Test Engineer - Mechanical / Physical Testing

Test Engineer – Mechanical / Physical Testing | Full-Time | On-Site | Halifax

We are working with a successful manufacturing and engineering business in Halifax that is looking to recruit a Test Engineer to join its dedicated product testing team.

This is a great opportunity for a hands-on engineer who enjoys working in a practical test environment, carrying out physical product testing, analysing results and helping improve the performance and reliability of engineered products.
You'll be working within a specialist test facility, setting up test equipment, preparing rigs, conducting physical testing and supporting the development of innovative products used across industrial environments.

The Role
As a Test Engineer, you'll play a key role in delivering safe, accurate and repeatable product testing activities. You'll work closely with engineering, product development and operational teams to ensure testing supports project objectives and product performance requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing test areas, rigs and equipment for physical product testing
Conducting testing activities in line with recognised standards and procedures
Recording, analysing and interpreting test results
Producing clear technical reports and documentation
Supporting the development and continuous improvement of testing methods and processes
Assisting with the planning, scheduling and coordination of testing activities
Working closely with engineering, product development and operational teams
Maintaining high standards of health & safety and compliance
Supporting and mentoring technicians where required
Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives across the testing functionRequirements

At least 1 year experience working as a Test Engineer, Mechanical Test Engineer or similar within a physical product testing, V&V, test facility or practical engineering environment
Experience conducting testing to recognised standards such as BS, ISO, PAS, ANSI or equivalent
Experience working within a test facility or controlled engineering environment
Strong mechanical aptitude and confidence working with physical products, tools and test equipment
The ability to analyse technical data and produce accurate reports
A good understanding of health & safety and quality procedures
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Experience working with multiple stakeholders across engineering and operations teamsDesirable Experience

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Product Validation or Verification (V&V) experience
Experience testing safety equipment, barrier systems or polymer-based products
Exposure to impact, durability, structural or mechanical testing
Experience using specialist measurement equipment, instrumentation or high-speed camerasWhat's on Offer?

Opportunity to work within a specialist engineering test facility
Hands-on role with genuine ownership and responsibility
Exposure to innovative product development projects
Supportive and collaborative engineering environment
Long-term career development opportunities within a growing organisation
Gym onsite
Subsidised cafe
Free ParkingIf you're an engineer who enjoys practical testing, problem solving and seeing the real-world impact of your work, we'd love to hear from you