Testing rigs, prototypes, and equipment is the responsibility of a Test Engineer. These engineers work with the marketing and research teams to detect defects in the products created by the company. They often conduct training with junior personnel. Test Engineers are paid good salaries and benefits.
A Test Engineer usually performs many of the following tasks:
• Maintaining a safe working environment
• Supporting operations
• Training junior staff
• Assisting Test Team Leader
• Liaising with project teams
• Designing prototypes

• Being flexible
• Being thorough
• Being professional
• Being self motivated
• Organisation
• Communication and presentation
• Problem solving
• Testing systems
• Being analytical and technical
• Project management
• Meeting deadlines
• Managing interpersonal relationships
• Teamwork
• Information technology
• Analysing statistics

To become a Test Engineer, students pursue courses in Civil, Construction, or Design Engineering. Employers accept ISEB, HND, HNC, or BTEC certification. Candidates who possess a Bachelors or Masters Degree have a greater chance of working as Test Engineers.