Technical manager (PCB Design and semiconductor test)

Technical Manager – PCB design and Semiconductor Test House
Location: Andover, Hampshire
Overview
Osprey Engineering is exclusively retained to appoint a Technical Manager / Director to lead engineering operations within a PCB design and Semiconductor test environment. This position will play a key role in driving technical excellence, supporting production, and maintaining high standards within a controlled test setting.
Technical Requirements & Expertise
The role requires a strong technical foundation across electronics, with particular emphasis on testing, design, and development:
* Solid experience in electronics testing and fixturing, alongside design and circuit development
* Hands-on, component-level experience including testing, fault finding, and design
* A balanced background across both test and design environments
* Understanding of PCB design processes, including back-end activities such as assembly and testing
* Familiarity with, or willingness to learn, ESD testing methodologies (HBM, CDM, LU, TLP)
* Strong analytical capability with the ability to quickly understand new technologies and concepts
* Comfortable working across multidisciplinary areas including electronics (hardware/software), mathematics, computing, communications, manufacturing, and testing
* Ideally degree-qualified in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline
Leadership & Commercial Responsibilities
This role combines technical leadership with operational and project responsibility:
* Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering team
* Oversee engineering activities across the full testing lifecycle
* Manage project delivery, timelines, and resource allocation
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, yield, and quality
* Support equipment performance, maintenance strategies, and troubleshooting
* Collaborate closely with operations, quality, and senior leadership teams
* Promote a culture of safety, compliance, and high performance
* Balance multiple priorities within a fast-paced, high-tech environment
Company & Role Fit
* Ability to understand a broad range of electronic devices and applications
* Experience within high-tech manufacturing, or test environments
* Knowledge of ESD or cleanroom environments is beneficial
* Must be able to commute to Andover daily or be willing to relocate
* A stable career history and a genuine interest in long-term project contribution are important