Instrumentation Engineer
Rheinmetall BAE Systems Land Ltd RBSL Ltd in Telford Shropshire
Ref.-Nr.: UK00529
Schedule type: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent Full-Time
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are currently recruiting for an Instrumentation Engineer to join the Engineering Team. It is an 18 months Fixed Term Contract. The successful candidate will initially work closely with the engineering Subject Matter Experts and the Trials Team to undertake trials planning, focusing on defining & documenting instrumentation requirements. Ensuring the selected instruments meet all trials needs through a combination of interrogating product datasheets and bench testing equipment.
The role is based at our Telford site, although the candidate should expect significant amounts of travel to various locations around the UK and abroad.
Position Duties and Responsibilities
* Work closely with the Instrumentation Lead, Trials Managers, Subject Matter Experts, and other team members to ensure instrumentation is correctly specified and capable of functioning as required throughout the duration of the trials.
* Contribute towards, and write instrumentation plans for trials, including Trials Readiness Reviews where required. Ensuring instrumentation is correctly specified to meet the accuracy, resolution & calibration requirements of the trials plan, with reference to appropriate military standards.
* Work autonomously under pressure at a range of test sites to ensure the instrumentation & data acquisition needs of the trial are met.
* Manage test equipment on trial sites in line with relevant company Security, Data and Asset Management Plans. Ensure all instrumentation is available, maintained, and calibrated for the duration of the trial. Calibration certificates are in date, available & in accordance with the relevant standards.
* Ensure an adequate provision of spares stock on trial locations, arranged through the Instrumentation Lead. Fitting replacement or additional measurement equipment during trials to prevent equipment failure or minor scope increases delaying the schedule.
* Ensure DAQ systems & other measurement equipment are installed correctly as per trials instrumentation plans. Equipment must be installed such that it is mechanically secure, electrically safe & does not interfere with normal vehicle operating or safe ingress/egress.
* Gather accurate and repeatable data for the trial as per the Detailed Test Plan. Manage data storage solutions such as hard drives and SD cards to ensure complete test serials can always run without interference or data loss.
* Manage the production and storage of data in line with the Data Management & Security Plan(s), ensuring all data is handled as per its classification.
* Contribute towards Daily Trials Reports from an instrumentation perspective, including: documentation of equipment failures; order status of necessary replacements; instrumentation scope extensions & total data gathered.
* Contribute experience towards the purchase of new test equipment through the trials process. Ensuring it meets all applicable military standards and RBSL Subject Matter Expert requirements.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE
* A degree in a relevant engineering discipline is desirable; if not, equivalent engineering and test experience is essential.
* Experience in verification and validation activities, preferably on mobile machinery or within the Military Land Equipment domain. Experience with instrumentation for firing, sighting & mobility trials is desirable.
* Experience with the specification, installation and operation of data acquisition equipment and instrumentation across complex systems. Knowledge of 24V systems, safe electrical working practices & fault finding are essential.
* Working knowledge of CAN bus, Ethernet, electrical power, and communication technologies/test equipment is desirable.
* Working knowledge and experience of utilizing various sensors such as accelerometers, strain gauges, temperature sensors, current clamps, etc. is desirable.
* Familiarity with hardware & software such as Dewesoft, IMC, Racelogic VBox is desirable.
* Familiarity with MOD sites and policies including Range Standing Orders is an advantage.
* Strong technical report writing, verbal, and IT communication skills are required.
* A strong work ethic and good team working skills are required.
* Willingness to travel extensively within the UK and abroad.
* Must hold a Full UK Drivers Licence.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
We want RBSL to be an employer of choice and for our employees to build a career they can be proud of with us. Through our contracts to deliver world-class products and support, we are able to offer great opportunities for personal development and career advancement through specialist technical roles, essential support functions, and leadership positions.
* Competitive salaries reviewed each year against market
* Annual incentive scheme
* Life assurance
* 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays
* Long Service rewards with additional holiday
* Holiday purchase scheme
* Health cash plan
* Employer pension contributions up to 10%
* Salary sacrifice benefits including cycle to work and electric vehicles schemes
* Access to high street and gym discounts and cashback
* Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits
CONTACT INFORMATION
Contact Person: Iwona Kurpiewska
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