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Senior Test Engineer

4 months ago


Bedford, United Kingdom Perpetual Engineering Partnerships Limited Full time

Senior Test Engineer - Defence 

Permanent Position Shift: Days H
ours: Full Time (40 per week)

About the Role:

Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge in the defence sector? Join our clients dynamic team as a Senior Test Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in vehicle-based military tests, collaborating directly with customers to execute trials on a variety of military vehicles. This is an opportunity to manage projects that span multiple testing disciplines, from powertrain to full vehicle dynamic tests.

Key Responsibilities:

Coordinate and supervise test activities within a dedicated team of engineers and technicians.
Develop and manage project timing plans to meet deadlines.
Liaise with customers, test authorities, and various departments to ensure specific requirements are met.
Plan and organise resources, including off-site test facilities.
Report test results and anomalies in a timely manner.
Continuously improve processes, procedures, equipment, and facilities.
Provide off-site support when needed.
Specify data capture needs and develop test scenarios.
Conduct analysis, validate data, and lead investigations to resolve technical issues.
Ensure a safe working environment and adhere to company standards.

About You:

Essential Experience:

Vehicle testing
General data acquisition understanding
Knowledge of sensor types, electronics, circuitry, and vehicle mechanical systems

Desirable Experience:

Military vehicle approval process standards and regulations
Project management of vehicle system requirement and compliance programmes
Comparative vehicle assessment and benchmarking
Writing system requirements for vehicles
Understanding military projects and vehicle network systems (e.g., CAN)

Qualifications:

Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (or equivalent)
Chartered engineer status (or working towards it)
Full UK driver’s licence (additional categories like HGV, PSV desirable)

Core Competencies:

Strong engineering background with a willingness to learn
Confident in customer interactions
Team player with excellent organisational and analytical skills
Proficient in MS Office and solid communication skills
Knowledgeable in Safety & Environmental management processes

Personal Attributes:

Confident communicator and change agent
Highly motivated, punctual, and well-organised
Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Forward-thinking with a right-first-time attitude
Able to work under pressure and embrace a zero-blame culture
Flexible, adaptable, and willing to travel (up to 30% of work off-site within the UK)

Essential Requirements:

Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check
Full UK driving licence
Ability to hold valid security clearance (SC), requiring British nationality and residency in the UK for the last 5 years
This role offers a unique chance to grow both professionally and personally, working on cutting-edge projects that have real-world impact. If you are passionate about safety, technical excellence, and delivering outstanding customer service, we want to hear from you Apply now to be part of a team that values integrity, expertise, and innovation.

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