Mechanical Engineer

Test & Verification Engineer

Peterlee

Salary: £30,000 - £35,000

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration package.
• 26 days of annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Death in service benefit.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Supportive and welcoming team culture. 
  
  
  

Company Overview

Our client are leaders in the design and manufacturing of automotive applications. As they continue to expand, they are seeking a dedicated Test & Validation Engineer to join the R&D team. In this role, you will play a vital part in enhancing our clients product portfolio and contributing to the Test and Validation facility's success.

As a crucial member of the R&D team, you will be responsible for validating, evaluating, and enhancing product designs in alignment with technical specifications. Your role will encompass proof-of-concept validation and optimization.

 
Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation disciplines.
• Knowledge of data logging and signal processing, with a preference for experience in electromechanical system control is desirable.
• Understanding of product validation and its application to engineering components.
• Proven testing and fault-finding experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Suitable qualifications or relevant experience in an engineering field.

Duties & Key Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive test specifications to assess and enhance product performance against technical criteria.
• Instrument products to measure engineering parameters such as displacement, temperature, pressure, torque, and strain for validation purposes.
• Execute test preparations, assign test cycles, and perform checks before and during product validation.
• Generate technical validation reports and deliver presentations as required.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to discuss results and drive product specification enhancements.
• Design, set up, and operate test equipment covering mechanical, electro-mechanical, and control aspects.
• Systematically conduct teardown analysis on components to evaluate performance and investigate failure modes.
• Generate innovative ideas to improve test and validation methodologies, including sub-system level validation.
  
  

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