Test Rig Engineer
Location: Woking (onsite)
Shift: Days - 40 hours
Type: Permanent

Purpose of the Role

The Test Rig Engineer will play a key role within the Vehicle Development team, working on-site in Woking five days a week. This hands-on position involves defining and executing tests using factory-based servo-hydraulic test rigs to support multiple vehicle projects.

Key Responsibilities of the Test Rig Engineer

Plan and select appropriate equipment to perform required tests, collaborating with engineers and technicians to determine the optimal approach.
Maintain accurate records of test set-up configurations and recorded data.
Define and execute a variety of tests, including fatigue, prototype component, and material tests.
Schedule and manage workloads across multiple vehicle projects, balancing conflicting demands.
Ensure test data safety through proper backup, synchronisation, and sharing protocols, and maintain software updates and configurations.

Education

Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

Demonstrable broad knowledge of servo-hydraulic actuators and their control systems.
Extensive hands-on experience operating hydraulic actuators in a test and development environment. Familiarity with MTS equipment and control software is advantageous.
Ability to develop and create tests for new technologies where no existing standards apply.
In-depth technical knowledge to support new technologies, engineering design development, and problem resolution.
Understanding of automotive electrical and electronic systems.
Proficient in IT, with strong competency across multiple software packages and platforms.
Personal Attributes

Energetic, driven, and goal-oriented, with a passion for delivering challenging projects on time while maintaining innovation and customer focus.
Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and a strong focus on customer needs.
Confident and engaging communicator, capable of interacting at all organisational levels.
Flexible regarding working hours and travel requirements.
Adaptable and decisive, with strong initiative and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
To Apply
If you're passionate about engineering and eager to take on a hands-on role as a Test Rig Engineer, apply now with your CV. Should you be successfully shortlisted, a member of our team will contact you to discuss the role in more detail. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence