Test and Development Engineer Overview:We are seeking a Test and Development Engineer that will be responsible for the planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of test and development activities for water based hydraulic systems and components used in waste processing applications. The role supports the verification and validation of safety-critical equipment and plays a key role in product development, qualification testing, and continuous improvement of hydraulic designs within a highly regulated environment.Key Responsibilities Plan, develop, and execute hydraulic test programmes including performance, endurance, pressure, leak, and functional testing.Specify and configure hydraulic test rigs, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.Conduct development testing to support design validation, optimisation, and troubleshooting.Analyse test data, identify trends, and provide clear technical conclusions and recommendations.Contribute to the production of detailed test procedures, test reports, and technical documentation suitable for engineering applications.Work closely with Design, Commissioning and Manufacturing functions to support product development and issue resolution.Provide technical input during design reviews, FMEAs, and qualification activities.Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to hydraulic system performance or test failures.Contribute to continuous improvement of test methods, equipment, and processes.Ensure all test activities c