Hardware Test Engineer Contract (Inside IR35)Location: Brentwood, CM14 4DZ6+ Month Contract | Hybrid (4 Days Onsite)Client: CEI
Job Overview:
We are recruiting a Hardware Test Engineer to support CEIs hardware design, development, and testing activities. This role involves hands-on validation, debugging, RF testing, and collaboration across engineering teams. Ideal for someone with strong lab skills and experience in consumer-electronics hardware.
Key Responsibilities

• Perform hardware test, verification, and validation on embedded and electronic systems.
• Review and interpret schematics, PCB layouts, and engineering documentation.
• Carry out RF testing, including Wi-Fi and Bluetooth performance checks.
• Use lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and multimeters for troubleshooting.
• Document test results clearly and maintain accurate technical records.
• Work with software, project management, and cross-functional engineering teams.
• Support onsite and offsite test activities as needed.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong background in hardware testing, debugging, and validation.
• Ability to read and understand schematics and PCB layout designs.
• Experience with communication interfaces such as DDR, SPI, IC, etc.
• Hands-on experience with test equipment:
• Oscilloscopes
• Logic analysers
• Multimeters
• RF knowledge, especially Wi-Fi and Bluetooth testing.
• Experience with engineering tools like Altium, LTSpice, and terminal/serial communication tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with engineering teams.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with Python or scripting for hardware test automation.
• Prior exposure to consumer electronics, IoT, or TV/set-top-box hardware.
• Familiarity with AI-based test automation or data analysis tools.