Automotive Senior Engine Test Engineer
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
Based on site in Bedford (Day Shift, 40 hours per week)
2 years+ Engine Test experience - salary up to £50,000
What would the Senior Engine Test Engineer do?
* To deliver engineering objectives set by the Senior Engineer, Principal Engineer or Engineering Manager
* Generate engine installation packs and schematics for accurate test bed setups
* Identify engine/test delivery faults and collaborate with others to find effective solutions
* Processing and validation of engine test data
* Analysing engine data and understanding correct trends and causes for concern
* Supporting colleagues as required to achieve wider goals
* Track project efficiency and maintain project related invoicing
* Devise and lead initiatives to reduce waste and optimise efficiency
* Take active part in regular customer update meetings
What skills and experience will the Senior Engine Test Engineer need?
* Automotive/Mechanical Engineering HND, Degree OR relevant experience of testbed operation will be considered in place of qualifications
* 2 years minimum experience in an automotive engineering discipline
* Test bed experience in an automotive testing environment
* Excellent understanding of gasoline and diesel engine mechanical fundamentals
* Instrumentation experience (thermocouples, pressure transducers etc.)
* Able to create test automation procedures/schedules with a view to maximise automated running
* Working closely with customer engineering teams to establish and carry out test programs
* Experience of a wide variety of engine types would be advantageous (Petrol, Diesel, High Performance, Heavy Duty, Alternative Fuels
This advert represents a summary of the full role description. To apply, please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.