Systems Test Engineer

Sumitomo Electric; Warwick; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Systems Test Engineer to support the operation of an environmental chassis emissions dyno. This role involves direct technical engagement with clients and academia, ensuring the successful execution of tests and evaluations. You'll play a key role in the laboratory, working collaboratively with teams to develop methodologies and ensure compliance with ISO standards. If you have a passion for automotive engineering and a desire to advance your technical skills, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Experience in AVL SCADA and related tools for engine testing.
• Strong understanding of ICE emissions measurement and evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Operate environmental chassis emissions dyno and prepare vehicles for testing.
• Liaise with customers to derive technical test requirements.

Skills

AVL SCADA

PUMA

CAMEO

ETAS INCA

ICE emissions measurement

Test bed and chassis dyno applications

Technical test and evaluation processes

Planning and programme management

Communication and influence skills

Good activity execution skills

Job description

Position Title: Systems Test Engineer

Duration: Contract

Location: Warwick University

£27.16phr INSIDE IR35

*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*

About the company

I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM, based at Warwick University, who are seeking a System Test Engineer to join their team

Duties:

• This role is a key to enabling the laboratory and supports the Lead Engineer for the ongoing operation of the Environmental Chassis Emissions Dyno with Power Electronics assessment capability, you will be in direct technical engagement with our Clients' University academia and 3rd party engineering teams supporting your lead engineer in the understanding of the test requirements in detail.
• As part of the team, you will be responsible for the operation of the environmental chassis emissions dyno and the necessary physical activity of pre-check and preparation of vehicle for test, emission test benches, test reporting, including but not limited to the installation and instrumentation of the unit under test.
• The Client will be working collaboratively and in conjunction with the laboratory customers.
• Dependant of customer you may be required to report and provide explanation of the resulting test data.
• As a core objective you will be involved with your Lead Engineer for the operation of the Environmental Chassis Emissions Dyno with Power Electronics assessment capability
• The Chassis Dyno capability within the laboratory is expected to be utilised by the Client and sort after in terms of 3rd party projects, as such you will be engaged with one of the key laboratory capabilities
• Liaise with customers to derive complete technical test requirements, consult understand and develop test methodology.
• Operation of facilities, and support all processes to defined H&S and other auditable requirements to ISO standards, 16949, 14001 etc
• Monitor and work with team to transfer knowledge to new team associates where required, derive and deliver familiarisation of equipment for both new and current personnel as required.
• Core accountability of physical operation and upkeep of facility is held by this position

Skills:

• Experience in AVL SCADA, PUMA, CAMEO & ETAS INCA, as applied to a manual and automated engine test facility
• ICE emissions measurement and initial quality evaluation, both in test bed and chassis dyno applications
• Experience in rig/laboratory based technical test and evaluation processes in the field of ICE systems, with a comprehensive understanding of the engineering discipline.
• Desire to further develop your own and your teams technical understanding in the field
• Ability to evaluate and explain test methodologies and facility capabilities
• A good understanding of laboratory equipment capability and flexibility
• Good activity execution skills
• Good planning and programme management skills
• Ability to communicate and influence at operational level
• Experience working in technically contributing with in a ICE engineering environment

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