Westerham, TN16
37.5 hours, permanent
Salary: £35-45k depending on experience
Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of a range of high-end modern showers and related bathroom fittings. In this role, you will support and supplement the NPD & CPD teams by managing and maintaining laboratory equipment (including calibration) and test rigs, performing/supporting Design Verification Testing (DVT), as well as supporting other design and development activities.
Main Responsibilities:
75% or more:
1. Manage & maintain the lab equipment & test rigs including calibration.
2. Design & build of R&D test rigs.
3. Fix things that you can see need fixing.
4. Identify problems and find solutions.
25% or less:
1. Support the development of in-house tests to suit varying criteria.
2. Testing/evaluation of products to relevant internal & external standards as required.
3. Support warranty/audit testing as required.
4. Provide feedback on test results & any issues encountered, and work with other departments to offer an opinion on product suitability.
5. Assist with creation & maintenance of DVT test templates.
6. Assist with basic modifications/machining of prototypes in house.
Skills & Experience:
1. Relevant Engineering qualification to HND level or above.
2. Proven track record in product testing & rig maintenance.
3. Practical experience of using workshop equipment such as lathes/mills etc.
4. Ability to build prototypes and test products in the lab.
5. Basic understanding of 2D technical drawings.
6. An affinity for engineering with a desire to understand how things work.
7. Good understanding of test procedures & equipment.
8. IT skills including Excel & Word.
9. Plumbing skills desirable.
10. Basic electrical safety & wiring skills.
11. High standards on quality, responsive to teams around them.
12. Effective communication skills. Ensure timely sharing of information.
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