Automotive Engine Test Engineer

Automotive Engine Test Engineer

Bedford

Attractive salary from £33k up to £50k (D.O.E) with a very generous benefits package including;

• Life Cover
• Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme
• Recognition awards
• Healthcare cashback plans
• Generous holiday benefits
• Contributory pension schemes
• Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.
• Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.

Do you have experience of engine testing in an automotive environment? Are you looking for that next step in your career with a leading Test facility?

The successful Engineer will join a dedicated test facility that offers over 70 km of unique tracks: high speed circuit, 4 4 tracks, alpine tracks, durability, as well as facilities dedicated to connected and automated vehicles!

You will become a key member within their Propulsion team where your personal career development is taken seriously. You can expect to grow professionally within this role taking on more, and more complex project work as customer demands change.

So what will you do:

• 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.
• Process and validate engine test data.
• Analyse engine data and understanding correct trends and causes for concern.
• Track project efficiency and maintain project related invoicing.
• Devise and lead initiatives to reduce waste and optimise efficiency.

What skills and experience you need?

• Automotive/Mechanical Engineering HND, Degree (Relevant experience of testbed operation will be considered in place of qualifications.)
• 1-2 years minimum experience in an automotive engineering discipline
• Test bed experience in an automotive testing environment.
• Instrumentation experience (thermocouples, pressure transducers etc.).
• Able to create test automation procedures/schedules with a view to maximize automated running.

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. The above represents a summary of the contract assignment.