Development Engineer

Innova Solutions; Stafford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Innova Solutions in the United Kingdom is seeking a Mechanical Validation Engineer to support a wide range of diesel engine projects within a small multi skilled team. You will contribute to validation planning, testing, data analysis and reporting to ensure engine performance and reliability.

The role requires at least 3 years of hands-on experience in product validation, strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in product validation, verification, testing, or development engineering.
• Experience creating validation plans, test procedures, and technical reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies (8D, DMAIC/DEMDI/6σ).
• Experience interpreting and analysing test data.
• Understanding of engineering validation and verification processes.
• Experience validating product performance against objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• High standard of written technical reporting.
• Knowledge of diesel engine systems (cooling, lubrication, air).
• Familiarity with DFMEA, DVP&R, Plato, E1NS, Farevo, or similar tools.
• Experience with high-speed data acquisition and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of CAN-based data acquisition tools (CANape).
• Experience conducting durability, performance, emissions, vibration testing.

Responsibilities

• Diesel Engine Performance evaluation and understanding of engine health
• Mechanical verification and validation of engine components and systems
• Defining and managing component validation plans
• Generation of test cycles, instrumentation requirements, boundary conditions and acceptance criteria
• Coordination of day-to-day engineering activity and management of test and analysis activity
• Failure analysis and defect resolution using industry-standard methods
• Technical reporting
• Conducting all work operating procedures and local methods to meet quality standards
• Support to the design function through FMEA attendance
• Collaboration with all platform teams based at the Stafford facility
• Occasional overseas travel may be necessary as required by business needs

Skills

Data Analysis

Decision Making

Focus on Quality

Planning and Organising

Initiating Action

Excellent Communication

Effective Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

DFMEA

DVP&R

Plato

E1NS

Farevo

CANape

Job description

The successful applicants must be flexible as the role involves working on a wide variety of projects within a small multi skilled team.

• Diesel Engine Performance evaluation and understanding of engine health
• Mechanical verification and validation of engine components and systems
• Defining and managing component validation plans
• Generation of test cycles, instrumentation requirements, boundary conditions and acceptance criteria
• Coordination of day-to-day engineering activity and management of test and analysis activity
• Failure analysis and defect resolution using industry-standard methods
• Technical reporting
• Conducting all work operating procedures and local work methods to meet compliance with quality standards
• Support to the design function is required through FMEA attendance
• The role will require collaboration with all platform teams based at the Stafford facility
• Occasional overseas travel may be necessary as required by business needs

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Data Analysis and Reporting
• Decision Making
• Focus on Quality
• Planning and Organising
• Initiating Action
• Excellent Communication at all levels
• Effective Teamwork

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in product validation, verification, testing, or development engineering.
• Experience creating validation plans, test procedures, and technical reports.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with root cause analysis methodologies. E.g. 8D, DMAIC/DEMDI/6σ, etc
• Experience interpreting and analysing test data.
• Understanding of engineering validation and verification processes.
• Experience validating product performance against Product or Technical Objectives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• High standard of written technical reporting
• Working knowledge of industrial diesel engine systems such as cooling, lubrication, air etc…
• Familiarity with DFMEA, DVP&R, Plato, E1NS, Farevo, or equivalent engineering tools.
• Experience with high-speed data acquisition and instrumentation systems.
• Knowledge of CAN-based data acquisition tools such as CANape or similar platforms.
• Experience conducting durability, performance, emissions, vibration, or robustness testing.