Senior Test Engineer

Senior Test EngineerLocation: WymondhamSalary: Competitive based on experience

Are you an experienced Senior Test Engineer looking to take the next step in your career? Our client, a leading engineering company, is seeking a skilled professional to join their Test and Simulation team. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge verification and validation tasks, focusing on the testing of electric motor components and drive systems.

About the Role:

As a Senior Test Engineer, you will take ownership of dynamometer verification testing, manage test schedules, and oversee test rig and fixture design changes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring all testing processes align with industry standards and company procedures. This is a technical leadership role, requiring strong problem-solving abilities and a focus on continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and define test facilities, schedules, and validation processes.
• Plan and execute verification and validation testing of electric drive systems.
• Design and implement test system architecture, including NI LabVIEW coding for verification.
• Lead root cause analysis on test failures and identify solutions for improvement.
• Supervise, train, and mentor test engineers to support ongoing development.
• Ensure all test procedures, jigs, and fixtures meet high-quality engineering standards.
• Process and evaluate test data to ensure validity and compliance.
• Produce technical reports and provide recommendations based on test results.
• Maintain test equipment calibration and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Support new product development through testing, data analysis, and competitor bench marking.

Skills and Experience Required:

Essential:

• Degree (BEng/BSc) in Electronics, Embedded Systems, or Electro-Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in an engineering development environment, preferably in Automotive or similar sectors.
• Strong knowledge of electronics principles, including signal measurement best practices.
• Proficiency in NI LabVIEW and experience with data acquisition systems (PXI, PXIe chassis & cards).
• Experience using MATLAB for data analysis and presentation of results.
• Understanding of DSP, Fourier Transform, sampling rates, bandwidth, and signal processing.
• Excellent technical reporting skills with experience in verification and validation procedures.

Desirable:

• Experience in visual programming, multithreaded processes, and API integration's (e.g., C++, C#).
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical testing methodologies and pre-compliance testing.
• Familiarity with MRP software and engineering management systems.

The hours of work are Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.00pm

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• 25 days holiday plus BH
• Pension & Life Assurance
• Employee Share Scheme
• Support for Professional Development and Training.

If you're a Senior Test Engineer ready for your next challenge and looking to work in an exciting and fast-paced environment the Click "Apply Now" to take the next step in your career.