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My client, an innovative company at the cutting edge of electric motor technology in automotive, requires a senior fault analysis engineer to join its team.
Responsibilities:
- Determining the root causes of reported faults using recognised analysis processes, such as 8D, Five Whys, Fault Tree etc.
- Engaging with multidisciplinary teams during the definition and investigation phases of 8D processes.
- Documenting investigations in a timely manner to allow tracking and reporting of their status and progress.
- Conceive, plan, oversee and execute tests and trials designed to establish the root causes of reported faults.
- Set out clear investigation strategies to instruct and guide Technician colleagues in their execution, when required.
- Document investigations accurately and thoroughly to produce appropriate engineering reports in a timely manner.
- Supervise and assist the career development of Fault Analysis Engineer direct reports.
- Provide guidance and support to Fault Analysis Engineers within the team.
Requirements:
- To hold a relevant engineering qualification (e.g. mechanical or electrical).
- To have experience in fault or failure investigation, or of test or development in a similar, relevant environment (e.g. automotive, aerospace, precision engineering).
- To have considerable experience working with mechanical parts and/ormachinery.
- To have practical experience in the use and application of electric or other rotational machines.
- To evidence a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and the ability to apply knowledge to real-world situations.
- To be able to communicate the progress and results of investigations, in progress and upon completion in a relevant and appropriate way.
- To be familiar with FMEA and 8D processes and supporting techniques.
- To have working knowledge and understanding of the properties of a range of engineering materials, and their applications.
- A flexible approach and the ability to succeed in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.
- Willingness to travel as required.
