Designer Senior Specialist (PD40E5)

Marelli; Millbrook; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Support in onboarding and training

Hybrid work model

Fast-paced international team

Job summary

An automotive supplier in Millbrook is seeking a Senior Test Engineer for Research & Development in Interior Testing. The role involves planning and executing test programs, managing project test plans, and collaborating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have an HND in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 6 years of relevant automotive testing experience. The position offers a hybrid work model and opportunities for continuous training.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of testing experience within the automotive industry.
• Understanding of automotive performance requirements, including legal and safety.

Responsibilities

• Plan, control and execute interior test programs.
• Conduct root cause analysis for failures and propose countermeasures.
• Create and control project test plans for each development phase.

Skills

Automotive performance testing

Project management skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving using engineering tools

Education

HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Company Overview

Marelli is a global independent automotive supplier focused on performance, speed and innovation. We drive future mobility through manufacturing excellence and advanced technology across lighting, sensing, thermal solutions, electronics, green technology, interior experience and propulsion.

About the Position

Senior Test Engineer – Research & Development – Interior Testing. Reporting to the CPM & Interior Development Group Leader. Based at Marelli Automotive Systems Europe Technology Centre Millbrook Office, UK.

Responsibilities

• Plan, control and execute interior test programs in accordance with IATF 16949.
• Review and analyse customer test specifications and define validation requirements with design group.
• Create and control project test plans for each development phase.
• Conduct root cause analysis for failures and direction of countermeasures.
• Submit project test reports for each application development phase according to milestones.
• Prepare and present necessary documents for design reviews.
• Act as single point contact for internal and external stakeholders for interior testing.
• Plan and execute benchmark test activity for continuous improvement.
• Execute PDCA cycle and propose efficiency improvements.
• Produce reports for management review.
• Comply with health, safety, and environmental systems requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 6 years of testing experience within the automotive industry.

Other Skills

• Experience of automotive performance testing, preferably with interior components.
• Understanding of automotive performance requirements including legal and safety.
• Project management to meet QCD milestones.
• Lead test reviews with customer and cross‑function teams.
• Plan, lead and execute activities for self and team members.
• Set and review objectives for team members and coach where necessary.
• Analyse and solve problems using engineering tools and techniques.
• Flexibility and ability to work on a variety of tasks.
• Strong self‑learning attitude.
• Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers.
• Good PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Continuous improvement attitude.

Expectations – Health and Safety

• Take responsibility for personal health, safety and welfare and ensure employees supervise duties in a safe environment.

Expectations – General Data Protection (GDPR)

• Ensure compliance and execution of GDPR policies, monitor and maintain records of data processing activities.

Expectations – Corporate Social Responsibility

• Maintain high level of CSR in line with company policy.

Expectations – Compliance

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, laws and Marelli Code of Conduct.

What this Position Offers

• Fast‑paced high‑performing international team dedicated to mobility.
• Support in onboarding and continuing training to set you up with Marelli’s speed.
• A hybrid work model to support work‑life balance.

Next Step

Ready to shape the future of automotive industry and grow with us? Talk to us! Apply via [Website, such as LinkedIn].

Contact

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