AddressResponsibilities
East Leake, Loughborough
Weatherford have opportunities for a number of Electronic Test Engineers to join our Production Test Department during this period of growth. Your role will be to bench test and repair fully assembled electronic PCB’s, subassemblies and Compact tools in line with approved engineering drawings and specifications, whilst accurately and systematically recording all data gathered throughout the testing process used for monitoring and quality purposes. Weatherford International is a global company engaged in the design, manufacture and operation of sophisticated geophysical exploration equipment servicing the International Oil, Gas and Mineral exploration industries. You can look forward to an exciting career, great benefits package, collaborative working and opportunities to expand your skills in a global organisation. Weatherford is a global company, with a local feel. Every day is different, and you’ll have a good mix of hands on and theory work.
These roles are Monday-Friday; 36.25 hours per week.
Our generous benefits include:
- Private Health Care.
- Generous Pension Scheme.
- Life Assurance.
- 29 Days Annual Leave (+ 4 fixed bank holidays).
- Additional Leave Purchase Scheme.
- Weatherford has a professional development structure to promote career growth.
- Membership fees reimbursement.
Key Responsibilities
- Reporting to the Test Supervisor, your role will be to bench test and repair fully assembled electronic PCB’s, subassemblies and Compact tools in line with approved engineering drawings and specifications, whilst accurately and systematically recording all data gathered throughout the testing process used for monitoring and quality purposes.
- Accurate and systematic recording of all test data used for referral purposes, obtained from all PCB and tool tests. To perform environmental stress screening (ESS) to all assembled downhole PCB sub-assemblies in accordance with the specification clearly defined in the environmental test procedure for each sub assembly, ensuring the product is fit for purpose prior to sign off.
- Test and repair all products as prioritised by the Test Supervisor, with the main objective of meeting all requirements of the monthly production schedule, thereby ensuring that all tested product is moved to the next process according to the routing on the Works Order.
- At each stage of testing, work with inspection, mechanical assembly and engineers to ensure that precision aspects are maintained.
- Assist engineering and production to achieve continuous quality, reliability, and cost improvements in all aspects of Electronic Testing, through dialogue and implementation by submitting either Non-Conformity and Corrective Action Requests or Opportunity for Improvements, once such improvements and or amendments have been approved by the Test Supervisor.
- At the discretion of the Test supervisor to be able to multitask between both Test and Wiring departments assisting in maintaining workflow continuity during peaks and troughs in work output.
- To carry out any other duties as reasonably required by the Test Supervisor
Qualifications
Required
- Minimum HNC in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or equivalent.
- 5+ years of continuous experience in substantial Electronic Test and repair of precision equipment down to component level, using traditional testing methods (not ATE).
- Analogue and digital experience.
- Must be capable of working from circuit diagrams and schematics.
- Familiarity with all aspects of small electronic equipment manufacture, including printed circuit board assembly (preferably gained in the field of instrumentation and measurement).
- Proficient in the use of traditional Electronic Test instrumentation eg; oscilloscope, digital multi-meter, frequency counter.
- Electronic hand soldering iron and desoldering skills essential.
- Electrical stress screening experience (environmental testing).
- A team player with attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred
- 2 to 3 years SMT rework experience.
- PCB experience.
Heavy lifting of 10KG+ will be required in this role.
Company Overview
Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition.
Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team.
When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other’s successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.
Weatherford offers competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits program and provides you a challenging and enriching career path, with a healthy balance of structure and flexibility to chart your own course.
Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
