Test/Validation Engineer

Construction, Property and Engineering; Stafford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Construction, Property and Engineering is seeking a Validation Engineer in Stafford to deliver end-to-end verification and validation for industrial diesel engines, supporting new development with focus on power density and emissions, and ownership of validated processes.

The candidate will hold a Mechanical/Automotive/Electrical degree or equivalent, have at least 3 years in validation or testing, and possess strong data analysis and reporting skills to drive robust validation methods and clear

Qualifications

• 3+ years in validation, verification, testing, or development engineering.
• Experience in automotive, aerospace, or industrial machinery validation.
• Strong analytical skills and data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate diesel engine performance, verify components, and assess engine health.
• Define and manage comprehensive component validation plans.
• Coordinate test execution and data analysis activities.
• Conduct failure analysis using standard methodologies.
• Generate data-driven engineering recommendations and reports.
• Collaborate with design, test, manufacturing and supplier teams.

Skills

Validation

Data Analysis

Root Cause Analysis

Project Coordination

Communication

8D/ DMAIC

FMEA

DVP&R

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Automotive/Electrical Engineering

Tools

FMEA

DVP&R

Job description

Validation Engineer

Location: Stafford

Duration: 12-month initial contract, with a strong likelihood of extension.

We are seeking a Validation Engineer to independently deliver end-to-end verification and validation projects for industrial diesel engines. The position focuses on product validation for new development projects surrounding power density and emissions. This is an opportunity to take ownership of product validation and help shape improved validation methodologies using accelerated testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate diesel engine performance, verify mechanical components, and understand overall engine health.
• Define and manage comprehensive component validation plans.
• Coordinate day-to-day engineering activity, test execution, and data analysis.
• Conduct failure analysis and defect resolution using industry-standard methodologies.
• Generate clear, data-driven engineering recommendations and technical reports.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional design, test, manufacturing, and supplier teams.

Qualifications & Skills

• A degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in product validation, verification, testing, or development engineering.
• Industry experience in automotive, aerospace, or industrial machine development is highly transferable.
• Practical engine robustness evaluation experience and knowledge of internal combustion development.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting test data and applying root cause analysis methods (e.g., 8D, DMAIC, 6 ).
• Familiarity with engineering tools such as FMEA and DVP&R.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills for delivering results to varying audiences.

Working Conditions

• Location Model: Fully onsite in Stafford (5 days a week).
• Hours: 37 hours per week.
• Schedule: Monday to Thursday 08:00 - 16:30; Friday 08:00 - 13:00.
• Equipment: All required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be provided.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.