Test & Release Engineer - Utilities

Engineer – Test & Release

Location: On site at our Crawley Court, Head Office.

We offer

• Up to £50K
  
  
• 6% pension contribution
  
  
• Private Medical
  
  
• 25 days annual leave
  
  
• Access to our comprehensive flexible benefits including discounts on big brands, wellness and employee assistance programmes, gymflex, buy and sell annual leave, travel and dental insurance.
  
  Purpose
  
  We’re looking for an engineer that uses innovative problem-solving, forward-compatible automation and best practice test lab management to optimise our test facilities and capabilities. Supports Smart Utilities Networks (SUN) and Media & Broadcast (M&B) end-to-end testing.
  
  You will design, build and maintain test automation for our network connectivity and communications device testing, enabling more tests to be run remotely and reducing test-set configuration times. To manage and support test environments that mirror production conditions, you will ensure quality, reliability and innovation at every stage of development.
  
  Accountabilities
  
  
• Develop the Test Automation Framework, test tools and robotics capability to reduce test times and improve results (with associated documentation).
  
  
• Identify candidates for automation and manage on-going roadmap of initiatives.
  
  
• Support active testing by providing testers with assistance and troubleshooting.
  
  
• Identify general test improvement opportunities and work on initiatives that increase reliability, capability and capacity to support test strategies.
  
  
• Assist with the maintenance of test lab racks, equipment, network, power etc in order to support test strategies and test plans
  
  
• Contribute to the design and build of hardware, software and connectivity solutions to expand and improve test capabilities for new and existing products.
  
  
• Contribute to the development of lab management best practice e.g. business continuity, disaster recovery, asset management.
  
  Skills
  
  
• Understanding of testing principles and tools.
  
  
• Aptitude for electronics, IT and connectivity in a business environment.
  
  
• Experience of CAD, programming and scripting e.g. Python, SQL, Javascript.
  
  Knowledge & Experience
  
  
• Experience designing and building test automation frameworks.
  
  
• Experience working with wireless communications e.g. radio frequency, antennas, transceivers.
  
  
• Experience working with wide area network infrastructure e.g. racks, routers, cabling.
  
  
• Experience working on projects that range from large contract-prescribed test requirements to small innovative initiatives that drive incremental improvements.
  
  
• Demonstrates curiosity to delve into test practices and identify opportunities for improvement and automation.
  
  
• Demonstrates attention to detail and regulatory requirements.
  
  
• Experience of test automation and robotics.
  
  
• Experience working with build or test teams working on networks or connectivity.
  
  
• Curious and collaborative approach to problem solving.
  
  
• Experience working in a small team with wide scope of responsibility.
  
  Qualifications: Computer Science, Information Technology or engineering-related degree (or equivalent).
  
  We are the undisputed leader in UK TV and radio broadcast, and the UK’s leading Smart utilities platform, directly shaping the future of connectivity.
  
  Through our established infrastructure we ensure that media and data are delivered exactly where they’re needed most, whether it’s bringing content to your TV or radio or transmitting data from your smart meter to your utility provider - chances are our services are a part of your daily life, seamlessly connecting you through our behind-the-scenes technology.
  
  With an impressive history and an innovative future ahead of us, leading the transition of global media distribution to cloud based solutions and creating scalable solutions for new connectivity sectors - you’ll have many opportunities to develop and grow your unique career with us.
  
  Why Arqiva? Reward . Connection . Growth
  
  At Arqiva, we believe in supporting you to be your best, both at work and outside of it. That’s why our rewards and benefits go far beyond your pay; take a look at our totalreward2025 booklet.
  
  Here, you’ll find endless opportunities to connect, whether that’s with colleagues through our internal networks and events or by making a difference in the communities where we work.
  
  And when it comes to your career, we’re committed to helping you grow. Whether you want to become a specialist in your field or climb to the top, we’ll support you every step of the way