Senior Test Rig Facility Design Engineer
Salary: Dependent on experience
Location: Leamington Spa – Onsite
Contract: Permanent
Role Summary
The Senior Test Rig Facility Design Engineer will lead the engineering, planning and installation of bespoke test rig facilities supporting prototype development, validation and testing activities. Operating within a highly technical environment, the Senior Test Rig Facility Design Engineer will take ownership of work packages across automotive and cross-sector applications, ensuring delivery against time, cost and quality objectives.
This Senior Test Rig Facility Design Engineer position requires strong mechanical design expertise, test methodology knowledge and proven experience in test rig installation within an automotive or related engineering environment.
Role & Responsibilities
Lead test rig installation work packages, ensuring delivery against agreed time, cost and quality targets
Plan, manage and commission bespoke test rig installations, coordinating design teams, technologies, equipment and processes
Interpret technical requirements and Development Validation Plans (DVPs) to ensure facility design and functionality meet project objectives
Define instrumentation requirements aligned to project and testing needs
Oversee component, system, transmission, driveline and vehicle testing activities, including specialist instrumentation and prototype component manufacture
Provide technical guidance and direction to engineers and technicians
Act as the primary technical contact for facility-related enquiries
Monitor project budgets, schedules and performance metrics
Manage periodic facility maintenance schedules to ensure safety and legislative compliance
Contribute to preparation of technical proposals and wider project planning activities
Requirements Of the Role
Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related discipline
Strong understanding of fundamental engineering and mechanical design principles
Proven experience in mechanical design or installation within the automotive sector
Demonstrated experience in test rig or fixture installation
Broad engineering knowledge of powertrain systems
Experience managing technical projects and work packages
Supplier management experience
Ability to interpret and work from engineering drawings
Strong fault-finding capability within automotive engineering environments
Excellent project management, communication and presentation skills
Apply Now
If you are an experienced Senior Test Rig Facility Design Engineer seeking a technically challenging and rewarding opportunity, apply today to progress your career in advanced test facility engineering