Right Now Group
Guildford, Surrey
14/05/2026
Full time
Right Now Group are currently partnered with an International Engineering client and industry leader who are recruiting for an NPI Test Engineer to support with testing, design, product approval and validation. Ideally you would have come from an Engineering background within mechanics or electronics and have a genuine interest in testing, compliance and regulations. IMPORTANT: Full Training will be provided and some travel will be required in order to visit the main production facility in the UK Job Title: NPI Test Engineer Salary: £35k-£40k Role Type : Full - Time Permanent Location: Guildford Role Description Design and test equipment to support product testing and validation. Create and maintain test procedures, protocols, and work instructions. Execute laboratory testing for components, assemblies, and finished products. Support New Product Introduction (NPI) projects through verification and validation activities. Collect, analyse, and interpret test data using appropriate statistical and engineering methods. Produce clear technical reports with conclusions and recommendations. Support root cause investigations and failure analysis activities. Assist in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA), Design of Experiments (DOE), and Design for Reliability (DfR) activities. Ensure all testing activities comply with health, safety, and laboratory procedures. Calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Support continuous improvement of laboratory processes and testing methods. Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to resolve technical issues. Desirable Previous experience in an Engineering/Assembly or Technician role Mechanical knowledge, previous experience in maintenance or some form of mechanics/engineering An Engineering related Degree, A level, NVQ or equivalent Good communication skills Attention to detail Have good problem-solving acumen Attention to detail Good systems skills, ideally Excel related