Job Overview
We are seeking skilled Automotive Engine Test Technicians to join our team based in Bedford, working a standard day shift pattern of 40 hours per week.
If you have an automotive background and experience within a test cell environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Two vacancies are available:
* Vacancy 1: Engine Test Technician (Salary up to £39,000) - requires automotive test experience
* Vacancy 2: Propulsion Test Technician (Salary up to £42,000) - requires engine test experience
Duties and Responsibilities
* Contribute to the installation and setup of instrumentation and support systems
* Validate engine running and associated fluid, fuel, and boost conditioning systems in a test cell environment
* Work as part of a team to run customer test requirements in a test cell for specific development programs
* Identify and diagnose unit faults, both mechanical and electrical, with input from the Engineering team
* Perform servicing and hardware changes
* Operate the test cell using automated test cycles and manual operation, progressing to more complex tasks with engineering support
* Take ownership of test pieces, equipment, and hardware in the test cell (dependent on experience)
* Liaise with supporting staff, engineers, supervisors, and customers on a technical level
* Maintain initiatives to reduce waste and optimize efficiency
Required Skills and Experience
* Automotive or testing background experience
* Formal automotive qualification or apprenticeship
* Experienced technicians from OEM dealerships welcome
* Experienced petrochemical testing technicians welcome
What We Offer
An attractive salary, opportunities for career growth, and a chance to work with a reputable company.