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At A-SAFE, we design and manufacture world-leading physical safety barriers and protection systems used in warehouses, factories, airports and logistics centres across the globe. As a Senior Test Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in proving the performance and reliability of our products through structured, physical testing, helping us maintain our position as the global standard for safety innovation. This is a practical, site-based role working in our world-class physical test facility. You’ll be on the test floor, preparing rigs, running tests, analysing results and guiding a small team in safe, efficient test delivery. This is not a software, component, or electronics testing role it’s about validating the strength, resilience and safety of our physical products under real loads and impact situations.
Job Responsibility:
Plan, coordinate and support the execution of product testing programmes, ensuring work is delivered safely, accurately and on schedule
Work primarily within our on-site test facility, supporting the preparation, setup and execution of physical product tests
Support the operational performance of the Test by Design department by maintaining clear test schedules, resource plans and priorities
Work closely with R&D, MPD and Operations teams to align testing activity with project requirements and timelines
Supervise and support test engineers and technicians on the test floor, fostering a positive, accountable and high performing team culture
Help identify bottlenecks, risks and constraints, proactively escalating and resolving issues before they impact delivery
Ensure strong process discipline across test documentation, data logging, equipment usage and health & safety practices
Support continuous improvement initiatives, helping refine workflows, increase throughput and improve test efficiency
Contribute to the maintenance and development of test equipment, facilities and infrastructure to ensure ongoing compliance and reliability
Produce clear, accurate technical reports and updates for internal stakeholders and project teams
Requirements:
Proven experience within a product testing, validation or test lab environment, ideally in a technical or manufacturing setting
Strong working knowledge of health & safety and quality systems, with experience operating within ISO or equivalent frameworks
High levels of mechanical competence, with the ability to assemble, prepare and secure products for accurate testing
Experience managing or supporting test planning, scheduling and resource coordination
Confidence handling technical data, documentation control and compliance processes
Experience supporting or leading engineers or technicians, with a collaborative and engaging leadership style
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to balance multiple testing activities and shifting priorities
A proactive, hands-on mindset, you’re comfortable working in a practical, test lab environment and enjoy being present where testing happens
A practical problem-solving approach and a drive to improve how things are done
Clear, confident communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams
The confidence to highlight risks, challenge assumptions and suggest improvements constructively
Flexibility and adaptability in a fast moving, operational environment where no two weeks are the same
A degree in an engineering discipline, ideally mechanical or related field, or equivalent experience gained in a practical engineering or test environment
Nice to have:
Knowledge of relevant test standards such as PAS 13, UNI, ANSI MH31.2 or similar
Experience testing safety barrier systems or polymer-based products
Exposure to specialist test equipment such as high-speed cameras, advanced measurement systems or specialist lighting setups
Experience contributing to lean, continuous improvement or operational excellence initiatives
Forklift driving experience
What we offer:
A subsidised on-site gym, available for all colleagues
Flexible start and finish times to fit around you and your lifestyle
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and NICU pay
25 Days holiday plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
Cycle to work scheme, Specsavers vouchers, long service rewards, EAP