Verification Engineer - PEM Electrolyser Systems

ITM Power PLC; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

BAYE share scheme

Birthday holiday

Holiday Purchase

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

EV Car Leasing

Job summary

ITM Power in Sheffield is seeking a Test and Verification Engineer to join our stack design and verification team. You will develop and execute V&V plans for PEM electrolyser stacks, conduct mechanical, hydraulic and thermal tests, and collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and electrochemistry teams.

You will analyze data, generate detailed reports, and support prototype scaling from lab to pilot. The role requires 3+ years in testing/verification of industrial/electrochemical systems,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in testing, verification, or validation of industrial systems or electrochemical technologies.
• Hands-on experience with test rigs, instrumentation, DAQ systems, and experimental validation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical assemblies, structural loading, sealing systems, and pressure testing.
• Experience analysing engineering data using tools such as MATLAB, Python or similar.
• Familiarity with CAD models and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of industrial safety practices, especially relating to hydrogen, pressure systems, or high-current systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute verification and validation (V&V) plans for full-scale PEM electrolyser stacks and clamping skid frame assemblies.
• Design and conduct mechanical, hydraulic and thermal test programs.
• Define test procedures, acceptance criteria, instrumentation requirements, and data acquisition strategies.
• Perform stack pressure, leak, load, compression, vibration, and endurance testing.
• Support FAT/SAT and prototype commissioning activities.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, and electrochemistry teams during stack and skid frame prototyping.
• Assist in the assembly, integration, and troubleshooting of prototype electrolyser systems.
• Evaluate structural integrity, clamping force distribution, sealing performance, and operational reliability.
• Support design iterations based on test outcomes and root-cause investigations.
• Analyse test data and generate detailed technical reports with clear conclusions and recommendations.
• Develop performance validation metrics and reliability benchmarks.
• Use statistical and engineering analysis methods to identify trends, anomalies, and failure mechanisms.
• Present findings to internal engineering teams and project stakeholders.
• Specify and support procurement of test equipment, sensors, DAQ systems, and instrumentation.
• Develop safe operating procedures for hydrogen and high-pressure testing environments.
• Support calibration, maintenance, and continuous improvement of R&D test facilities.
• Work closely with design engineers, manufacturing, suppliers, and project teams to ensure robust product verification.
• Contribute to DFMEA, risk assessments, and verification reviews.
• Support scaling activities from prototype through pilot and commercial deployment
• Contribute to continuous improvement of products, processes, and R&D methodologies
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies, materials, and industry developments
• Support knowledge sharing and lessons learned across projects
• Identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency improvements
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental policies and procedures
• Ensure safe working practices in offices, workshops, and testing environments
• Identify and report hazards, risks, and incidents
• Support risk assessments and implementation of appropriate controls
• Promote a positive safety culture within R&D activities
• Ensure work meets required quality standards, specifications, and regulations
• Follow defined processes for design control, testing, and documentation
• Support validation and verification activities
• Maintain accurate and traceable technical records
• Contribute to continuous improvement of quality systems and processes

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Hands-on engineering mindset

Problem solving (RCA)

Autonomy

Attention to detail

Resilience

Education

Degree in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

ITM Power in Sheffield is seeking a Test and Verification Engineer to join our stack design and verification team. You will develop and execute V&V plans for PEM electrolyser stacks, conduct mechanical, hydraulic and thermal tests, and collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and electrochemistry teams.

You will analyze data, generate detailed reports, and support prototype scaling from lab to pilot. The role requires 3+ years in testing/verification of industrial/electrochemical systems,