Job: Engine Test Engineer Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire Duration: 3 months + Hours :6 am -3pm Mon to Thurs, 6am -12pm Friday Position Summary: The testing and validation of Rail Engines, Transmission, Powerpacks and Cooler Groups. The role will require familiarity with the operation of diesel engines, electrical and electronic control systems. Key Accountabilities/ responsibilities: Installation into the test cells and testing of production power products in line with work instructions To ensure that products meet the testing requirements Ensure recording of accurate data to guarantee traceability Ensure all documentation is up to date and accurately recorded Help develop testing requirements for future products Have the ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults Liaise with production when required on technical issues Liaise with colleagues and work as a team when Mentor trainees / apprentices when applicable Collect failure data and provide...

Job: Engine Test Engineer Location: Barton Under Needwood, Staffordshire Duration: 3 months + Hours :6 am -3pm Mon to Thurs, 6am -12pm Friday Own transport recommended due to site location Position Summary: The testing and validation of Rail Engines, Transmission, Powerpacks and Cooler Groups. The role will require familiarity with the operation of diesel engines, electrical and electronic control systems. Key Accountabilities/ responsibilities: Installation into the test cells and testing of production power products in line with work instructions To ensure that products meet the testing requirements Ensure recording of accurate data to guarantee traceability Ensure all documentation is up to date and accurately recorded Help develop testing requirements for future products Have the ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults Liaise with production when required on technical issues Liaise with colleagues and work as a team when Mentor trainees /...

Lead Test Engineer - Inside IR35 - 600 to 640 per day via umbrella - 12-month contract - SC Clearance is essential (Experience in driving or supporting transformation from monolithic systems to distributed micro-services architectures in Java - is essential) Start date - 25/05/2026 is essential Leeds or Manchester based - in the office not home based Essential Skills & Experience: Technical Expertise: Strong experience designing and implementing test strategies for microservices environments Hands-on automation experience using: o Java, Selenium, Rest Assured o API, contract, and integration testing ( Experience working with monolith and microservices systems is essential) Knowledge of: o CI/CD pipelines o Spring Boot-based applications o Performance testing fundamentals Modern Testing Practices: o Contract testing, API testing, and asynchronous messaging (e.g. Kafka) o Non-functional testing (performance, accessibility) Experience...

Job Title: Lead Software Test Engineer Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 per annum Contract: Full-Time Location: Warwick, UK, hybrid 2-3 days in our Warwick office About the Role: Nicholas Associates have an excellent opportunity for a talented Lead Software Test Engineer, to join an award-winning & innovative tech client in Warwick. You will be responsible for testing mobile apps and embedded software, for our client's unique range of products. You will take a lead in our software test team, guiding staff, setting standards in process & defining the scope of testing. You will work closely with the development team and be part of our strong development department which includes electronics hardware, embedded software and mobile & web apps. In addition to manual product testing, you will be involved in other elements of testing such as backend services which support the application, unit testing and cloud applications. The work you do will be crucial to the...

This role provides a unique chance to shape how MBDA undertakes production testing. Salary : Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen only. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared...

This role provides a unique chance to shape how MBDA undertakes production testing. Salary : Circa £50,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen only. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared...

Join MBDA UK Ltd as a Senior Test Engineer and become an integral part of our Manufacturing team. This role presents an outstanding chance to contribute to the testing of our products. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to play a crucial role in upholding the highest standards of quality and reliability for our products. Salary : Circa £45,000 dependent on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen only. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime:...

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate Test Engineer to join our dynamic team within Manufacturing. Salary : Circa £44,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen only. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. This role will require DV Clearance to be obtained. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements...

Software Engineer / Test Specialist (SDET, Safety Critical) Oxford (Hybrid, 2 days onsite per week) Highly competitive salary, open and negotiable About the Role We are looking for a Software Engineer / Test Specialist with strong experience in safety critical systems, focused on DO-178C and Verification and Validation (V&V). This is an opportunity to join an extremely well funded and well backed startup with a clear ambition to become a leading technology player in its field. The organisation is building next generation, AI led software systems where safety, reliability and certification are critical to success. You will play a key role in ensuring that advanced, AI-enabled software meets rigorous safety standards, combining traditional SDET responsibilities with deep involvement in safety assurance and certification activities. Key Responsibilities Lead and support V&V activities aligned with DO-178C objectives Develop and execute test strategies, test...

Location: Cheadle, United Kingdom Thales is a global technology leader with more than 83,000 employees on five continents. With over 7,500 people in the UK, operating across defence, space, aerospace, and digital security, we help build a future we can all trust. Thales supports the security and stability of our nation by providing extraordinary technology to our customers, as well as delivering social value to the UK with our products and services. We are seeking an experienced Test Design Engineer/Architect with a focus on Test Solutions to join our engineering function. In this role, you will define and deliver innovative, robust, and scalable test architectures to support the development, verification, and validation of complex aerospace and defence systems. As a key member of the engineering team, you will ensure that our test strategies align with customer requirements (including MOD standards), programme needs, and long-term product sustainment. You will shape the...

