Testing Engineer - R&D

Harlow

Salary - Negotiable DOE

Monday - Friday days

Your new role:

A leading manufacturer and innovator within the fire protection sector is seeking a hands-on Testing Engineer to join their Research & Development team in Harlow. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer or technician with testing, manufacturing, laboratory, or engineering experience who enjoys a practical role combining product testing, technical problem-solving, and project support.Working within a specialist R&D environment, you will play a key role in preparing and conducting fire tests, supporting product development activities, and ensuring testing programmes run effectively.

The position offers a varied workload, combining technical testing, workshop activities, documentation, logistics, and occasional travel to customer and testing sites across the UK and internationally.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

Prepare test specimens and installations for fire testing activities. Carry out practical assembly and installation work, including sheet metal and ductwork preparation. Support internal and external fire testing & manufacturing development programmes. Assist with test execution, data collection, and technical reporting. Interpret and work to relevant technical standards and procedures. Contribute ideas and practical insights to support ongoing product development projects.This is just a summed-up list, and other duties will be required.

Skills & Experience required:

Previous experience in a similar role within engineering, manufacturing, testing, technical, or laboratory environments. Practical hands-on engineering or mechanical aptitude. Experience interpreting technical documents, standards, or procedure Experience using sheet metal machinery and equipment Knowledge of ductwork, HVAC systems, insulation products, or fire testing standards would be beneficial. Problem-solving mindset. What you need to do now if you're interested in this role:

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