Test & Development Engineer - Product Development Location: Preston, UK Employment Type: Full-time | Permanent Industry: Engineering | Product Innovation About the Role A well-established and innovative manufacturer is seeking a Test & Development Engineer to join its product development team. This role is central to the testing, validation, and refinement of new and existing products, ensuring they meet performance, safety, and compliance standards.The successful candidate will be involved throughout the product lifecycle-from concept and prototyping to final validation-providing technical insight and supporting continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Product Testing & Validation Plan and conduct product tests including performance, durability, and safety assessments Design and build test rigs and instrumentation setups Analyse test data and provide feedback to design and engineering teams Data Analysis & Reporting Interpret technical data using engineering tools and software Produce detailed reports and present findings to internal stakeholders Support root cause analysis and corrective actions Prototype Development & Evaluation Collaborate with design engineers to develop and as...