At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead engine test operations and support engineers with testing activities.
- Company: Join a cutting-edge automotive engineering team focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, hands-on experience, and opportunities for growth.
- Other info: Dynamic work environment with a focus on safety and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of engine technology and make a real impact.
- Qualifications: Experience with combustion engines and testbed operations required.
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.
- If you are interested in this role and have the skills and experience required Apply Now
Engine Test Technician in Warwick employer: Select Engineering
Join a leading global Tier 1 supplier as a Maintenance Technician, where you will be part of an innovative team driving automation projects. Our company fosters a collaborative work culture that prioritises employee growth through continuous training and development opportunities, ensuring you can advance your career while contributing to exciting projects. Located in a dynamic environment, we offer competitive benefits and a commitment to maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency, making us an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding work.
We think you need these skills to ace Engine Test Technician in Warwick
Engine Testbed Operation
Instrumentation Installation and Validation
Mechanical Troubleshooting
Electrical Troubleshooting
AVL PUMA
ETAS INCA
Combustion Engine Fundamentals
