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# Principal Engine Test Engineer

- **Company:** Gibson Technology Ltd
- **Location:** Repton, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle, Strategies of Testing, ISO-14001
- **Published:** September 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f37306eab4ba4b0f

## About the Role

* Degree-qualified in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline, with significant experience in a senior engineering leadership role.
 * Extensive expertise in engine testing, engine controls, dynamometer systems, data analysis, and test facility management.
 * Proven experience delivering complex testing programmes for mechanical, electro-mechanical, and thermal systems.
 * Strong knowledge of test strategy, control systems, processes, procedures, and data analysis toolchains.
 * Solid understanding of relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, and engineering best practices.
 * Demonstrated success in driving organisational change and aligning engineering activities with business objectives.
 * Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex technical projects at a strategic level.
 * Strategic thinker with a practical, hands-on approach to solving technical and organisational challenges.
 * Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with strong attention to detail.
 * Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
 * Inspirational leader and mentor, committed to developing high-performing teams.
 * Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver multiple concurrent projects.
 * Passion for innovation, quality, safety, continuous improvement, and collaborative working.

## Description

* Define and drive the technical vision, strategy, and roadmap for engine test systems, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
 * Lead the development and implementation of engineering standards, processes, and best practices to ensure technical excellence and compliance.
 * Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise on complex engine test challenges, guiding critical decisions and solutions.
 * Identify and leverage emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies to maintain a competitive advantage and drive innovation.
 * Oversee the delivery of departmental outputs, including schedules, reports, analysis, approvals, and technical recommendations.
 * Manage team priorities, resources, budgets, and performance to ensure successful delivery of engine test activities.
 * Collaborate with technical, project, and business leaders to align test engineering activities with strategic, customer, and project goals.
 * Ensure all engineering activities comply with relevant safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
 * Represent the engine test function in senior leadership, customer, supplier, and cross-functional discussions.
 * Mentor and develop engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and professional growth.
 * Build organisational capability by identifying skill gaps and driving targeted training and development initiatives.
 * Lead continuous improvement programmes focused on efficiency, reliability, sustainability, scalability, and quality management systems such as ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.