Senior Development Engineer

Senior Development Engineer – Mechanical Testing
Location: Cambridge
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000

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 test software development
  
• 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