Mechanical Test Engineer 6829

FIRST BASE EMPLOYMENT LIMITED · Nailsworth, South West

Mechanical Test Engineer 6829 at FIRST BASE EMPLOYMENT LIMITED, based in Nailsworth, South West. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Nailsworth, South West
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
3 Sep 2026
Sector
Quality Control

Reference https://first-base.co.uk/job/mechanical-test-engineer-6829/

About the role

Mechanical Test Engineer (Vehicles / Engines) 6829

Location: Nailsworth

Hours:
Monday to Thursday 7:30am – 4:30pm, Friday 7:30am – 2:00pm (40 hours per week) with occasional weekend work

Salary: £12.98 – £18.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
 

Key Responsibilities of a Mechanical Test Engineer

  • Carry out vehicle testing and repair on specialist equipment
  • Work with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and engines
  • Support the service and after-sales team as required
  • Attend customer sites for on-site testing, installation, and calibration when required
  • Collaborate effectively within a small, skilled engineering team
  • Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety, and quality control

Key Skills of a Mechanical Test Engineer

Essential:

  • Mechanical or electrical engineering background
  • Hands-on practical experience within an engineering or workshop environment
  • Strong interest in technical systems and problem-solving
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Willingness to travel occasionally to customer sites

Highly Advantageous:

  • Experience working with engines
  • Knowledge of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Understanding of specialist vehicle systems

Benefits

  • 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
  • Company pension scheme
  • Life insurance
  • Free on-site parking
  • Access to company benefits portal with discounts and wellbeing support
  • Overtime opportunities available

 

Training & Development

  • Comprehensive training provided for the right candidate
  • Opportunity to work with specialist equipment within the aviation sector
  • Exposure to global projects and innovative engineering solutions
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing engineering business

To apply for this position, please email your CV to [email removed] or call Zee Powell on [phone removed] for more information.

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For a full list of our current vacancies, please visit: https://first-base.co.uk/current-jobs

First Base Employment is acting as a recruitment agency for this vacancy. We specialise in Commercial, Industrial, and Engineering recruitment.

Reference: https://first-base.co.uk/job/mechanical-test-engineer-6829/ · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 3 Sep 2026 · Listed via FIRST BASE EMPLOYMENT LIMITED

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