Role: Senior Test Engineer - UK Defence
Location: Bedfordshire
Salary: £60,000 D.O.E
About the Role: Join our dynamic team as a Military Vehicle Test Engineer, where you will collaborate closely with customers on vehicle-based military tests. This role involves managing customer programs across various testing disciplines, including powertrain, climatic, component, and full vehicle dynamic tests. You'll play a crucial part in validating and supporting military vehicles for the UK MoD and OE manufacturers using our unique facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and supervise test activities within a team of engineers and technicians.
- Create and update project timing plans to ensure deadlines are met.
- Liaise with customers and test authorities to meet specific test requirements.
- Communicate effectively with various departments and off-site facilities to plan and organize tests.
- Report test results and anomalies promptly.
- Continuously improve existing processes, procedures, and equipment.
- Provide off-site support when necessary and develop new test techniques.
- Write detailed test reports and support customers in resolving issues.
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Maintain a working environment in line with health and safety regulations.
Qualifications and Experience:
Essential:
- Experience in vehicle testing and general data acquisition.
- Knowledge of sensor types, electronics, circuitry, and vehicle mechanical systems.
- Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline.
- Full UK driver's license.
- Willingness to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check and obtain security clearance (SC).
Desirable:
- Knowledge of military vehicle standards and regulations.
- Project management experience.
- Comparative vehicle assessment and benchmarking.
- Understanding of vehicle network and communication systems (e.g., CAN).
- Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.
- Additional driving categories (HGV, PSV).
Core Competencies:
- Strong engineering background with a willingness to learn.
- Confident in customer interactions and a team player.
- Proficient in MS Office and solid verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
- Understanding of safety and environmental management processes.
Please note: Due to the sensitive nature of the work, candidates must be British Nationals with a UK passport and have resided in the UK for the past five years.
Apply today to be part of this innovative team!