Mechanical Test Engineer

We are looking for a mechanical test engineer for a 6month fixed term contract for this Automotive research and development company based on the Mira technology park. You will be responsible for the testing & reporting of all mechanical components for use in air breaking systems on commercial vehicles. including the utilization and delivery of all key design documentation/theory to develop robust and functional products within the scope of pre-defined specification and cost targets

Working on the Mira Technology Park in Nuneaton the role has the ability to work 2-3 days a week from home.

PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A 6 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT.

The role as a mechanical test engineer.
Undertake all aspects of development and testing for his / her project / work to ensure
production introduction is successfully achieved in accordance with the relevant product design
specifications.

• Plan and implement test programs leading towards product development and Engineering Sign
  Off.
• Co-ordinate and liaise with Engineering the overseeing of all development, quality and customer
  return activities in terms of component / system testing and / or prototype manufacture.
• Ability to conduct Benchmark testing of products for current / future innovations.
• Analyse to a high degree of understanding test results to determine engineering solutions and, if
  necessary, utilising mathematic modelling.
• Able to compile detailed engineering reports through compilation of test data utilising sound
  presentation skills to formulate good engineering solutions.
• Control and maintenance of development records for traceability as document custodian.
• Liaise with Test Release Engineer to assist in the generation of the relevant test specifications for
  new products.
• Co-ordinate and manage the design and construction of component / system test rigs / equipment
  to fulfil legislative / customer requirements.
• When required, act as technical liaison with other departments (e.g.
• Service/Production/Quality/Sales departments) and outside suppliers
• Project Manage internal project or test aspects of an external resource

Qualifications needed to be successful in this test engineers role

• Degree in Engineering discipline, plus 2 3 years experience in engineering (preferably
  automotive, rail or aeronautical).
• Understanding and the ability to interpret global specifications.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and component inspection methods.
• Specific experience of preventative maintenance and calibration methods.
• Knowledge of automotive engineering (commercial vehicles) and Validation / Verification
  Methodologies.
• Measurement techniques with the ability to extrapolate data for reports.
• Knowledge / use of QS9001 / APQP procedures.
• Operation / maintenance and construction of current / bespoke test platforms including test rigs
  and pneumatic architecture

The benefits of this test Engineers Role:

• Working Monday - Friday 37.5 hour week - core office hours of 9.30am-3.30pm Monday - Thursday 9.30am - 12pm on Friday but flexible working to include those
• Hybrid working 2-3 days a week in the office
• Basic salary GBP43,000 - annual salary
• 25 days holiday, company pension
• Health care benefits.

If you feel this mechanical test Engineers Role is right for you please contact Nicky Clarke at Maintech Recruitment or click apply

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