Senior Development Engineer – Mechanical Testing
📍 Location: Cambridge
💰 Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
Are you an experienced Development Engineer with expertise in mechanical testing ? Platform Recruitment is partnering with a rapidly growing semiconductor scale-up in Cambridge, looking for a hands-on engineer to design and build bespoke test systems that push the limits of environmental performance .
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-tech environment, developing cutting-edge test methodologies and troubleshooting complex systems.
Key Responsibilities:
✔ Design and build custom components & test rigs
✔ 3D CAD design for prototyping and testing
✔ Develop test software to automate testing processes
✔ Create and refine test methodologies to enhance performance validation
✔ Investigate and resolve performance anomalies & failures
✔ Mentor and support junior engineers
Key Requirements:
✅ Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related Engineering discipline
✅ Good understanding of fluid mechanics
✅ Proficiency in 3D CAD design (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar)
✅ Experience in test jig and fixture design
✅ Hands-on expertise in LabVIEW test software development
✅ Practical experience with prototyping, mechanical testing, and troubleshooting
📢 If you have the right skills and experience, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today with your updated CV.