Hardware Test Engineer

EVera Recruitment; Cirencester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

EVera Recruitment is seeking a Test Engineer to validate advanced hardware systems within a cutting-edge R&D environment in Cirencester, United Kingdom. The role involves designing test programmes, collaborating with engineering teams, and ensuring compliance with reliability and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have at least 3 years of relevant experience, with skills in testing methodologies and data analysis.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience in prototyping, testing or laboratory environments.
• Experience designing and executing hardware test systems and validation programmes.
• Strong understanding of environmental and structural testing methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design bespoke test setups for a range of hardware systems.
• Execute structural, thermal, vibration and fatigue testing.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment for testing.
• Analyze test data for improvement and recommendations.
• Support the development of internal testing facilities.

Skills

Prototyping

Testing standards (e.g. MIL STD, IP/IK, CE, UL)

Data analysis

Environmental testing

Structural testing

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Laboratory equipment (environmental chambers, vibration tables)

Job description

Working within a cutting‑edge R&D environment, the Test Engineer will play a central role in validating advanced hardware systems across challenging operating conditions.

This role focuses on designing and executing test programmes across a diverse hardware stack, supporting the development of robust, high‑performance systems. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure products meet rigorous reliability, safety and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Designing and operating bespoke test setups for a range of hardware systems.
• Executing structural, thermal, vibration and fatigue testing aligned to internal and industry standards.
• Operating and maintaining laboratory equipment such as environmental chambers, vibration tables and data acquisition systems.
• Analysing test data and translating results into clear design improvements and recommendations.
• Supporting the development and setup of internal testing facilities and infrastructure.
• Collaborating with engineering teams to support rapid development and iteration cycles.

Qualifications

• A degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of hands‑on experience in prototyping, testing or laboratory environments.
• Experience designing and executing hardware test systems and validation programmes.
• Familiarity with relevant testing standards (e.g. MIL STD, IP/IK, CE, UL).
• Strong understanding of environmental and structural testing methodologies.
• The ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

This role is suited to a Test Engineer who enjoys working at the point where design meets real‑world performance.