with commercial standards and internal procedures.
The role offers training and excellent development opportunities which is ideal for someone with technical aptitude, good attention to detail, and an interest in electronics.
Core Responsibilities
Set up and assist with EMC testing of electronic equipment. Operate test equipment under supervision. Accurately record measurements and observations. Prepare and maintain lab setups, equipment, and test environments. Follow internal procedures and contribute to lab housekeeping. Support site-based testing at customer premises when required.
Skills / Qualifications
Technical qualification (e.g. BTEC, HNC, Degree) in engineering / STEM subject or relevant experience in a testing or lab environment. Familiarity with test equipment and safety procedures. Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
To be successful in your application for this role you will require
Willingness to support testing at customer locations.
Availability to work Monday to Thursday: 08:30–17:00, and Friday: 08:30–15:45 (37.5 hours per week). A team-focused and safety-conscious attitude. Full UK driving licence.
Company Overview
Element is one of the fastest growing testing, inspection and certification businesses in the world. Globally we have more than 9,000 brilliant minds operating from 270 sites across 30 countries. Together we share an ambitious purpose to ‘Make tomorrow safer than today’.
