At a Glance
- Tasks: Test innovative personal safety products and ensure they meet quality standards.
- Company: Join BSI, a leader in creating positive change for people and the planet.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days holiday, private healthcare, and flexible benefits tailored to you.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for skill development and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by ensuring safety in products that protect lives.
- Qualifications: Mechanical background or experience as a test engineer is essential.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We exist to create positive change for people and the planet. Join us and make a difference too!
Location: Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire
Position: Full-Time, Permanent
Are you an engineer with a mechanical background? Do you want a role where you’ll be able to interact with clients, as well as machinery and apply your technical abilities? BSI has a fantastic opportunity for a Test Engineer to join us at our Hemel Hempstead labs, working within our PPE testing team. Our Personal Safety Team works primarily with PPE, with three key areas – Latex, Headwear and Eyewear. You’ll test a variety of products, from condoms to equestrian helmets to safety goggles, to ensure that they conform to required safety and quality standards. You’ll need to be able to operate the machinery (including the ability to resolve day‑to‑day maintenance issues), record detailed testing results and also liaise with clients to advise the outcome of their product testing.
What We Offer
- Alongside your basic salary, 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays and the option to buy additional days)
- Private healthcare
- An excellent pension
- A wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle
About You
- Previous experience as a test engineer or mechanical discipline and/or a Mechanical Engineering qualification.
- Build relationships with our clients, understand their requirements and then deliver this work autonomously.
- Knowledge of Lean culture is beneficial.
- Strong interpersonal skills to confidently liaise with clients, and advise on the status of work to facilitate premier customer service and on‑time delivery on all work and projects.
- A drive for development is key as you’ll be given the opportunity to develop technical skills to work across a wide variety of laboratories, equipment and standards or client bespoke requirements.
- Resourceful and solution‑orientated.
- Proactive and flexible with great attention to detail.
- Knowledge of ISO standards such as ISO 17025 is beneficial.
If you are interested in being our next PPE Test Engineer, please submit your CV today to start your journey.
BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
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At BSI, we are committed to creating positive change for people and the planet, making us an exceptional employer for those looking to make a meaningful impact. Our Hemel Hempstead location offers a collaborative work culture where you can develop your technical skills while working with a diverse range of personal protective equipment. With competitive benefits, including 27 days of holiday, private healthcare, and a strong focus on employee growth, you'll find ample opportunities to thrive in your career as a Test Engineer in our Personal Safety Team.
