Test Engineer

Test Engineer

Rushden

Monday to Friday working (Can start any time between 7am and 9am - 8 hour working day)

Permanent Opportunity

Salary - Negotiable depending on experience

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on, detail‑driven Test Engineer to join our clients small but very busy test team. In this role, you will perform various tests on advanced 2‑component mixing and dosing machinery prior to shipment to customers worldwide. Your testing work will ensure that the machines are manufactured to ensure maximum performance, ensure machine quality, reliability, and customer satisfaction. You will also be supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Run the required tests on all machinery manufactured.
Verify machine functionality, process performance, and safety systems
Validate dosing accuracy, mixing quality, pressure, flow, and other operational processes
Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and process‑related issues
Document test results, and any corrective actions required with clarity and precision
Work closely with Engineering, Assembly, and Service teams
Support customer demonstration visits to the factory and on site at customer premises.
Ensure machines meet customer specifications and internal quality standards
Assist with commissioning preparation and release for shipment
Contribute to continuous improvement of testing procedures and machine performance

Requirements

Mechanical Electrical and process engineering knowledge, mechanical bias preferred
Basic understanding of PLC‑controlled systems (beneficial)
Experience of working with industrial machinery, automation systems, or testing environments
Knowledge of mixing, dosing, pumps, valves, sensors, or fluid‑handling systems (advantageous)
Be confident dealing with customers and lead demonstrations
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and electrical schematics
Strong hands‑on troubleshooting skills and a structured, methodical work approach
Effective communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Comfortable working in laboratory and production environments
Proficiency in English; additional languages are a plus

What Is on Offer

Flexible working
Opportunities to work with advanced industrial technologies
Professional development and technical training
A collaborative engineering culture focused on innovation and quality

Travail Employment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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