Lead Mechanical Test Lab Manager – Prototyping & R&D

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturer in South Wales is seeking a Mechanical Test Lab Manager to lead a test and development team. The role involves planning testing activities, managing team performance, and ensuring laboratory compliance. Ideal candidates will have a Mechanical Engineering background along with relevant test development experience. This position offers a salary between £50,000 - £60,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Pension

Holidays

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineering education.
• Relevant experience within Development / Test.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems.
• Desirable: knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, basic PLC programming.
• Safety-conscious, organised, and confident in structured problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating testing activities for prototypes.
• Leading and managing a team and developing capability.
• Designing test equipment, ensuring compliance.
• Running and overseeing various test activities.
• Producing test plans, procedures, reports, and maintenance schedules.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering education

Experience in Development / Test

Familiarity with data acquisition systems

Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics

Structured problem-solving skills

Job description

A global manufacturer in South Wales is seeking a Mechanical Test Lab Manager to lead a test and development team. The role involves planning testing activities, managing team performance, and ensuring laboratory compliance. Ideal candidates will have a Mechanical Engineering background along with relevant test development experience. This position offers a salary between £50,000 - £60,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.