Test Engineer

The role reports to the Lab Manager within the Innovation Group. The Test Engineer leads the assembly of prototype mechanical seals conducts tests and analyses results to ensure prototypes meet product requirements while documenting findings and sharing insights with the team. Additionally the role involves maintaining a safe environment troubleshooting equipment and prototype issues and providing input for the design of test equipment.

The key responsibilities are as follows - 

• Interpretation of unique prototype drawings test specifications and requirements
• Understanding test requirements and carrying out research & development test plans by:
• Assemble prototype products
• Carrying out tests using bespoke test equipment
• Recording new processes and findings
• Creating written and graphed test data reports and helping to conclude the outcome
• Present data to wider group and provide insight on key test events
• Part conditioning - experimenting using manufacturing methods to meet finish requirements
• Reconfigure equipment to complete nonstandard tests through understand requirements design and planning
• Self manage own schedule providing commitments and executing effectively
• Work in a safe manner and understanding and applying general safety practices.
• Work in an organised manner understanding and applying 5S
• Support written risk assessments and COSHH assessments
• Contribute to team improvement projects
• Management of inventory for key NPD projects
• Apply a methodical approach to fault finding and RCAs: for both testing equipment and new products i.e. isolation of variables

Qualifications :

Qualifications

UK: HNC or equivalent Level 4 qualification

Technical Skills

Logical approach to fault-finding and troubleshooting

Familiar with pressure and associated physics

A keen eye for detail and for following processes/procedures

Good numeracy skills

Engineering/physics fundamentals

Experience level

Associate engineer level

Apprenticeship with applied engineering skills

And/or:
Addition academic project e.g. Formula student

And/or:
Technical hobby that incorporates analytical or creative thinking

People Skills

• Team working
• Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Effective Communicator
• Planning

Additional Information :

With colleagues stretching across the globe we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERGs include Veterans Pride Network Black Employee Network Network and Neurodiversity. 

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Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits while helping engineer a better future. 

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