Test automation engineer (technical/r&d department) Work, Jobs in Manchester, Eng (with Salaries)

Test Automation Engineer (Technical/R&D Department)
Protec Fire Detection —Nelson
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Azure
QA Engineer (Automation and Manual) based in the UK
UMA —Halifax
- £40,000 - £50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Bachelor's degree
- APIs
- Annual leave
- Work from home
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Automation Test Engineer
Amber Labs —Manchester
- £45,000 - £50,000 a year
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- AWS
- APIs
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Test Engineer
FDM Group —Manchester
- Hybrid work
- AWS
- Analysis skills
- JavaScript
- Annual leave
6d
Firmware Engineer - Zigbee Specialist
IMI Plc - Legacy Precision —Blackburn with Darwen
- Full-time
- Engineering
- C++
- Bachelor's degree
- Free parking
Test Engineer
UBDS Group —Manchester
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Oracle
- SQL
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Senior QA Automation Engineer
Softcat —Manchester
- Hybrid work
- JavaScript
- APIs
- School
- Flexible schedule
13d
Test Engineer
Financial Wellness Group —Manchester
- SQL
- Communication skills
QA Engineer
Betfred —Manchester
- £37,000 - £46,500 a year
- Full-time
- SQL
- Continuous improvement
- APIs
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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10d
Software ML Engineer
Arm —Manchester
- £55,300 - £74,800 a year
- Hybrid work
- Analysis skills
- C++
- Software development
Test Engineer
Hamiltonian Dynamics —Manchester
- £40,000 - £85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Azure
- Java
- AWS
- Annual leave
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Principal Technical Safety Engineer – Software Development
Risktec Solutions —Warrington
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Engineering
- Data analysis skills
- Master's degree
DevOps Engineer (DV Security Clearance)
CGI —Manchester
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- AWS
- Travel
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Manchester - Junior Developer - Elevate Programme
Vantage Point —Manchester
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Java
- SQL
- JavaScript
Quality Engineer
Finova —Salford
- Hybrid work
- APIs
- AI
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Senior Automation Tester - Flutter, Agentic AI & API Systems
Zippd —Manchester
- Full-time
- English
- APIs
- IT
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Software Development Engineer in Test
Royal London —Alderley Edge
- Oracle
- JavaScript
- Software development
- Annual leave
Data QA Engineer
Arrow Global Group —Manchester
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Azure
- Computer Science
- Engineering
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QA Engineer
Zellis —Manchester
- Azure
- Master's degree
- AWS
- Annual leave
Debugger Software Engineer
Arm —Manchester
- £55,300 - £74,800 a year
- Hybrid work
- Java
- C++
- Machine learning

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Test Automation Engineer (Technical/R&D Department)

Protec Fire Detection -
Nelson

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Job details

Full-time

Qualifications

Microsoft Word
LabView
TCP
Microsoft Excel
Azure
Microsoft Outlook
Schematics
Engineering
C#
Test automation
Git
Microsoft Office
Docker
Product development
JavaScript
System testing
Scripting
GitHub
APIs
Software testing
TCP/IP
Jenkins
Communication skills
Python

Full job description

As a Test Automation Engineer, you’ll play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining automated test solutions that help us efficiently deliver high-quality, safety-critical products. You’ll work closely with firmware, software, and cloud developers to ensure our systems are thoroughly validated across all layers — from embedded firmware to user interfaces and APIs.

Person Specification Typical Responsibilities

Closing Date:TBC
Job Location:Nelson, Head Office

Contract Type

Full time
Salary

Dependent on previous experience
Hours

40 hours per week

Typical Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain automated test frameworks and scripts.
Develop and execute test cases covering functional, regression, and system-level testing.
Integrate automated tests into CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps).
Analyse test results, identify defects, and support root-cause investigations.
Collaborate across R&D teams to improve software quality and test coverage.
Contribute to test strategy discussions, documentation, and continuous improvement.
Assist in building and maintaining test environments, virtual devices, and simulators.

Person Specification

Candidates shall be able to demonstrate the necessary qualifications, experience, skills, and traits to meet the requirements set below. Requirements for the role shall be evidenced on the application form and in the interview process. Please use the following as guidance when completing the further information section of your application form.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Essential / Desirable

To be identified by

Degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g. electronics, software) .

Desirable

Application

Experience

Experience

Essential / Desirable

To be identified by

Hands-on experience developing and maintaining automated test scripts and frameworks (Python, C#, or JavaScript preferred).

Essential

Interview / Application

Strong understanding of software testing principles including functional, regression, integration, and system testing.

Essential

Interview / Application

Practical experience connecting test automation frameworks to physical hardware, such as I/O modules, relays, or simulated field devices.

Essential

Interview / Application

Familiarity with serial communications protocols (RS-232, RS-485, Modbus, CAN, TCP/IP).

Essential

Interview / Application

Experience building test systems that combine hardware inputs/outputs with automated verification of software behaviour.

Essential

Interview / Application

Experience using version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows.

Essential

Interview / Application

Working knowledge of API testing, scripting, and continuous integration tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins).

Essential

Interview / Application

Strong problem-solving ability with a methodical and analytical approach.

Essential

Interview / Application

Experience with National Instruments LabVIEW, TestStand, or similar test automation environments.

Desirable

Interview / Application

Understanding of signal conditioning, measurement accuracy, and calibration principles.

Desirable

Interview / Application

Knowledge of electronic circuits and the ability to interpret wiring diagrams or system schematics.

Desirable

Interview / Application

Experience integrating sensors, relays, actuators, or PLCs within automated test systems.

Desirable

Interview / Application

Exposure to embedded firmware testing or real-time operating systems (RTOS).

Desirable

Interview / Application

Familiarity with Docker or virtual test environments for scalable automation.

Desirable

Interview / Application

Skills / Abilities

Skills / Abilities

Essential / Desirable

To be identified by

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Essential

Interview / Application

Competent using Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.

Essential

Interview / Application

The ability to manage and maintain accurate records, detailed within technical documents.

Essential

Interview

Ability to communicate effectively with staff at varying levels throughout a company.

Essential

Interview

Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team and under own initiative.

Essential

Interview

Comfortable chairing discussions and capturing actionable minutes within an engineering team.

Essential

Interview

Understanding of regulation standards and legal obligations relating to product development.

Essential

Interview

Other

Other

Essential / Desirable

To be identified by

Commitment to confidentiality and data protection.

Essential

Interview

Enthusiasm, innovation, and willingness to learn.

Essential

Interview / Application

Task ownership, and drive to hit deadlines.

Essential

Interview / Application

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