Mechanical Test Engineer

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer for an innovative start-up in Bristol. The successful candidate will design testing rigs, rigorously test products, and support continuous improvement processes. Candidates should have a background in mechanical engineering and testing. This opportunity offers a competitive salary and flexible work hours.

Qualifications

• Mechanical Engineer or equivalent background.
• Experience in testing – structural, mechanical, leakage or similar.
• Interest in working for an ambitious start-up.

Responsibilities

• Design and assemble testing rigs.
• Test products for structural, mechanical, leakage and flow issues.
• Conduct root cause analysis and reporting.
• Improve processes to aid development.

Skills

Testing expertise

Mechanical engineering

Product development

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Mechanical Test Engineer

Salary: 50,000 - 55,000 (plus benefits). Work hours: Mon‑Fri plus flexible hours. Start‑up environment. Location: Bristol.

Overview

Are you a Mechanical Engineer or similar with a background in Testing or Product Development? Do you want to work with an ambitious start‑up that has an industry‑changing product, has won multiple government contracts, and is looking for a Mechanical Test Engineer to take it to the next level? The company is developing a market‑changing product for the industrial, energy and aerospace sectors and will be producing a Carbon Zero range of flow technologies for Aerospace and Industrial applications.

The Role

• Design and assemble testing rigs.
• Rigorously test products for structural, mechanical, leakage and flow issues.
• Root cause analysis and reporting.
• Continuous improvement of processes to aid development.
• 40 hour week – based in Bristol, occasional site visits.

The Person

• Mechanical Engineer or equivalent.
• Background in testing – structural, mechanical, leakage or similar.
• Looking to work for an ambitious start‑up.
• Commutable to Bristol.

Reference: 22513A

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.