Mechanical Test Engineer - Fixtures & FEA
Location: Aldershot / Farnham (Hybrid)
Duration: 6 Month rolling
Rate: Competitive (Outside IR35)
About the Role
We are seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer to join our engineering team. The role will focus on the design and validation of vibration test fixtures, to ensure robust and reliable testing solutions for next-generation technologies.
Key Responsibilities
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Design and develop vibration test fixtures and associated hardware for durability and qualification testing.
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Perform FEA to validate fixture strength, stiffness, and vibration performance.
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Support planning and execution of vibration, durability, and environmental test campaigns.
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Analyse and interpret test results, correlating with FEA outputs where appropriate.
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Produce clear technical documentation and validation reports.
Essential Skills & Experience
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Proven experience as a Test Engineer / Validation Engineer in automotive, aerospace, or related industries.
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Hands-on expertise in vibration test fixture design and build.
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Strong proficiency with FEA tools (e.g. ANSYS, Abaqus, SolidWorks Simulation).
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Good understanding of vibration, fatigue, and structural validation methods.
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Ability to work collaboratively across design, development, and validation teams.
Please send CV for submission