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# Senior Test & Development Engineer

- **Company:** Matchtech
- **Location:** Nottingham, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Electronic Data Capture, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, SAP (Applications), Verification and Validation (Software), Test Data, Performance Testing, Teamcenter (Software)
- **Published:** October 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.cv-library.co.uk/job/225777232/Senior-Test-Development-Engineer

## About the Role

* 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, including measurement of displacement, torque, pressure, temperature and flow.
 * Experience in vibration measurement and analysis, including in-situ shaft line and coupling balance assessment.
 * Knowledge of electrical and hydraulic drive and control systems, equipment calibration and machinery safety regulations.
 * Understanding of relevant industry standards, including ISO, AGMA, DIN, FKM and DNV.
 * Awareness of functional safety, PLM and lifecycle management systems, ideally Teamcenter, together with SAP user experience.
 * Knowledge of 2391 Test & Inspection principles would be advantageous.
 * Experience of structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and DMAIC.
 * Strong data-driven decision-making, report writing, presentation and communication skills.

Education and Qualifications:

 * Level 5 Diploma with relevant engineering experience.
 * A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline is preferred.

Industry Experience:

Experience within defence, on- and off-highway transmissions, internal combustion engines, turbo machinery or large-scale engineering design and manufacturing environments would be highly relevant. An understanding of gated and regulated design processes for complex mechanical systems would also be beneficial.

Leadership and Personal Attributes:

 * Strong integrity and a professional, objective approach to conflict resolution.
 * Ability to teach, mentor and support colleagues.
 * Well-developed emotional intelligence and collaborative working skills.
 * Organised and methodical approach to planning, documentation and test delivery.

## Description

Our client, a leading organisation within the defence and advanced manufacturing sectors, is seeking a Senior Test & Development Engineer to support the design, development and validation of high-integrity gearbox products. This permanent, full-time role will focus on test rig development, product performance testing, verification and validation, and the delivery of technical test systems for complex mechanical products., * Define product validation, verification and performance test requirements.

 * Develop test plans, specifications and acceptance criteria for gearbox products.
 * Specify test equipment, instrumentation, data capture systems and calibration requirements.
 * Design, set up and commission test rigs, including guarding, lubrication and cooling systems.
 * Conduct data capture, processing, analysis and presentation of test results.
 * Carry out vibration, noise, torque, pressure, temperature, flow and displacement measurement activities.
 * Provide technical oversight, troubleshooting and support throughout test programme execution.
 * Support client witness testing, operational teams, service activities, design reviews and project bid proposals.
 * Produce engineering solutions for test rig hardware requirements and maintain test data logs and documentation.
 * Lead or contribute to DFMEA, PFMEA, structured problem-solving and continuous improvement activities.
 * Liaise with engineering teams, clients and wider business functions to deliver project and customer requirements.