Senior Test Engineer

My client, a leader in the automotive sector, is currently seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join their Test Operations Department in Leamington Spa, UK. This contract role involves prototype development, validation, and testing of driveline and transmission systems.

• Lead test rig installation work packages, ensuring delivery against time, cost, and quality targets.
• Plan and commission bespoke test rig installations, managing design teams, technologies, equipment, and processes.
• Interpret technical requirements and development plans (DVPs) to ensure test rig design and functionality meet project needs.
• Define instrumentation requirements based on project objectives.
• Oversee component, system, transmission, driveline, and vehicle testing, including specialist instrumentation, prototype component manufacture, functional and durability test rigs, and vehicle functionality and durability tests.
• Prepare work proposals and contribute to project planning.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and technician teams.
• Serve as the primary technical contact for facility-related enquiries.
• Monitor project costs and timelines.
• Manage periodic facility maintenance schedules to ensure safety and legislative compliance.

• A degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Automotive, or related discipline) is essential.

• Strong grasp of fundamental engineering principles.
• Proven experience in mechanical design or installation within the automotive industry.
• Demonstrated ability to manage technical tasks and projects.
• Experience in mechanical installation of test rigs or fixtures.
• Broad engineering knowledge of powertrain systems.
• Supplier management experience.
• Ability to coordinate and synthesise information from multiple engineering disciplines.
• Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings.
• Skilled in fault-finding techniques used in the automotive sector.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Excellent interpersonal, written communication, and presentation skills.

If you are a skilled Senior Test Engineer with experience in systems test, testing and inspection, test and commissioning, and hold a 2391 Test & Inspection qualification, we would love to hear from you.