Automotive Senior Engine Test Engineer

2 weeks ago


Bedford UK, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom Seismic Recruitment Full time

Automotive Senior Engine Test Engineer

Based on site in Bedford (Day Shift, 40 hours per week)

2 years+ Engine Test experience - salary up to £50,000


What would the Senior Engine Test Engineer do?

  • To deliver engineering objectives set by the Senior Engineer, Principal Engineer or Engineering Manager
  • Generate engine installation packs and schematics for accurate test bed setups
  • Identify engine/test delivery faults and collaborate with others to find effective solutions
  • Processing and validation of engine test data
  • Analysing engine data and understanding correct trends and causes for concern
  • Supporting colleagues as required to achieve wider goals
  • Track project efficiency and maintain project related invoicing
  • Devise and lead initiatives to reduce waste and optimise efficiency
  • Take active part in regular customer update meetings


What skills and experience will the Senior Engine Test Engineer need?

  • Automotive/Mechanical Engineering HND, Degree OR relevant experience of testbed operation will be considered in place of qualifications
  • 2 years minimum experience in an automotive engineering discipline
  • Test bed experience in an automotive testing environment
  • Excellent understanding of gasoline and diesel engine mechanical fundamentals
  • Instrumentation experience (thermocouples, pressure transducers etc.)
  • Able to create test automation procedures/schedules with a view to maximise automated running
  • Working closely with customer engineering teams to establish and carry out test programs
  • Experience of a wide variety of engine types would be advantageous (Petrol, Diesel, High Performance, Heavy Duty, Alternative Fuels


This advert represents a summary of the full role description. To apply, please submit a copy of your up-to-date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.



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