Test Engineer. Job in Newmarket LilyLifestyle Jobs

Due to continued successful growth, a £15M turnover subsidiary of a multi-billion dollar organisation based in Cambridgeshire is seeking a Test Engineer to work closely with the Technical Project Manager and wider teams within the business on all bespoke product and process development projects. You will have the opportunity for personal development and career growth within a broad and varied role that includes both hands-on and fixture testing, process and validating materials, performance, user experience, analysis reporting, lab work, benchmarking competitors with potential domestic and international travel for technical support to stakeholders including annual trade events in the near future.

Due to the nature of this role as a Test Engineer, you will be very hands-on working with machinery and tools, including moderate-heavy lifting at times. You will possess an eye for detail with good MS Office skills for analysis and reporting, a positive attitude and approach, keenness to learn, good communication skills, and a good sense of humour. You will ideally have a degree in Materials Science, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline, although this is not essential as relevant training will be provided. We are looking for someone with a genuine interest in process and product development and a willingness to learn. You will gain hands-on experience working within a manufacturing Test Engineer environment and on production machinery to understand how the product is made. This practical exposure will provide valuable insight into the process and help set you up for success in the role.

Responsibilities Include:

• Create and make recommendations to the Technical Project Manager prioritising projects.
• Manage work plans and revise to meet targets and needs of the business.
• Work closely with Quality and Manufacturing Engineering teams to establish robust test criteria.
• Ensure consistency in evaluation and reporting projects are maintained and accounting if required.
• Work closely with the New Product Development team to ensure products are evaluated prior to launch.
• Support the Sales and Marketing team with product performance statistics that aids sales growth.
• Provide full support to the Technical Manager to deliver and contribute to the operating overheads.
• Support the Technical Project Manager and Manufacturing team in developing and executing strategy.
• Ensure that all tooling and machinery is operated in line with relevant H&S criteria.
• Promote and maintain a safe and clean tidy approach to all work situations in line with company policy.

Competitive benefits package includes generally a four-day working week, Monday to Thursday 7am to 5pm, BUPA, Pension, 25 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays, work clothes and safety boots provided, discounts on products, spec savers, Cycle scheme, Gym and Christmas shut down, free parking, free drinks provided on site and discretionary annual bonus. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a passionate, fun and innovative company that continually strives to push boundaries and maintain the respect and trust of their customers and co-workers.