Test Engineer

APV Corporation Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

On-the-job training

Job summary

APV Corporation Pty Ltd – Campbellfield VIC invites a Test Engineer with strong mechanical engineering fundamentals to join our test and evaluation laboratory. You will manage end-to-end testing programs across key industries, from planning and execution to reporting, while aligning with safety and quality standards.

On-the-job training and flexible working hours are provided. The successful candidate will collaborate with engineers and technicians, deliver quotes, interpret standards, and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with FE analysis or dynamic modelling is advantageous.
• Strong fundamentals in physics and kinematics and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and report mechanical test and evaluation projects.
• Develop test & evaluation plans with end-to-end traceability.
• Provide cost estimations for quotations and interpret standards (ISO/AS/NZ/Mil-Std).
• Complete test reports and sign off final documents.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Altair HyperWorks

CAD

Job description

APV Corporation Pty Ltd – Campbellfield VIC

APV Engineering and Testing Services Pty Ltd (APV-T) offer this unique opportunity within the Test Centre's test and evaluation laboratory to an individual who can demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude and desire to learn new skills. Located in Campbellfield, VIC.

In return, you'll enjoy flexible working hours and on the job training. APV prides itself on the long-term service history of staff and strives to provide an excellent work environment for employees at all levels of the organisation.

APV-T is a NATA (ILAC) accredited mechanical and environmental test laboratory providing services to a wide range of industries which include Automotive (OEM and aftermarket), Aviation, Defence, Transportation and Component manufacturers. See https://www.apvtestcentre.com/

As a Test and Evaluation centre focused on safety innovation, you will work alongside experts in Crash & Safety Testing, Environmental & Life Cycle Testing, Mechanical & Dynamic Impact Testing, High Speed Imaging, High speed data acquisition and instrumentations and Biomechanical Testing.

The role:

APV-T is seeking an individual who is passionate about safety, product testing and development within our market industries. As a Test Engineer within our company, you will be responsible for managing a variety of complex end-to-end test and development programs for our customers. Our ideal candidate will have strong mechanical engineering expertise.

The detail:

Perform mechanical test and evaluation services and hands-on project management of assigned testing projects across the area. Take responsibility for test planning, preparation, execution, post-test analysis and reporting.

Work with other test engineers and technician to ensure test efficacy against customer specification, standards and work order remarks. In addition,

• Provide cost estimations for quotations
• Standards interpretation such as ISO, AS/NZ, Mil-Std
• Develop Test & Evaluation plans ensuring end-to-end traceability
• Complete test reports, analyse results and sign off final reports

On the job training will support you to develop skills to scope and champion new test and evaluation programs using sound engineering and research principles. Provide customer & industry standards interpretation, CAD solutions e.g. fixture design, end-to-end test procedures, budget management and scheduling.

Develop relationships with and act as a company liaison between Customers, Suppliers, Management and Colleagues to ensure test programs are effectively supported whist exceeding customer expectations.

Leadrisk analysis and issue identification, conducting root cause analysis and implementing corrective countermeasures.

Hands on assistance and backup support for other test centre personnel across a variety of activities as required.

Promote company culture and values e.g. safety first and continuous improvement in all aspects of the working environment.

Selection Criteria:

The successful candidate will have a tertiary qualification in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience with strong engineering fundamentals incl. physics and kinematics. Graduates are encouraged to apply.

It would be advantageous to have experience or a willingness to learn FEA dynamic modelling on Altair HyperWorks Software suite.Other skills may include CAE or script skills in VBA/Python.

Strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail and organisational skills are a must. You will be successful in the role if you possess a high level of motivation and integrity, a pro-active attitude, and good analytical and problem solving skills. The ability to managing parallel projects with maturity and professionalism will be required within the role.

Our recruitment process includes a pre-employment medical examination, National Police Check and reference checks prior to commencement. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.