Machinery Test Engineer in Solihull

In the Products business unit at TÜV Rheinland, we are looking for talents who want to stand with us at the forefront of safety, quality, and innovation. Our goal is to make products safe and compliant with standards in international markets – from consumer goods to highly complex medical devices. In doing so, we support companies in complying with national and international standards. Our focus is on the challenges of digitalization, sustainability, and global trade requirements.

Our Core Areas:

• Softlines: Testing, inspection, and certification services for textiles, clothing, footwear, leather goods, and other consumer products.
• Hardlines: Safety and quality testing for household goods, toys, furniture, sports equipment, tools, and DIY products.
• Electrical: Testing and certification of electrical and electronic products, from household appliances to industrial control systems.
• Solar & Commercial: Quality assurance and certification of photovoltaic modules, inverters, and commercial technical installations.
• Medical: Comprehensive testing and certification for medical devices, from diagnostic equipment to implants.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Test Engineer. The role will focus on Test and Inspection of client’s large industrial machines and semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This role is responsible for completing all aspects of regulatory compliance testing and reporting on client products using EN/UL/CSA & SEMI standards. Qualified candidates interested to combine responsibility for testing on state‑of‑the‑art machines utilizing cutting edge technology and participating in the development of industry safety standards to ensure the technology of tomorrow is safe, are encouraged to apply for immediate consideration.

Job Description:

• Meet test objectives by determining testing methods and selecting testing equipment.
• Ensure customer test criteria is correctly interpreted and applied.
• Interpret and apply applicable test standards.
• Perform tests for certification of equipment to applicable domestic or international regulatory standards and regulatory compliance regulations; advise customers of non‑compliance.
• Develop test strategies and test plans to verify standards, compatibility, functionality, performance and reliability.
• Validate proper design and operations of product features as defined by functional specifications.
• Report and track defects found during testing.
• Record test data, technical information and other details.
• Generate and revise test documents and reports (SOP’s, datasheets, methods, etc.).
• Establish and maintain professional relationship with customers.
• Participate in and promote process improvement.
• Participate in creating and evaluating new product test requirements and test strategies.
• Liaise with other global laboratories to ensure consistency and accuracy of methods and interpretations.
• Perform other duties and complete other special projects as assigned.

What we expect of you:

• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication skills; verbal, written and active listening skills, solid technical writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with customers and effectively work with external and internal project teams.
• Strong engineering knowledge, understanding of testing requirements, manufacturing processes, drawings and standards.
• Knowledge of EN and international regulatory standards and approval requirements.
• Knowledge of Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998 (PUWER).
• Ability to travel to client sites including mainland Europe. Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks while meeting or exceeding deadlines.
• Proficient in MS Office tools.

Education:

Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in electrical or mechanical engineering or equivalent technical education and directly‑related experience. Regulatory Testing training.

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years of directly‑related test experience evaluating products in accordance with regulatory standards. Experience with EU Directives – Machinery and Low Voltage Directives. Experience with standards including NFPA 79, UL508A, IEC/EN/UL/CSA 61010‑1, EN 60204, EN ISO 10218, ANSI/RIA R15.06, SEMI Guidelines (S2 and S8). Functional safety experience, ability to evaluate to EN ISO 13849 & IEC 62061. Experience with PUWER.

What we can offer you:

• Hybrid work model and flexible working hours.
• Annual bonus subject to company and individual performance.
• A package of benefits: private medical care, group life insurance, workplace pension scheme, employee discounts, Salary sacrifice options.
• Well‑being Support.
• Work in a friendly, diverse and high‑qualified team with positive and cooperative working atmosphere.
• International environment and daily usage of foreign languages.
• Real development opportunities.
• Direct communication and no formal dress code.
• Employee referral program.

Benefits:

• Positive working atmosphere: Isn’t it tempting to work for an established, significant company with a rich heritage? Here’s the even better news: we also want the work to be fun!
• Employee events: Building. Memories. Together. Various events for employees await you!
• Employee discounts: Exclusive employee offers at attractive conditions are just one of the great benefits we offer you.
• Bonus programmes: We believe in rewarding performance by recognising success.
• Flexible working hours: Balancing your private and professional life is not always easy: family matters, personal needs, transport or simply your own energy cycle – our flexible working hours support you in this!
• Experienced and international teams: We welcome new talent, but are also proud of our many long‑standing colleagues.
• Insurance packages and health care: We are proud to save lives with our work. The physical and mental well‑being of our employees is just as important to us!
• Employee training and development: We live ‘Just right’ as the core of our corporate DNA. Constantly growing together and learning from each other is therefore a matter of course for us!