Vehicle Laboratory Test Engineer

Job Title: Vehicle Test Laboratory Engineer – (phone number removed) Location: Warwickshire The Opportunity This role is based within Vehicle Safety Test Laboratory (VSTL). This role is responsible for supporting and delivering physical test activity in a laboratory environment. Key Performance Indicators * Tests completed to time and quality * Test record/report submission to time and quality * Test logging completed on time and quality * Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) Adherence Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities * Assembly of test rigs and test properties to required specification. * Operation of rig control systems to ensure accurate and representative test conditions. * Operation of data acquisition and instrumentation systems to enable robust data collection. * Carry out rig inspection and maintenance, able to diagnose issues and ensure repairs are made in a timely and robust manner. * Conduct inspections of rig and test properties to support identification of issues and root cause. * Ensure test process documentation is completed to time and quality e.g. DART reports/records, logs, plans, issues. * Responsibility for operational Value Add on your associated rig/facility, accurate record keeping of activities relating to test progress and or delays within standard test management systems. * Coordinate required fixture design and manufacture in conjunction with design team where necessary. * Ensuring regular and informative updates to your Lead Engineer. * Be responsible for the health and wellbeing of yourself and others, challenge poor practices and provide the appropriate guidance to others. * Actively engage in the continual improvement of laboratory technology and test processes. * Adhere to all compliance frameworks including “Quality Management System” IATF 16949, “Environmental” ISO 14001 and “Health & Safety Management System” ISO 45001. Where necessary “Laboratory Standards” ISO 17025. Knowledge, Skills and Experience * Technical knowledge and experience of test facility operation and test sample preparation. * Operational understanding of principals of data acquisition and closed loop control systems. * Ability to process associated data and report on findings. * Problem-solver with a structured approach in a technical environment. * Desire to learn and apply new skills readily shares knowledge with others. * A clear communicator. * Able to understand engineering terminology and documentation. * Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements e.g. Risk Assessments, COSHH etc. * Knowledge of instrumentation calibration processes. * Computer literate. Education: * Engineering Apprenticeship * NVQ 3 or similar as a minimum qualification * Degree educated desirable