Test Engineer (R&D Bias)

Due to continued successful growth, a £15M turnover subsidiary of a $ multi-billion organisation based in Cambridgeshire, is seeking a Test Engineer to work closely with the Technical Project Manager and wider teams within the business on all bespoke product and process development projects. You’ll have the the opportunity for personal development and career growth within a broad and varied role that includes both hands-on and fixture testing, process and validating materials, performance, user experience, analysis reporting, lab work, bench marking competitors with potential domestic and international travel for technical support to stakeholders including annual trade events in the near future.

Due to the nature of this role you will be very “hands on” working with machinery and tools including moderate-heavy lifting at times.  You’ll possess an eye for detail with good MS Office skills for analysis and reporting with a positive attitude and approach, keenness to learn, good communications skills with a good sense of humour.

You’ll ideally have a degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline, although this is not essential as relevant training will be provided. We’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in process and product development and a willingness to learn. You’ll gain hands-on experience working within a manufacturing environment and on production machinery to understand how the product is made. This practical exposure will provide valuable insight into the process and help set you up for success in the role

Responsibilities Include:

• Create and make recommendations to the Technical Project Manager prioritising projects
• Manage work plans and revise to meet targets and needs of the business
• Work closely with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to establish robust test criteria
• Ensure consistency in evaluation and reporting projects are maintained and accounting if required
• Work closely with the New Product Development team to ensure products are evaluated prior to launch
• Support the Sales and Marketing team with product performance statistics that aids sales growth
• Provide full support to the Technical Manager to deliver and contribute to the operating overheads
• Support the Technical Project Manager and Manufacturing team in developing and executing strategy
• Ensure that all tooling and machinery is operated in line with relevant H&S criteria
• Promote and maintain a safe and clean tidy approach to all work situations in line with company policy

Competitive benefits package includes generally a four-day working week, Monday to Thursday – 7am to 5pm, BUPA, Pension, 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays, work cloths and safety boots provided, discounts on products, spec savers, Cycle scheme, Gym and Christmas shut down, free parking, free drinks provided on site and discretionary annual bonus.  

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a passionate, fun and innovative company that continually strives to push boundaries and maintain the respect and trust of their Customers and co-workers.