Mechanical Test & Development Engineer

Gerrell & Hard; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing design and manufacturing company in the UK is seeking a Mechanical Test & Development Engineer. You will conduct tests and manage crews in high pressure environments, particularly for composite materials. Ideal candidates bring experience with testing techniques and data analysis skills necessary to support both internal and external testing procedures. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Bonus

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in testing composite materials, especially under high pressure.
• Strong analytical skills for test data analysis.
• Ability to prepare detailed test reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and carry out tests for composite pipe.
• Lead development of testing methods and projects.
• Prepare test procedures and analyze test data.

Skills

High pressure testing experience

Health and safety awareness

Test design and execution

Job description

Job Description

Mechanical Test & Development Engineer Hampshire £35-45k + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

This is a really nice opportunity for a Mechanical Test Engineer to join a growing design and manufacturing company in the southern Hampshire area. This company recently received major investment and have secured one of their biggest projects to date.

You’ll be joining a small team of test professionals and helping to bolster the team with your industry experience. You’ll be performing calculations, designing tests and concepts, leading the process and working closely with the manufacturing, design and analysis teams. The majority of the tests are bend, tension and burst often operating in the 2500-4000bar range so any experience with high pressure testing would be advantageous, as would a sincere appreciation of health and safety.

Principal Accountabilities Develop & carry out short and long‑term tests of composite pipe. Manage suppliers of test equipment and 3rd party test houses to enable the efficient execution of test activities both internally and externally. Lead the development of testing methods and projects (including instrumentation) to facilitate greater understanding of composite pipe structural performance. Prepare test procedures, analyse test data and write test reports to clearly communicate the objectives, methods and results of test campaigns. Provide support to Bu…