Job Title: Engine Test Technician
Location: Warwick University CV4 7AL
Rate: £23.60ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £17.69ph on a PAYE basis
Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed March 2027)
Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week
Reference: J37291700
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day‑to‑day operation of multi‑cylinder engine testbeds, ensuring safe, test‑ready rigs through routine test cell checks and the installation and validation of instrumentation and equipment.
- Support engineers with steady‑state, transient, emissions, calibration, and durability test activities.
- Perform first‑line diagnosis and troubleshooting for mechanical, electrical, rig, and measurement issues.
- Operate AVL PUMA, ETAS INCA, and related tools at an operational level to run test steps and verify channel integrity.
- Assist with hardware changes, including injectors, sensors, turbo components, exhaust parts, hoses, and fuel system items.
- Maintain testbed readiness while driving continuous improvements in rig uptime, palletisation efficiency, measurement reliability, and overall test execution.
- Support installation or commissioning of new rigs, instrumentation, facility upgrades, or measurement systems.
- Follow all APRL safety procedures for rotating machinery, hot surfaces, fuel handling, compressed gases, and electrical systems.
Required Skills and Experience
- Hands‑on experience operating combustion engine testbeds in a development or durability environment.
- Understanding of engine fundamentals, including combustion, turbocharging, fuelling, emissions, cooling, and lubrication.
- Practical knowledge of UUT palletisation systems and repeatable engine mounting practices.
- Skilled in installing and checking instrumentation for temperature, pressure, emissions, and airflow systems.
- Familiar with AVL PUMA and ETAS INCA for supporting test execution and basic troubleshooting.
- Able to diagnose rig issues, including sensor faults, wiring defects, leaks, vibration issues, and failures.
- Familiar with test procedures, engineering documentation, and safe working practices.
** THIS POSITION IS CONFIRMED INSIDE IR35**
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Engine Test Technician – J37291700 in Coventry employer: Caresoft Global Limited
As a Mechatronics Engineer at our Gaydon location, you will be part of a dynamic team that fosters innovation and collaboration in the automotive industry. We offer competitive rates, a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth, and opportunities to engage with cutting-edge technologies. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible contract arrangement until March 2027.
