Senior Test & Development Engineer

In this role you will lead the verification, validation and performance testing of high-integrity gearbox products within defence and advanced manufacturing. You will design and commission test rigs, manage data capture and analysis, and provide technical oversight across test programmes. You’ll collaborate with engineering teams, clients and service functions to deliver robust test systems and solutions. This is a hands-on, cross-functional role that shapes testing strategy and continuous improvement in rotating equipment.

• Define validation, verification and performance test requirements for gearbox products
• Develop test plans, specifications and acceptance criteria
• Specify test equipment, data capture systems and calibration needs
• Design, set up and commission test rigs with guarding, lubrication and cooling
• Capture, process and present test data; conduct vibration, torque, pressure, temperature, flow and displacement measurements
• Provide technical oversight and support during test programme execution
• Support witness testing, design reviews and project bids
• Produce solutions for test rig hardware and maintain logs/documentation
• Lead or contribute to DFMEA, PFMEA and continuous improvement activities
• Liaise with engineering teams, clients and wider business functions to meet requirements

• Experience in verification, validation and testing of rotating equipment or complex mechanical products
• Knowledge of product performance validation, test methodologies and certification requirements
• Understanding of instrumentation and data capture systems (displacement, torque, pressure, temperature, flow)
• Experience in vibration measurement and analysis including shaft line/coupling balance
• Knowledge of electrical/hydraulic drive systems, calibration and machinery safety regulations
• Understanding of ISO, AGMA, DIN, FKM and DNV standards
• Awareness of Teamcenter and SAP; functional safety, PLM and lifecycle management systems
• 2391 Test & Inspection principles advantageous
• Experience with 8D and DMAIC problem-solving methods
• Strong data-driven decision-making, report writing and communication skills
• Level 5 Diploma in Engineering (and degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred)

• Strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Collaborative and team-oriented
• Test rig design and commissioning
• Instrumentation and data capture systems
• Vibration measurement and analysis