Test & Integration Engineer
Permanent Full Time
Near Southampton
£55,000 - £65,000
 

Introduction

If you are driven by technical challenge, fascinated by robotics, and motivated by hands‑on engineering, this opportunity will pique your interest immediately.

I am partnering with a pioneering organisation operating at the forefront of maritime autonomy, developing advanced autonomous marine platforms used across defence, security, environmental and commercial sectors. As part of their continued growth, my client is seeking a highly capable Integration & Test Engineer who thrives in multidisciplinary environments and enjoys bringing complex systems together into fully functional, high‑performance platforms.

This is a genuinely exciting chance to work on real hardware, tackle complex engineering problems, and contribute directly to next‑generation autonomous technology. 

Role Overview

My client is looking for an Integration & Test Engineer who will play a key role in integrating robotics hardware, embedded systems, sensors and software into operational marine systems. The position combines system integration, testing, diagnostics and collaborative engineering across multiple disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

• System Integration
• Integrate hardware, software, firmware and communication subsystems across autonomous marine platforms.
• Configure, calibrate and validate GNSS, INS, sonar, radar and navigation sensors.
• Support integration of embedded controllers and mission‑management software.
• Work collaboratively with software, electrical, mechanical and systems engineering teams to resolve integration challenges.
• Testing & Validation
• Develop, execute and document test plans, acceptance criteria and test procedures.
• Carry out bench testing, environmental testing and on‑water sea trials.
• Analyse test data, identify anomalies and create clear, actionable technical reports.
• Support fault‑finding, troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis.
• Ensure all test activities meet relevant safety, regulatory and quality standards.
• Documentation & Continuous Improvement
• Maintain integration logs, configuration records and all test documentation.
• Assist with risk assessments, hazard logs and compliance‑related artefacts.
• Provide input into design reviews with a focus on improving testability.
• Support the development of test tools, automation scripts and enhancements to internal test processes.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in Engineering, Electronics, Systems, Robotics or comparable discipline.
• Experience integrating and testing electromechanical, embedded or real‑time systems.
• Strong understanding of sensors, electronics and communication interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, Serial).
• Comfortable with hardware setup, wiring, instrumentation and test equipment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Experienced in analysing logs, performance metrics and system data sets.
• A structured problem‑solver with strong diagnostic ability.
• Excellent communication and report‑writing skills.
• Willingness to participate in dynamic environments, including occasional sea‑testing.
• Experience with robotics, autonomous systems or embedded‑software‑driven products.
• Familiarity with version control, defect tracking and configuration‑management tools.

Desirable Experience

• Background in marine, defence, aerospace or autonomous technology industries.
• Knowledge of sonar, AIS, radar or maritime navigation sensors.
• Understanding of safety‑critical or regulatory frameworks (DEF STAN, ISO, IMO).
• Ability to automate tests or analyse data using Python, MATLAB or similar tools.
• Experience working with simulation tools or middleware such as ROS or DDS.
• Understanding of telemetry, RF systems or remote communications.
• Experience operating small vessels or working in marine test environments.

 
Interested? Here’s How to Apply

If this role aligns with your experience and you’d like to explore it further, please send your up‑to‑date CV, and I will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
You can apply directly via this advert or email your CV to me at your earliest convenience.

 

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