Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Technical Lead

Reference: 630862Posted: 2026-09-11Location: CambridgeshireCompany: Planet Pharma GroupContact: ApplicationsEmail: View email address on click.appcast.io Test Equipment (ATE) Technical LeadAre you a seasoned engineering professional with a passion for driving innovation in automated testing? Join our forward-thinking team as an Automated Test Equipment (ATE) Technical Lead and play a pivotal role in shaping our manufacturing excellence. This hybrid role offers the unique opportunity to lead multidisciplinary projects, collaborate across continents, and influence production-line success — all within a dynamic and supportive environment.As an ATE Technical Lead, you will define test strategies, guide hardware architecture decisions, and spearhead the integration and deployment of automated test systems across manufacturing facilities. You will work closely with internal engineering teams and external manufacturing partners, ensuring seamless technical alignment, issue resolution, and process optimization. Your leadership will directly impact production quality, yield improvements, and scalable ATE solutions.Required Skills:Bachelor’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical fieldMinimum of 5 years’ hands-on experience with ATE system integration, development, validation, deployment, and production supportProven leadership in multidisciplinary engineering or manufacturing projectsExtensive expertise with hardware systems, embedded interfaces, networks, instrumentation, debugging, and system-level integrationProficiency with National Instruments TestStand, automated test development, and related platformsStrong programming skills in Python, with experience in test automation, debugging, data processing, and system integrationAnalytical capabilities for test data analysis, failure investigation, and process improvementNice to Have Skills:Experience with Linux-based systems, command-line tools, and SQL databasesKnowledge of manufacturing databases, production data pipelines, and engineering data analysis toolsFamiliarity with communication protocols such as I2C, SPI, UART, EthernetExperience with fixture design, tester safety, calibration, and production maintainabilityUnderstanding of server, platform, and test station management in production environmentsPrior experience working with subcontractors, external vendors, and procurement processes in manufacturing settingsPreferred Education and Experience:B.Sc. or higher in a relevant technical disciplineAt least 5 years’ experience in automation and test systems within a manufacturing environmentIf you’re ready to lead cutting-edge testing initiatives and make a tangible impact on manufacturing quality, we encourage you to apply now. Take the next step in your career and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.