Headline

Test & Validation Engineer | PCB Diagnostics | Reliability Testing | ATE | Root Cause Analysis | Python Automation | 5+ Years | UK & India Experience | SDV

About

Test & Validation Engineer with 5+ years of experience in industrial electronics manufacturing across the UK and India. Specialized in PCB-level fault diagnosis, reliability validation, electrical safety testing, and automated test optimization in high-volume production environments. Hands-on expertise in AC/DC Hipot testing (HAL 101), ATE systems, Python-based test automation, and structured root cause analysis (RCA). Delivered measurable improvements including: Increased first-pass yield by 12% Reduced rework time by 30%, saving ~120 production hours per month Optimized ATE sequences, reducing test cycle time by 18% Strong interest in automotive electronics validation, safety-critical systems testing, and compliance-driven product verification roles.

Location

Greater Bengaluru Area

AI stack

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Work experience

Product Validation Engineer at Apollo Fire Detectors, May 2023 - Dec 2025 · 2 yrs 8 mos, Havant, England, United Kingdom, Performed comprehensive electronic testing and validation of industrial fire detection products, ensuring compliance with functional specifications and final quality acceptance criteria. ▪ Diagnosed PCB-level faults, isolated defective components, and completed precision repairs, enhancing product reliability and reducing field failure rates. ▪ Validated and calibrated oscilloscopes, HAL 101 AC/DC Hipot testers, automated test equipment, and measurement systems weekly, maintaining precise instrument accuracy and procedural integrity. ▪ Executed functional, reliability, and environmental tests on assemblies using LabVIEW, MATLAB, and Python scripts to verify operational performance. ▪ Developed and documented standardised test procedures and work instructions aligned with ISO quality standards and engineering best practices. ▪ Maintained and repaired test rigs, supported design improvements, and installed updated fixtures to increase test repeatabili ty and throughput. ▪ Integrated Python-based automation code into existing test systems, enabling long-duration unattended testing (up to 18 hours) while maintaining strict quality controls. ▪ Collaborated cross-functionally with engineering and production teams, driving corrective actions and process enhancements that improved testing efficiency and output.

Test support Technician at Captec, Jul 2021 - Mar 2023 · 1 yr 9 mos, Fareham, England, United Kingdom, Diagnosed and isolated hardware faults at component and PCB levels, including testing of LED, IR, LASER, and pulsed laser diode assemblies, using oscilloscopes and diagnostic tools. ▪ Validated test outcomes against detailed engineering documentation and failure reports, contributing to consistent product performance and process reliability. ▪ Facilitated production test cycles by coordinating workflows with engineering and manufacturing teams to achieve high first-pass yield standards. ▪ Maintain and calibrate diagnostic instruments in accordance with ESD controls, PAT testing procedures, and electrical safety protocols. ▪ Supported continuous improvement by documenting test results, reporting defects, and recommending corrective actions to reduce rework and enhance throughput.

Education

Master's degree, Information Technology, University of Portsmouth

Bachelor's degree, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering, University of Hyderabad