Test Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in flow control solutions seeks a Test Engineer to join their Innovation Group in Slough. This role involves leading prototype assembly, conducting tests, and ensuring safety standards while collaborating with multi-functional teams. Ideal candidates possess an HNC or equivalent and are experienced in hands-on engineering roles, with strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.

Qualifications

• Educated to HNC or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar hands-on role.
• Familiarity with pressure systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead assembly of prototype mechanical seals and conduct tests.
• Interpret complex prototype drawings and collaborate with product teams.
• Manage personal workload and schedule independently.

Skills

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Troubleshooting

Understanding of Physics

Logical Thinking

Education

HNC or equivalent

Job description

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Founded in 1917, John Crane is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, and engineering of mission critical flow control solutions for increased efficiency, emission reductions and energy transformation. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems and predictive digital monitoring technologies. John Crane customer service is accessed through a global network of more than 200 global sites in over 50 countries employing more than 6,000 employees worldwide. We partner with our customers and help them meet the latest environmental standards and keep their operations safe and controlled.

John Crane is part of Smiths Group, For over 170 years, Smiths has been improving our world through smarter engineering. Our technology benefits millions of people every day – making travel safer, supporting sustainable energy transition, efficiently heating, cooling our homes, and helping our world stay connected.

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Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Test Engineer reporting to the Lead Test Engineer within the Innovation Group. The Test Engineer will lead the assembly of prototype mechanical seals, conduct tests and analyse results to ensure prototypes meet product requirements while documenting findings and sharing insights with the team. Additionally the role involves maintaining a safe environment, troubleshooting equipment and prototype issues as well as providing input for the design of test equipment.

This role is great for a hands on Test Engineer with experience of problem solving and planning.

This role is based from our Slough site working Monday to Friday normal office hours.

John Crane is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to crafting an inclusive environment for all employees.

Duties & Responsibilities (not limited to)

• Interpret complex prototype drawings, test specifications, and requirements.
• Collaborate with product teams to develop test plans and experimental designs.
• Execute research and development test plans, including:

Conducting tests using custom-built or bespoke equipment.

Documenting procedures, findings, and test results.

• Creating detailed test reports with written analysis and graphical data.
• Presenting results to cross-functional teams, providing insights into key test events.
• Perform part conditioning using experimental manufacturing techniques to meet finish and design specifications.
• Draft and refine new processes, procedures, and test methodologies.
• Reconfigure and adapt equipment for non-standard tests through a combination of requirement analysis, design thinking, and planning.
• Manage personal workload and schedule independently, delivering committed tasks on time.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment by:

Following general safety protocols and 5S workplace organization practices.

Leading or contributing to the creation of written risk assessments and COSHH documentation.

Identifying and mitigating potential hazards in own work and across the team.

• Participate in and support team-based improvement and innovation initiatives.
• Maintain and manage inventory for key New Product Development (NPD) projects.
• Apply structured fault-finding and root cause analysis (RCA) methods to:

Troubleshoot testing equipment.

Isolate variables and resolve issues in prototype product testing.

• Ensure high standards of test execution by:

Meeting all testing requirements and objectives.

Delivering accurate, high-quality test data and documentation.

Guiding or supporting the direction of experimental testing when needed.

• Communicate clearly with stakeholders to enable informed, team-based decision-making.
• Manage deadlines effectively, adjusting and communicating changes to plans as necessary.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and security of sensitive prototype products and bespoke test equipment.

The Individual

• Educated to HNC or equivalent
• Associate Engineer with extent amount of experience within an similar hands on role
• Be a problems solver whilst taking a logical approach to fault finding and troubleshooting
• Familiar with pressure systems and strong understanding of fundamental physics
• A keen eye for detail and for following processes/procedures

Diversity & Inclusion

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will John Crane, Smiths Group nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers – John Crane) or LinkedIn.