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# Test and Development Engineer

- **Company:** Terex
- **Location:** Derry, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Office, Test Data
- **Published:** September 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gb06e8998322d540b685a459691d909212/eaa

## About the Role

Higher National Certificate or Diploma in Engineering or relevant discipline (Equivalent Experience may be substituted)
Experience with the development, test and successful launch to market of mobile tracked and wheeled heavy equipment.
A good understanding of the various applications that the equipment can operate in along with an appreciation for the expected performance of the machines.
Good technical expertise in mechanical and hydraulic systems
Hands-On and a practical person with an interest in the development of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems.
Knowledge and familiarity with various test equipment and be capable of the instrumentation of a machine to record various machine performance outputs.
Interpret the data acquired from instrumentation, and work with design team leaders to develop corrective action
Creativity, innovative thinking and excellent problem solving skills.
Good English communication skill, both written and spoken;
Familiarity with Microsoft Office tools
Excellent project management skills
Good Presentation and interpersonal skills
B+E category Driving license desirable
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
A "Can do" attitude and ability to interact with a multi-functional team.
Ability to work with others to meet deadlines.
Able to assess workload and commit to realistic timelines.
Able to select from multiple design alternatives when a clear best choice is not evident.
Can identify risks both technical and commercial with proposed product change or new product
If you feel you have the enthusiasm to join a busy manufacturing environment, apply for this role and view all available positions within Terex, please visit our careers page

## Description

Collaborate with The Green-Tec Engineering Manager and the New Product Development teams to ensure the "Voice of the Customer" is integral to the development of design specifications for new products and modifications to existing products
Cooperate with Design Engineers to develop performance and test criteria for new products and product upgrades
Provide an independent test and proving function able to provide full reporting of Product Performance, failure mode and conformance to legislation / product specification needs.
Design appropriate testing regimes for New Product Development ensuring common standards across all product groups
Ensure that all information is recorded, documented and stored centrally (i.e. Site Log, Engine Hours, Machine Performance, Site Reports, Test Data, Performance Data, Service History, Issues and Snags etc.)
Identify and appraise possible test locations while ensuring that the prototype objectives / requirements are clearly defined to our dealers and customers
Flexible in terms of hours worked and travel on short notice when and where is necessary


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