Senior Test and Development Engineer The Opportunity This is a hands-on senior engineering role for someone who thrives on turning complex mechanical designs into proven, validated products. You ll lead the planning, execution, and delivery of test and development activities for high-integrity mechanical systems, taking ownership of both new and existing test rigs in a heavy-industry environment. The role sits at the heart of product validation, safety compliance, and performance assurance ideal for an engineer who enjoys real hardware, real data, and real responsibility. What You ll Be Doing Define and deliver product validation and performance test programmes Design, specify, and support the build, modification, and upgrade of new and existing test rigs Ensure test equipment and installations comply with PUWER, machinery safety regulations, and best practice Carry out and support PUWER risk assessments for test rigs and test activities Plan and oversee commissioning of test rigs, including guarding, lubrication, and cooling systems Specify and manage instrumentation, data capture, processing, and analysis Carry out noise, vibration, balance, and performance testing of rotating equipment Provide technical oversight during test execution, including witness testing Analyse results, troubleshoot issues, and produce clear, structured test reports Support operational and service teams during on-site and off-site test activities Contribute to DFMEA, PFMEA, ..... full job details .....