Engine Validation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Engine Validation Engineer for a dynamic role in Leeds. This position involves mechanical verification of engines, defining validation plans, and collaborating with teams across global locations. Candidates should have an engineering degree and experience in engine development, along with strong skills in data analysis and technical reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in engine validation from diesel, petrol, or gas development.
• Familiarity with FMEA and root cause analysis tools.
• High standard of written technical reporting expected.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical verification and validation of engines and components.
• Coordination of engineering activity.
• Conducting work to meet compliance with quality standards.

Skills

Mechanical verification and validation

Defining and managing validation plans

Failure analysis

Excellent communication skills

Data analysis tools

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

CANape

Osiris

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Engine Validation Engineer, leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

Innova Solutions

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

Engine Validation Engineer

12 Months

Stafford

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

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

• Mechanical verification and validation of diesel engines, components and systems.
• Defining and managing engine, system and component validation plans.
• 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 to Perkins operating procedures and local work methods in order to meet compliance with quality standards.
• Support to the design function is required through FMEA process
• The role will provide the opportunity for collaboration with platform teams based at Stafford & Aurangabad facilities.
• Working closely with global Caterpillar facilities.
• Occasional overseas travel may be necessary as required by business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Engineering degree or other equivalent qualification/experience.
• Experience in engine validation gained from diesel, petrol or gas engine development.
• Experience in FMEA, validation plans definition and work/test instructions.
• Familiar with the 8D method and root cause analysis tools
• Working knowledge of industrial diesel engine systems including, but not limited to, fuel systems, cooling, turbocharging, lubrication
• Experience with data analysis tools (e.g. CANape, Osiris, etc.).
• Excellent organisation, communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills.
• PC literacy, excellent use of all MS Office components.
• High standard of written technical reporting.