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Advanced Innovative Engineering are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Engine Test and Development engineer with specialised experience in engine testing to join our team in Lichfield. You are expected to be part of a multi-disclipline engineering team and contribute at all times.
Reporting to the Head of Engineering, you will support AIE in the test and development of new innovations for the Wankel Rotary Engine power units supplied to Customers within the aerospace, transport and power generation markets. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the performance, reliability and safety of our aerospace engine systems through rigorous testing and development processes.
The Engine Test and Development Engineer will be expected to perform the following task:
Development Activities
* Take ownership of development work packages for projects through all stages of the product lifecycle from concept to production.
* Ability to perform root cause analysis to determine appropriate corrective action required when investigating engine/test equipment failures.
* Planning, executing and monitoring of engineering prototype and development testing activities on IC engines.
* Preparation of detailed development test plans and test reports.
* Build and assembly of prototpye and development IC engines.
* Ownership and maintenance of engineering procedures related to engine development and test.
* Managing and maintaining engineering test equipment, instrumentation and facilities.
* Technical support to production department, supporting production investigations as well as supporting the specification, commissioning and troubleshooting of production test equipment.
* Working in a high quality, high safety environment.
Experience and Qualification Summary
* Minimum experience of 5 years in a similar test & development role.
* HND, degree level in Aerospace/Mecahnical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
* Understanding of gasoline/diesel engines and sub-systems in a dynamic environment.
* Experience of Froude Eddy Current Dynamometers (AG-30 & AG-150) based engine testing, instrumentation and test facilities.
* Practical experience of building engine and anciliary systems.
* Practical experience of ECU mapping/calibration.
* Understanding of engine electrical knowledge (sensory wiring and data comms).
* Strong diagnostic problem solving skills.
* Practical experience with test instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
* Good R&D, aerospace and powertrain background
Personal Attributes
* Strong practical skills with a willingness to engage in hands on activities including prototype and development testing.
* Proactiveness, initiative and drive to work well independently and as part of an engineering team.
* Strong advocate for safety requirements and protocols.
* Good technical English and report writing skills.
* Team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
* Disciplined, with meticulous record keeping and delivery of all activities in line with AIE processes and document retention policies.
* Comfortable in managing priorities in line with Project, Business and Customer demand (deliver tasks to commitments).
* Eagerness to learn and adaptive in approach.
* A proven problem solver with a practical, pragmatic approach.
* PC competence including use of MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
* Ability to work well under pressure.
The Person
Self-motivated, dynamic individual with an ability to see what needs doing and do it right. Whilst you may have to work alone, you should also be able to communicate with and participate in small group environments. Attention to detail is essential whilst planning and keeping sight of the bigger picture. You must be good at problem-solving with an ability to work to fixed deadlines.
Hours and Environment
Thirty-eight hours a week, Monday to Thursday 8.30 am to 5.30 pm (30-minute lunch) Friday 8.30 am to 12.30 pm.
Remuneration
The salary for this post will be commensurate with the capabilities and qualifications of the candidate. Please indicate your current salary and expectations when applying for this post.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Quality Assurance
* Industries
Aviation & Aerospace
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