Mechanical Test Engineer

Description:

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 £43,000 - 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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