Company: Astec Industries Europe Limited
Location: Omagh
Posted: May 12th, 2026
Under general supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Test Engineer is to lead product verification and validation activities for new product development and continuous improvement engineering.
Test Engineers can be asked to travel to develop business relationships with customers, dealers, and suppliers. They will also work with design engineers and participate in product focus groups to gain critical customer application and design suggestions which assist in the development of the product lines.
About The Role
Lead a cross functional testing program within New Product Development (NPD) Engineering that verifies and validates new and updated designs.
Work with product teams within NPD projects to determine machine, component, and system level testing requirements.
Provide support to Quality Improvement teams in determining test requirements for field quality issues.
Work with Continuous Improvement engineering to determine testing requirements for cost reduction projects or design improvements.
Create and maintain test plans and schedules.
Measurement, collection and analysis of data from validation activities utilising Dewesoft multichannel DAQ and Dewesoft X software.
Produce reports from test data and draw conclusions from the test data to provide recommendations to engineering teams.
Participate in establishment of standards, processes, and guidelines for validation of machines, systems, and controls.
Manage test equipment including inventory, organization, and calibration.
Participate in design reviews to provide inputs to validation and verification testing and interpretation of test results.
Must be able to lead and coordinate project efforts across multi-functional teams. This includes coordinating testing efforts, giving detailed instructions to other personnel, and frequently interacting with personnel from other departments.
Test Engineer is responsible for certain internal control responsibilities. These internal control responsibilities have been verbally communicated to the Test Engineer and periodic feedback is provided as it relates to the performance of these internal control responsibilities.
Job-related Skills and Abilities
Maintain positive, cooperative working relationships by working, interacting, and communicating with various personalities, getting along with customers, vendors, co-workers and management, working both individually and as part of a team
Proficient with personal computing, Microsoft Office Suite, 3-D CAD software applications (SolidWorks preferred), Data Acquisition Systems (Dewesoft preferred), and ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
Good organization and time-management skills
Ability to set daily priorities and adjust to sudden changes in project/priority and manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a positive fashion
Willingness to accept responsibility for assigned tasks and take on new challenges
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment on a customary and regular basis
Follow and actively support all company policies and procedures, to include a primary emphasis on safe operations
Document assigned tasks as required
Required Criteria
Skills Needed
About The Company
The Telestack Story
Servicing the quarrying and aggregate, mining, port, and terminal sectors, Telestack design and manufacture their equipment from their headquarters in Omagh. Based across 2 nearby sites, Telestack have grown extensively in numbers and employ people across a range of disciplines from engineering (design, mechanical, electrical), manufacturing, fabrication, quality, supply chain, project management, aftermarket and product support, sales, marketing, finance, HR, IT and many more. In addition, their turnover has increased substantially in that short period, and they are now one of the key private employers in the locality.
Utilising industry-leading software and technologies, Telestack have a track record of firsts. Their engineering team have developed concepts that have changed the nature of the sectors in which they operate. Guided by industry best practice, Telestack boast all the benefits of a large corporate company whilst maintaining the culture and ethos of a local family operation! The Telestack solutions are world-renowned, and the brand is known, respected and sought-after, by large blue-chip companies globally.
Company Culture
Astec Omagh
Telestack was purchased in 2014 by Astec Industries the >$1bn NASDAQ listed company who are one of America's leading manufacturers of equipment that builds much of the worlds infrastructure. Astec boast world celebrated brands such as Peterson grinders, Kolberg-Pioneer, Johnson Crushers and Osborn mining products, combining their centuries of experience under the trusted Astec brand.
Astec is a market-leading brand supplying equipment to several industries that include the asphalt, concrete, recycling, aggregate, road building, and mining sectors. They have a strategic global focus and over the last number of years, they have invested millions in their Omagh based European facility. These investments are the foundation upon which the next phase of growth will be built upon and the team in Omagh are seeking the very best talent to join them in their journey!
Ready to grow your career with a company that values innovation, ambition, and personal growth?
Company Benefits
Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Free parking, Cycle to work, Free work laptop, Competitive salary, Life insurance, Employee Assistance Scheme, Perks Card, Social Opportunities, Annual performance review, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app
Salary
Not disclosed
Benefits:
Vacation, Paid time off Retirement plan and/or pension Free parking Cycle to work Free work laptop Competitive salary
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