Engine Validation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join their multi-skilled team focusing on the validation of diesel engines and systems. This role requires a strong engineering background, familiarity with FMEA processes, and excellent technical reporting skills. The successful candidate will work closely with global teams and may require occasional travel. Join us to be part of projects that drive innovation and quality in engineering.

Qualifications

• Experience in engine validation (diesel, petrol, gas).
• Familiarity with FMEA and validation plans.
• Experience with root cause analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical verification and validation of diesel engines.
• Define and manage validation plans.
• Technical reporting and defect resolution.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Data Analysis

Technical Reporting

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent qualification

Tools

CANape

Osiris

MS Office

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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.