Diesel Engine Validation Engineer | Data-Driven Testing Pro

PE Global; Stafford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

PE Global is currently recruiting an experienced Validation Engineer to join our engineering client based in Stafford on a 12-month contract with potential extension. The role offers a rate up to £35.00 p/hour PAYE or £47.50 Umbrella p/hour.

You will plan and deliver end-to-end validation activities for diesel engine products, develop validation plans, analyze data and coordinate cross-functional teams. The role is fully onsite in Stafford with occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in product validation, verification, testing or development engineering.
• Experience creating validation plans, test procedures and technical reports.
• Root cause analysis methodologies such as 8D, DMAIC, Six Sigma are familiar.
• Experience with CAN-based data acquisition tools is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver end-to-end engineering verification and validation activities for diesel engine products.
• Evaluate diesel engine performance and assess overall engine health.
• Develop and manage validation plans, including test procedures, cycles and acceptance criteria.
• Coordinate day-to-day engineering, testing and data analysis activities.
• Analyse test data and trends to identify issues and opportunities for improvement.
• Conduct root cause investigations and verify corrective actions through testing.
• Produce data-driven technical reports and engineering recommendations.
• Support design activities through FMEA and collaboration with design teams.
• Work with test, manufacturing, supplier and Caterpillar teams globally.
• Contribute to validation methodologies including accelerated testing for future projects.
• Ensure all activities comply with quality, safety and compliance standards.
• Occasional overseas travel may be required.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Data analysis

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

CANape

Plato

E1NS

Farevo

Job description

PE Global is currently recruiting an experienced Validation Engineer to join our engineering client based in Stafford on a 12-month contract with potential extension. The role offers a rate up to £35.00 p/hour PAYE or £47.50 Umbrella p/hour.

You will plan and deliver end-to-end validation activities for diesel engine products, develop validation plans, analyze data and coordinate cross-functional teams. The role is fully onsite in Stafford with occasional travel.