R&D Test Technician (ROLE NOW FILLED)

We are looking for a dynamic and thorough Test Technician to join our team and help bring new technologies ready to the field.

Overview of the role

The R&D Test Technician will be responsible for development testing and type approval of our new machines as they come through the development cycle.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Testing of new technologies under development, including Type approval of whole new products.  This will include hardware and software testing, cloud services, and standard operating procedures
  • Verification of whole machine performance
  • Development of new test tooling and methods where needed
  • Specification and development of new test equipment
  • Risk assessments
  • Ensure all R&D test equipment is serviced and calibrated
  • Detail design work for tooling & fixtures (mechanical, electronics, possibly software tooling)
  • Flex the day-job to help the operations engineer deploy new hardware or processes to the field or fix existing hardware

Desirable Characteristics 

  • Methodical, systematic approach to testing 
  • Can-do, hands-on attitude
  • Able to self-manage test throughput
  • Experience in testing complex systems, including hardware, networking, software
  • Familiarity with testing methods from relevant industries
  • Good data skills: Excel, understanding of basic statistics would be helpful
  • We welcome candidates from a range of backgrounds, education (HNC/D or degree), and experience levels
  • Full driving license is a must-have: Ability to drive a van to deploy robots would be strongly beneficial

If you would like to apply for this role, please send your C.V. and cover letter to recruitment@dogtoothtech.com 

Company No. 9079342 •
VAT No. 231708135 •
Millside, The Moor, Melbourn, SG8 6ED