Senior Gearbox Test & Validation Engineer

Matchtech Group; Bilsthorpe CP; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a Senior Test & Development Engineer to support the design, development and validation of high-integrity gearbox products. The role focuses on test rig development, test execution, verification and validation, and delivering technical test systems for complex mechanical products.

You will lead test plans, specify equipment, conduct data analysis and report results, and participate in DFMEA, PFMEA, and continuous improvement activities across the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience with verification, validation and testing of rotating equipment.
• Knowledge of test methodologies and certification requirements.
• Instrumentation and data capture systems for displacement, torque, pressure, temp, flow.
• Vibration measurement/analysis incl. shaft line and coupling balance.
• Electrical/hydraulic drive systems, calibration and machinery safety regulations.
• Awareness of ISO/AGMA/DIN/FKM/DNV standards.
• Familiarity with functional safety, PLM (Teamcenter) and SAP UX.
• Knowledge of 2391 Test & Inspection principles.
• Experience with 8D and DMAIC problem solving.
• Strong data-driven decision making, reporting and presenting.

Responsibilities

• Define product validation, verification and performance test requirements.
• Develop test plans, specifications and acceptance criteria for gearbox products.
• Specify test equipment, instrumentation and calibration requirements.
• Design, set up and commission test rigs, including guarding, lubrication and cooling systems.
• Conduct data capture, processing, analysis and presentation of test results.
• Carry out vibration, noise, torque, pressure, temperature, flow and displacement measurements.
• Provide technical oversight, troubleshooting and support throughout test programme execution.
• Support client witness testing, operational teams, service activities, design reviews and project bid proposals.
• Produce engineering solutions for test rig hardware and maintain logs and documentation.
• Lead or contribute to DFMEA, PFMEA and continuous improvement activities.
• Liaise with teams to deliver project and customer requirements.

Skills

Data-driven decision making

Report writing

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

Teamcenter

SAP

Job description

Matchtech Group is seeking a Senior Test & Development Engineer to support the design, development and validation of high-integrity gearbox products. The role focuses on test rig development, test execution, verification and validation, and delivering technical test systems for complex mechanical products.

You will lead test plans, specify equipment, conduct data analysis and report results, and participate in DFMEA, PFMEA, and continuous improvement activities across the project lifecycle.