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Senior Engine Test Technician

3 months ago


Bedford, United Kingdom UTAC Full time
Job Description

Purpose
We are recruiting for a Propulsion Test Technician to join the Propulsion Engine Test Centre at UTAC. The successful role holder will be responsible for running Propulsion systems in a testbed environment and all associated aspects from set-up through test cell configuration, servicing, and running of both automated and manual sequences. The Technicians work will contribute towards successful completion of end-to-end customer test programmes on a variety of prototype units, from downsized units with a focus on economy and emissions through to high output units with performance focus. The Technicians role will be supported by the Engineering team.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure all Health and Safety and quality procedures have been adhered to
  • Contribute towards unit palletisation Installation and setup of instrumentation and test cell automation system configuration as required by Engineering team
  • Validate basic engine running and associated fluid and boost conditioning systems in test cell environment
  • Be part of a team which contributes towards running customer test requirements in a test cell for specific customer development programs
  • Identify and diagnose unit faults, both mechanical and electrical, working with Engineering team to deliver effective solutions
  • Carry out servicing and hardware changes
  • Run the test cell using a mix of automated test cycles and manual operation leading into more complex calibration tasks with support from Engineering and Calibration teams
  • Be the first-line in quality control and unit test data validation
  • Take ownership of the unit, equipment and hardware in the test cell
  • Able to liaise with supporting staff, Engineers, Supervisors and customers on a technical level
  • Continue and improve initiatives to reduce waste and optimise efficiency
  • Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • City and Guilds and/or Full Apprenticeship. Alternatively ONC/HNC or similar in Automotive Engineering

Core competencies:

  • A sound automotive background, preferably within a test cell environment but candidates will be considered from other automotive disciplines
  • Excellent understanding of engine fundamentals and related systems
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision and instruction following completion of probationary period
  • Willingness to take responsibility for own work and offer support to others
  • Excellent teamwork ethics
  • Good time management and organisation
  • Respect for Health and Safety procedures and practices
  • A professional attitude under pressure and good communication skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and quality

Advantageous Qualities:

  • Experience of both gasoline and diesel testing, preferably in complex testing environments with a variety of testing techniques and equipment (pressure and temperature instrumentation, emissions measurement, etc.)
  • Experience of AVL and ETAS test bed related equipment and automation systems
  • Able to complete Electrical wiring assemblies
  • Experience with Lithium Ion Batteries (preferably Automotive)
  • Aware of Electrical automotive High Voltage (to 1000V DC) connectivity techniques
  • Experience in test automation software (AVL PUMA and/or Horiba STARS), indicating software (AVL Indicom, ETAS INCA), analysis software (AVL Concerto)

Personal Behaviours:

  • Interest in emerging technologies
  • Highly motivated team player
  • Good and inclusive communication skills
  • Represents highest company standards
  • Customer focused

Other:

  • Full UK driving licence & own transport (Millbrook is not easily assessable via public transport)
  • Willing to undergo a Basic Disclosure (DBS) check


Additional Information

For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.

By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.

Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.

In the UK this includes ;

  • Life Cover
  • Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme
  • Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.
  • Healthcare cashback plans
  • Generous holiday benefits
  • Contributory pension schemes
  • Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.
  • Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.

Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com

Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Note to Recruitment Agencies :

UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.