Test & Approvals Engineer - Mansfield
The successful candidate will work within the Test and Approvals department located at the DSE office Mansfield. They will perform verification and validation activities at a product and system level on new product developments as an integral part of ensuring high-quality products are built by the company. Full training and support will be provided.
Requirements:
Knowledge of electrical systems for power generation applications
BTEC or HND in electrical engineering
Good knowledge of electrical systems theory
Working with Live voltage
A good level of understanding of testing types, testing methodologies and software product development lifecycles
Good attention to detail
Experience in testing electrical and electronic systems
Previous experience in power generation, diesel generators and microgrids
Work as part of a team on various testing projects
PLC Programming Knowledge
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Develop internal procedures and techniques for verification and validation testing
Develop, test, and implement PLC programs using ladder logic and/or structured text for automation and control systems
Write and execute test scripts and plans for the testing of products as part of a new product development and release process
Setup test apparatus, including wiring and rewiring of test looms
Complete test and issue reports as part of testing in a controlled manner
Utilise existing and contribute to the development new testing tools
Communicate and maintain timing records for time spent on projects
Make use of the company documentation, version control system and issue management systems to record findings in a controller manner
Obtain product knowledge and assist with new product specification
Other ad hoc duties as and when required
Internal & External Relationships:
~ Engineering department – the test and approvals engineer will work closely with the software development team whilst testing the products and communicate the detail of the results
~ Technical Support – assist technical support with more involved customer queries
Benefits:
~25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
~ New flexible holiday scheme
~ Bupa Healthcare package
~ Life Insurance
~ Enhanced Maternity/Paternity pay
~5% Pension contributions
~ Companywide performance based annual bonus scheme