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Design Engineer Test Facilities

Job in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, PE1, England, UK
Listing for: Seismic Recruitment
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-22
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Mechanical Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists, Manufacturing Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 38.5 GBP Hourly GBP 38.50 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Design Engineer – Test Facilities
Design Engineer – Test Facilities

Peterborough – fully on site PE1

Initially 12 months – very long term extensions are highly likely

Mon-Thurs 8.30am-4.45pm / Fri 8.30am-4.15pm

£28.35ph PAYE + holiday + pension or £38.50 umbrella rate

Our client, a globally recognised Fortune 100 engineering and manufacturing organisation, is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to join its advanced Test Facilities Engineering team in Peterborough.

This is an exciting opportunity to support New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes, designing bespoke test rigs, mechanical systems, rigging arrangements and facility upgrades that enable the development of future powertrain technologies.

Working within a multidisciplinary engineering environment, you'll play a key role in delivering mechanical design solutions that support engine testing, product development and future facility capability.

Key Responsibilities

* Design mechanical components, assemblies and test equipment using Creo CAD

* Produce detailed engineering drawings and technical documentation

* Design rigging systems and mechanical solutions for test environments

* Support facility modifications and engineering upgrades

* Complete engineering calculations and technical analysis

* Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver projects

What We're Looking For

* Mechanical design experience within an engineering environment

* Strong Creo CAD and Teamcenter experience

* Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

* Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles

* Strong communication skills and ability to work independently

Desirable

* Engine test, test facilities or development environment experience

* Automotive, aerospace, powertrain or off-highway industry background

* Knowledge of diesel engines and FMEA

To apply , please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates
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