Are you an experienced Propulsion Test Technician, or ready to expand your existing knowledge into such a position?
Have you gained experience in a similar environment?
Role & Responsibilities
The Build and Test department supports MAHLE Powertrain by building, instrumenting, and testing prototype engines, batteries and motors helping lead the research and development into new cutting-edge green technologies, such as Hybridisation and Electrification.
Duties
As a propulsion test technician, you would be carrying out the following activities:
* To comply with the Health and Safety processes set out by the company
* Fit instrumentation to propulsion systems such as engines, batteries and electric motors
* Rig these systems to either dynamometers, battery test chambers or other test rigs
* Support engineers with the commissioning of the device under test (DUT)
* Running the test facility to measure DUT parameters and optimise control settings as necessary
* Support development activities with hardware changes, issue resolution
* Have a good understanding of electronic control systems
* To be able to carry out problem solving/ fault finding on the devices under test
* Have an awareness of battery/ electrification and motors
Skills and Experience
* BTEC Level 3 or equivalent apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline would be advantageous
* GCSE – Math’s, English and Science (grades 5-9)
* Minimum 5 years’ experience of propulsion testing in a similar environment
* Good organisational skills
* Good diagnostic skills with engine ECU and battery BMS systems
* Ability to improvise and use own initiative when required
* Ability to work as part of a busy team
* Experience of control systems AVL PUMA, CP CADET, or National Instruments
* Natural aptitude for problem solving
What would we do for you?
Ongoing development and career opportunities
Competitive rates + shift allowance
Excellent working environment
Pension
Global recognition
Do you have any questions?
STEVE.FITZPATRICK@MAHLE.COM
+441604734915
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