Engine Test Technician

Arden White Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the UK is seeking an Engine Test Technician to join their team. This permanent position involves testing high-performance engines across various sectors such as motorsport and automotive. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining test equipment, fitting engines onto rigs, and adhering to health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates should have previous experience in an engine test environment and possess a relevant engineering qualification. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Career development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an engine test environment.
• Apply a structured logical approach to work.
• Self-motivated and able to work in a clean organized manner.

Responsibilities

• Fitting and operation of engines onto dynamometers.
• Operation and maintenance of common test bed equipment.
• Troubleshooting and resolving issues preventing test progress.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Customer focused approach

Excellent time management

Confident communication

Understanding of internal combustion engines

Education

BTEC, ONC or higher qualification in engineering

Job description

Overview

Engine Test Technician - Performance Engines. Arden White is hiring an Engine Test Technician to join an industry-leading client at the forefront of high-performance engine development across motorsport, automotive, marine, and aerospace sectors.

This Test Technician role is responsible for carrying out tests on complete engines or sub-assemblies, along with rigging and maintaining the test hardware. Engine Test Technicians are also responsible for operation and programming of automated test equipment. This will be a permanent role. The role will be based on site and will be Monday to Thursday 7.30am - 4.30pm. Friday is 7.30am - 3.30pm.

Responsibilities

• Fitting, removing and operation of engines (part or whole) onto dynamometers or motor rigs.
• Fitting and set up of instrumentation onto test pieces.
• Operation, maintenance, and calibration of common test bed equipment.
• Able to run dynos and rigs control systems in test both manual and automatic modes.
• Be able to change testbed control system variables at engineers direction.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues arising that prevent test work progressing.
• Have familiarity with at least one engine ECU software.
• Assist dyno engineering with test bed conversions/upgrades as required.
• Maintain paperwork for tracking, lifting, fault database, maintenance sheets, and process measurements/checks.
• Consider the health and safety, environmental and energy impact of all activities.
• Support the Company's compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018 by following company policy and best practice.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in an engine test environment.
• Manual dexterity.
• A customer focused approach.
• Apply structural logical approach to work, working in a clean organised manner.
• Excellent time management and planning skills.
• Self-motivated.
• Confident and clear communication; verbal and written.
• Good understanding of internal combustion engines and engine test methodologies.
• BTEC, ONC or higher qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.

Why Join This Team?

• Work with cutting-edge technology across exciting industries.
• Career development and clear progression opportunities.
• Collaborative, supportive work environment.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Be part of a growing, forward-thinking engineering company.

Applications

Please apply with updated CV and details of current rate/salary and notice period. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted prior to submission. However please contact Michael Sorfleet by email if you have any questions.

Please note, these positions CANNOT support sponsorship.

If this role is not for you, but you know some who may be interested, please forward this email on to them. We offer a referral scheme.