Production Test Engineer - LabVIEW
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer issued few or no visas recently
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£46,100
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2129 (75% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £46,100, and Paxton Access Ltd is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3113 (Engineering technicians, Test engineer (technician) index entry; role involves hands-on test equipment work) or SOC 2125 (Production and process engineers, Production test role supporting manufacturing operations and NPI). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2129 Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified Most likely code | £33,400 | £36,900 | £41,500 | £46,100 |
3113 Engineering technicians Also possible | £33,400 | £34,000 | £38,300 | £42,500 |
2125 Production and process engineers Also possible | £33,400 | £36,000 | £40,500 | £45,000 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
At the heart of Paxton, we are innovators, we look for ways of harnessing new technology to provide better solutions for our customers. We're a global brand with nearly 40 years of experience; our team of over 400 employees is spread around the world.
We pride ourselves on creating a vibrant environment, with a focus on excellent company culture. Our teams make Paxton a great place to work with brilliant benefits that come with any role at Paxton, with an emphasis on career progression, training and development, and recognition of achievement for every employee.
So, what are the benefits?
- We run a great social calendar with wine tasting, cooking classes, onsite yoga, staff parties, monthly internal events and more. It's rare you won't see something going on!
- Private medical insurance (Opt in) and healthcare cash-back plan with Health Shield.
- Join a Carbon Neutral company - Paxton is Carbon Neutral in the UK, France, Germany & South Africa!
- Modern offices, collaboration spaces, onsite mini-gym, and a gourmet café with subsidised food.
- Discounted fitness memberships up to 75% off in your area with GymFlex.
- Get involved with collaborative internal groups like our Green Team, EDI Team and the Charity Team.
- Tech, bike, and travel or season ticket loans.
- 25-days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can buy & sell up to 5 days a year.
- Recognised as one of the Best Companies to Work for in the UK, by Best Companies™.
About the role
Join our Hardware Test team based in Brighton, where you'll be responsible for ensuring the quality, reliability and performance of our products. You'll design, maintain and optimise production test equipment, developing innovative automated test solutions that support both new product introduction and ongoing manufacturing operations.
- Develop, deploy and maintain production test systems for both new and existing hardware products using LabVIEW and JTAG Boundary Scan technologies.
- Manage assigned projects and tasks to ensure delivery within agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards.
What can you expect from this role?
- Own automated test systems and see your work used in production.
- Work across hardware and software, solving real-world engineering challenges.
- Drive product quality and innovation from development through to manufacture.
What are we looking for?
- Several years experience developing production test solutions in an electronics manufacturing environment, including LabVIEW-based automated test systems.
- Experience with electronics testing, test jig development, fault diagnosis and troubleshooting to component level.
- A positive, organised and adaptable team player with excellent communication skills and a methodical approach to problem solving.
The right attitude is more important to us than your skills or experience. If you're excited about a role but your existing experience doesn't match up with every element of the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
We want to collaborate with you and hear your ideas, most of all, we want people to enjoy the journey with us. Take a look at what our team thinks of working here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WH7Pi3--zc
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Paxton Access Ltd, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Engineering professionals not elsewhere classified (SOC 2129) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~167k in sample- Middle half £37,856–59,488
- Median £46,280
- Going rate £46,100
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £33,400–41,500
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Paxton Access Ltd holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2129 going rate of £46,100. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.