Senior Development Engineer – Mechanical Testing

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000

Are you an experienced Development Engineer with expertise in mechanical testing? Platform Recruitment is partnering with a 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 (or similar)

+ 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.