Test and Development Engineer

Alexander Dennis; Farnborough; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexander Dennis is seeking a Test and Development Engineer in Farnborough to lead hands-on vehicle, chassis, and component testing. The role involves coordinating tests from concept through to validation, analysing data, and reporting outcomes to internal teams and suppliers.

Experience in bus or commercial vehicle testing is preferred, with a practical, independent work style. You will work within a team delivering safe, compliant systems for market-leading buses and coaches, contributing to

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in automotive or bus/test development.
• Knowledge of CAN-based vehicle systems and data acquisition.
• Experience using vehicle instrumentation and data logging.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver vehicle, chassis, structural, and component testing programmes.
• Support development of bus and coach products.
• Coordinate testing activities with internal teams, suppliers and test facilities.
• Analyze test data and report findings to stakeholders.

Skills

Automotive engineering

Testing & validation

Data analysis

Project coordination

Independent work

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

CAN data acquisition

Job description

Job Title: Test and Development Engineer

Location: Farnborough

Our Vision & Why It Matters

At Alexander Dennis, our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility.

We design, deliver, and support market-leading buses and coaches that help reduce emissions, improve air quality, and keep communities connected. Every role contributes to that mission whether you’re engineering, driving sales, improving production, or supporting our customers.

What You’ll Do

As an Engineer within our Test Development team, you'll play a key role in delivering vehicle, chassis, structural, and component testing programmes that support the development of innovative bus and coach products. Working on projects ranging from in-service failure investigations through to full vehicle validation and supplier sign-off activities, you'll ensure that systems and components perform safely, reliably, and in line with technical and legislative requirements.

This is a highly practical role that combines hands‑on testing, project coordination, data analysis, technical reporting, and collaboration with internal teams, suppliers, and external test facilities.

What We’re Looking For

We're looking for a proactive and technically capable engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges and taking ownership of projects from concept through to completion.

You’ll have experience within automotive, commercial vehicle, bus, coach, HGV, specialist vehicle, or other complex engineering sectors such as rail, aerospace, marine, or mobile plant. You should have a solid understanding of vehicle systems and testing methodologies, along with the ability to analyse technical data, coordinate testing activities, and communicate findings clearly to a range of stakeholders.

A hands‑on approach, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work independently while supporting colleagues across multiple projects are essential.

Bonus If You Have

• Degree qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent industry experience).
• Experience of commercial vehicle, bus, or coach development and testing.
• Knowledge of CAN‑based vehicle systems and data acquisition.
• Experience using vehicle instrumentation, data logging, and diagnostic tools.
• Understanding of driveline, electrical, air, and structural vehicle systems.
• PCV driving licence.
• Experience using CAD software packages.

What We Offer

Because we know that to deliver on our vision, people have to feel supported and inspired:

Impact: Be part of something that’s changing cities, improving air quality, helping public transport evolve.

Development & Growth: Training programmes, mentorship, opportunities to take on new roles, broaden skills.

Culture & Belonging: An inclusive environment; your voice matters; we treat people fairly.

Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, wellbeing support, cycle to work scheme, enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.

Our Values – What Guides Us

These are more than words on a page, they shape how we work, what we stand for, and how we build trust with our customers, communities, and each other.

Safety: The health and wellbeing of our team members, and the safety of our products, are our top priority.

Quality: We strive for excellence in our products, services, and all that we do.

Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency and integrity, treating each other with respect in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions, seeking to build trust and earn a reputation for excellence and reliability.

Teamwork: We work with our team members, our supplier partners, and our customers to pursue mutual benefits.

Sustainability: We seek long term success for our business, our communities, and the environment through responsible sourcing, lean manufacturing, and sustainable operations.

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.