Test Engineer (Mechanical)

BSI Companies; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanical Test Engineer to join their dynamic team in Hemel Hempstead. This role involves conducting mechanical testing across a variety of products, ensuring safety and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mechanical engineering, excellent communication skills, and a customer-focused approach. With a competitive reward package and opportunities for ongoing training, this is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a company dedicated to excellence and sustainability. Join a vibrant team and make a difference in the world of product testing!

Benefits

Annual Bonus

Contribution Based Pension

Private Healthcare

27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Life Assurance

Flexible working hours

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Minimum HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong writing skills for clear and concise reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct client visits and provide technical support.
• Test products in line with specific standards and maintain records.
• Collaborate with colleagues and clients for seamless service.

Skills

Good communication skills

Customer-focused approach

Computer literacy

Ability to write reports

Teamwork

Knowledge of Lean culture

Knowledge of 17025

Education

HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering

Equivalent industry experience

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Great that you're thinking about a career with BSI!

Job Title: Mechanical Test Engineer

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time, Mon – Fri, 36hrs p/w

Salary: Up to £30,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits.

Do you understand the importance of testing products and/or services primarily for safety, efficiency, and fit for purpose?

Due to continued growth within BSI, we're looking for a Test Engineer to join our existing teams and carry out mechanical focused testing across a wide range of products within Construction Products, Personal Protection Products, Respiratory Equipment or Fire Suppression Systems.

The Test Engineer will:

• Conduct client visits (onsite and offsite - UK, Europe, Worldwide).
• Liaise with clients and advise on the status of work to facilitate premier customer service & on-time delivery on all work and projects.
• Respond to customer queries and provide technical support.
• Develop technical skills to enhance own skills & ability to carry out testing work across a wide variety of laboratories, equipment and standards or client bespoke requirements.
• Test in line to specific standards, procedures or client needs.
• Maintain traceable records and results.
• Produce project status and quality test reports.
• Liaise with calibration department on the maintenance and use of the correct equipment to carry out testing.
• Report and escalate issues in testing which impact performance or quality of results.
• Collaborate and communicate with colleagues, suppliers, locations, and clients to facilitate a seamless service through the whole BSI supply chain.

To be successful in the role, you should possess the following:

• A minimum of HNC/HND or equivalent in a Mechanical Engineering discipline, or equivalent industry experience in a test environment.
• Good communication skills and the ability to write clear and concise reports.
• Positive customer-focused approach to work and communication with colleagues.
• Good level of computer literacy and working knowledge of MS Office or equivalent.
• Strong writing skills - to write clear and concise reports.
• Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team to tight time scales.
• Knowledge or familiarity of Lean culture and tools.
• Knowledge of 17025 is advantageous.

BSI offers a competitive total reward package, an independent and varied job in an international environment, flexible working hours, ongoing training, and development with the inclusion of Annual Bonus, Contribution Based Pension, Private Healthcare, 27 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays, Life Assurance.

Do you believe the world deserves excellence?

We are proud to be the business improvement company for other organisations to become more sustainable and resilient and finally to inspire trust in their products, systems, services, and the world we live in.

If you want to contribute to this inspiring challenge, bring your open and enthusiastic mindset to our dynamic team, apply now and become part of the BSI family!

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BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate.

Our Excellence Behaviours: Client-centric, Agile, Collaborative. These three behaviours represent how we do things at BSI. They help us ensure that BSI is a great place to work and a highly successful business.