Test Development Engineer

Octagon Group; Bicester; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Bicester is seeking a Test Development Engineer to enhance testing methodologies and ensure product quality. You will design and implement testing strategies, conduct acceptance testing, and analyze performance metrics. The ideal candidate has a degree in Engineering and notable experience in testing environments. This role is hybrid, promoting both autonomy and collaboration within a forward-thinking team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a testing, development, or engineering environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience producing and maintaining technical documentation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and implementation of testing strategies.
• Implement testing standards and train team members.
• Conduct problem solving and support fault-finding of product failures.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree in Engineering (e.g., Maths, Physics)

Job description

Overview

Hybrid Test Development Engineer - Bicester, Oxfordshire

An excellent opportunity has arisen in Bicester, Oxfordshire for a Test Development Engineer to join a forward-thinking engineering team. Reporting to the Senior Test Development Engineer, Team Leader, the Test Development Engineer will be responsible for developing and maintaining new testing methods to ensure consistent and cohesive testing across a broad product range. The Test Development Engineer will contribute to the design and implementation of robust testing strategies, supporting the rollout of new methodologies and ensuring alignment with established testing standards. This role involves close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-quality, reliable test outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and development of a consistent systems-based approach to testing.
• Implement testing standards and train team members on new methodologies.
• Perform acceptance testing of new products and software prior to release.
• Analyse test performance, robustness, and efficiency, recommending improvements.
• Develop and implement tools, including automated test software, to improve throughput time.
• Conduct problem solving and support fault-finding of product failures.
• Review product definitions and requirements to ensure clear testing deliverables.
• Support testing and validation activities ahead of customer demonstrations.
• Produce, update, and maintain testing documentation, ensuring consistency and quality.
• Liaise with internal teams and external customers to provide technical testing support.
• Advise on replication of support issues and escalate testing concerns where appropriate.

Skills and Experience

• Degree in Engineering (e.g., Maths, Physics) or equivalent technical background.
• Proven experience in a testing, development, or engineering environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and a methodical, organised approach to work.
• Ability to work both independently with a high degree of autonomy and collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Hands-on, practical approach to problem solving.
• Experience producing and maintaining technical documentation is advantageous.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a Test Development Engineer looking to advance their career in a collaborative and innovative environment. Based in Bicester, this role provides the chance to make a meaningful impact on testing methodologies and product quality