Job Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Engine Test Technician to join our team at Seismic Recruitment. Based in Bedford, this is a fantastic opportunity for individuals with a background in automotive and/or testing.
Salary: Up to £39,000 for Vacancy 1 (Engine Test Technician) and up to £42,000 for Vacancy 2 (Propulsion Test Technician), depending on experience.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will contribute towards engine/test piece palletisation, installation, and setup of instrumentation and support systems. They will validate basic engine running and associated fluid, fuel, and boost conditioning systems in a test cell environment. The role requires working as part of a team to run customer test requirements in a test cell for specific customer development programs. This includes identifying and diagnosing unit faults, both mechanical and electrical, working closely with the Engineering team to deliver effective solutions.
Responsibilities:
* Palletisation and installation of engines/test pieces
* Setup of instrumentation and support systems
* Validation of engine running and associated fluid, fuel, and boost conditioning systems
* Running customer test requirements in a test cell
* Identifying and diagnosing unit faults
* Servicing and hardware changes
* Test cell operation using automated test cycles and manual operation
* Liaising with supporting staff, Engineers, Supervisors, and customers
* Improving initiatives to reduce waste and optimize efficiency
Requirements:
* Experience in automotive and/or testing background
* Formal automotive qualification or apprenticeship
* Experienced Technicians from OEM Dealerships or Petrochemical testing welcome
This is a great opportunity for candidates with a passion for automotive and testing to take their career to the next level. If you have the necessary skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.