Test & Validation Engineering Technician
On-siteGrove, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Set up and operate test rigs including HiL transmission, VTT dyno, brake dyno, eight-post, fuel, cooling, and structural facilities for component and sub-assembly testing. Configure and calibrate control software, data acquisition systems, instruments, and actuators before every test, while performing routine maintenance and supporting pre-emptive repairs. Uphold data analysis and reporting standards by signing off work before release, and write and maintain standard operating procedures to ensure consistent, high-quality deliverables. Guide and support the development of Technicians and Apprentices while contributing to the design and development of overall test capability. Adhere to health and safety obligations, cost cap rules, and Williams Values & Behaviours to maintain personal high standards and department presentation.
Required Qualifications
- Extensive experience working in an R&D environment, supporting the execution of vehicle or powertrain testing and validation
- Extensive practical engineering skills and knowledge in the preparation and operation of vehicles and test rigs
- Experience operating complex test facilities, interpreting data and fault finding
- Relevant technical qualifications to Level 5, or level 3 with strong evidence of vocational development equivalent to level 5
Desired Qualifications
- Previous supervisory or technical responsibility
- Ideally in Formula One
- Proficiency with the following hardware & software: Instron, Servotest, Cats3, MATLAB, HBM, Catman, Atlas, Mistras AE, GOM Aramis, NX, Team Centre, VBA & National Instruments
- Familiarity with tools such as Instron, Servotest, Cats3, MATLAB, HBM, Catman, Atlas, Mistras AE, GOM Aramis, NX, Team Centre or VBA
- Previous supervisory or technical responsibility is a plus
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