Calibration Engineer - Engine Testing

KO2 Recruitment; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Calibration Engineer (Contract) in Milton Keynes to support engine testing and the development of a clean fuel measurement system. This position involves defining test plans, instrumenting test rigs, executing tests, and analyzing data in a workshop environment. Ideal candidates will bring experience in instrumentation and strong analytical skills. This contract offers a competitive rate of up to £45 per hour, outside IR35, commencing ASAP.

Qualifications

• Background in engine testing, instrumentation testing, or calibration is required.
• Experience with instrumentation & data acquisition systems is essential.
• Strong understanding of pressure, temperature, flow, and high-speed events needed.

Responsibilities

• Define and design test plans for a high precision engine measurement system.
• Instrument test rigs using pressure sensors and thermocouples.
• Execute manual testing and analyze data to report findings.

Skills

Engine testing background

Instrumentation testing experience

Data acquisition systems knowledge

Strong maths capability

Data analysis capability

Hands-on workshop experience

Python skills

MATLAB skills

LabVIEW experience

Tools

National Instruments

Job description

Job Description

Calibration Engineer for Engine Testing (Contract)

Location: Milton Keynes - Onsite
Contract: 6 months initially
Start date: ASAP
Rate: up to £45 ph - outside IR35

An automotive instrumentation business is looking for a hands on Calibration / Test Engineer, ideally from an engine test or instrumentation test background to help develop and validate a new clean fuel engine measurement system.

This is a practical, workshop based role focused on instrumentation, experimental testing, and data analysis, working closely with a small engineering team.

The Role:

• Define and design test plans for a high precision engine measurement system
• Instrument test rigs (pressure sensors, fast-response thermocouples, DAQ)
• Execute manual testing and repeat historic tests
• Analyse data and report findings
• Recommend design and test improvements
• Potentially support transition from manual to automated testing
• Collaborate closely with other engineers

Skills required:

• Background in engine testing, instrumentation testing, or calibration
• Experience with instrumentation & data acquisition systems (National Instruments preferred)
• Strong understanding of pressure, temperature, flow, and high-speed events
• Confident working in a hands-on workshop role
• Strong maths and data analysis capability
• Experience with Python or MATLAB (highly desirable)
• LabVIEW experience (desirable)

Desirable:

• Experience with Clean Energy systems e.g. gaseous or hydrogen
• Exposure to test automation or model development
• Familiarity with experimental method development

A one stage interview can be quickly arranged.