Job Title: Software and Systems Test Coordination Engineer Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: 33.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or 25.26ph on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2027) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Position Description: Duties: This role (Software and systems test coordination engineer) is responsible for overseeing the overall testing status of the EVA25 programs. While the role demands a high level of technical understanding, it is not hands-on testing role. The successful candidate will ensure consistent adherence to established processes, effective utilisation of issue management tools and clear and transparent reporting to senior stakeholders. Key aspects of this role involves the ability to drive and prioritise actions and process changes based on clear KPIs around testing management with stakeholders across the company. Strong skills in...

Bristol A fantastic opportunity has arisen for experienced Principal Test Development Engineer to contribute to the design, integration and validation of test system hardware solutions, joining our highly skilled and dynamic Test Equipment Design Team. We can offer you a stimulating and rewarding role coupled with an exciting career path! Salary : Circa £55,000 depending on experience Location : Stevenage, Bristol or Bolton (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Please note : Those who wish to be based in Bolton or Bristol will be expected to travel to Stevenage on average once a month. With the majority of the Test Equipment team being based in Stevenage, Bolton and Bristol based engineers will need to have relevant transferable Military or Aerospace experience and the ability to work autonomously. Dynamic (hybrid) working : Where project needs allow, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working such as being onsite...

Bristol A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Test Development Engineer to contribute to the design, integration and validation of test system hardware solutions, joining our highly skilled and dynamic Test Equipment Design Team Salary : Circa £43,000 depending on experience Location : Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working : Where project needs allow, we will seek to accommodate a blended approach to on-site and remote working such as being onsite when necessary to work with people and collaborate, then working from home and around family commitments to work where you are most efficient. Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed...

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Test Development Engineer, specialising in circuit card electronic test, to join our Test Development team. It is an exciting time as we begin work on a host of challenging, but rewarding projects, from concept design through to series production and full in-service support! Salary : Circa £ 43,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 3-4 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee)...

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Test Equipment Design Engineer to join our Production Design Support Team. You will play a key role in a range of Engineering activities, providing Test Equipment design support to the Manufacturing organization and broadening your expertise in an international environment. An exciting career path awaits! Salary : Up to £43,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 4-5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum...

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Engineer to join our Production Design Support Test Equipment Team. You will play a key role in a range of Engineering activities, providing Test Equipment design support to the Manufacturing organization and broadening your expertise in an international environment. An exciting career path awaits! Salary : Up to 43k depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working : 2 days per week on-site Security Clearance : British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. What we can offer you: Company bonus : Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension : maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements...

Production Test Engineer - NPI Location: Blackbushe The Opportunity We're working with a leading engineering organisation developing advanced underwater acoustic and sensing technologies, seeking a Production Test Engineer to join their New Product Introduction (NPI) team. This is a hands-on role focused on bringing new electronic products into production, ensuring robust, efficient, and scalable test solutions. You'll play a key role in bridging design and manufacturing, helping to deliver high-quality products through well-engineered test systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Design and develop electronic test jigs and production test equipment Support bring-up, validation, and verification of new PCB assemblies Develop both automated and manual test solutions to improve production efficiency Collaborate with Engineering and Production teams to ensure design for testability Create technical documentation, specifications, and test procedures...

Commissioning Engineer - Energy Systems Location: Stone Head Office & Client Sites Across the UK Sector: Energy / Automation & Control Systems About the Role We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven Commissioning Engineer to join my clients growing Energy Business. The role involves testing and commissioning electrical Automation and Control Systems, ranging from minor system modifications to complete new or replacement installations. This position is ideal for an existing Commissioning Engineer or Test Engineer who is keen to develop their site-based commissioning experience. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality engineering solutions, working closely with customers, project teams, and site personnel. You will be based between the Stone Head Office and client sites across the UK , contributing to installation, testing, and commissioning activities while developing your technical and leadership skills within an experienced and...

Job Description: Test Engineer (Electromechanical) Location: Clevedon Contract: months minimum (strong extension potential) This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of a recruitment agency working in partnership with a global manufacturer of specialist equipment for the semiconductor and electronics sector. Due to a sustained increase in orders driven by advanced technology and a strong market position, the business is expanding and investing heavily in its site. This growth is creating long-term contract opportunities for skilled engineers. Salary & Shifts (PAYE) Early Shift: £21.98 £25.01 per hour Monday to Thursday 06 00 Friday 06 30 Late Shift: £23.89 £25.17 per hour Monday to Wednesday 14 30 Thursday 14 00 No Fridays Additional Options: Fixed early, late or day shifts available Overtime: 1.75x weekday overtime 2.0x weekend overtime Contractor Benefits Annual pay reviews Contractor incentive schemes Annual bonus schemes 25 days...

Load Testing Technician / Site Testing Engineer An exciting opportunity for an Engineering Technician with experience in load testing, site-based engineering services and structural testing projects. Ideal for candidates with experience in testing equipment, technical reporting, fault finding and nationwide site work. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Site Technician, Load Testing Engineer, Field Service Engineer, Structural Testing Technician, Field Service Technician, Calibration Technician, Electrical Technician, Structural Monitoring Technician, Service Engineer, Instrumentation Technician, Maintenance Technician, Test Technician, Load Testing Technician, Site Test Engineer   SALARY: £30,000 - £35,000 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience) + Benefits LOCATION: This role will involve site-based work (travelling nationwide) with a small percentage of work carried out in our...