Test Engineer

Test Engineer
Mechanical/Electrical/Electromechanical
We are recruiting an experienced  Test Engineer  to join an innovative organisation delivering complex, technically advanced engineering programmes.
This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys practical testing, problem-solving and data analysis. You will work within a high-performing engineering team, supporting the verification, validation and continued development of sophisticated products and systems.
The role
As a Test Engineer, you will be responsible for executing structured test plans and ensuring that testing produces accurate, traceable and auditable results.
You will prepare and commission test stands, install test components, analyse performance data and lead investigations into technical issues. You will also contribute to the development of testing processes, equipment and engineering standards.
Key responsibilities will include:
Executing verification, validation and development test plans
Preparing, commissioning and operating test stands and platforms
Installing test components and configuring test equipment
Reviewing, analysing and sense-checking test data
Producing detailed technical reports and presenting recommendations
Leading fault-finding, root-cause analysis and issue investigations
Supporting test scheduling, planning and the management of work packages
Contributing to test stand design and development
Developing work instructions and standard operating procedures
Producing risk assessments and supporting safe systems of work
Working with internal teams, customers and suppliers during system commissioning
Providing technical guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers
About you
We are looking for an experienced engineer with a strong technical foundation and a practical, delivery-focused approach.
You should have:
Minimum 2 years of post-graduate industrial engineering experience
A BEng, MEng, BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical or Electronic Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline

Experience with in a testing, verification, validation or product development environment
The ability to interpret and summarise complex engineering data
Strong fault-finding and technical problem-solving skills
Experience performing basic thermodynamic calculations, including efficiency and heat-balance calculations
The ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics and P&IDs
Experience planning and managing engineering work packages
Knowledge of engineering safety tools such as HAZID, HAZOP and FMEA
Strong technical report-writing and presentation skills
The ability to manage multiple priorities and work with limited supervision
Experience mentoring or supporting junior engineers
Why apply?
This position offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging engineering programmes within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
You will have the scope to take ownership of complex testing activities, influence the development of testing capability and act as a technical expert within your discipline.
If you are a hands-on Test Engineer who enjoys combining practical engineering, data-led analysis and technical leadership, we would be keen to hear from you.
Apply today for a confidential discussion about the position.