Engine Test Technician in Coventry

Our OEM Client based on the Warwick University campus in Coventry is searching for an Engine Test Technician to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027.

Umbrella Pay Rate: £23.60 per hour.

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.

Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required:

• Handson 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.