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Engine Test Technician, royal leamington spa
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Client:
Expleo Group
Location:
royal leamington spa, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Views:
10
Posted:
06.06.2025
Expiry Date:
21.07.2025
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Job Description:
Expleo is a trusted global partner for end-to-end, integrated engineering, quality services, and management consulting. We help businesses harness the power of innovation to drive real progress and deliver future-ready solutions. This role is part of our ongoing collaboration with a prestigious customer in the Midlands, supporting advanced engine testing and emissions research.
We are seeking a hands-on and technically skilled Engine Test Technician to join a small, dynamic team supporting the operation of cutting-edge Internal Combustion & Emissions laboratory facilities. This role is pivotal in enabling the laboratory’s capabilities and will work closely with the Lead Engineer, university academics, and third-party engineering teams. This is a contract role.
You will be directly involved in the preparation, instrumentation, and supervised operation of multi-cylinder engine test dyno facilities. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a collaborative environment on a university campus, supporting both current and future testing capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the setup and operation of engine test cells under the guidance of the Lead Engineer.
* Prepare test samples, including installation and instrumentation of internal combustion engines (spark and compression ignition).
* Assist in the development and execution of test methodologies in collaboration with customers and engineering teams.
* Perform detailed engine disassembly, inspection, and reassembly.
* Install and calibrate instrumentation such as thermocouples and pressure transducers.
* Conduct basic fabrication, welding, and machining tasks (advantageous).
* Ensure compliance with H&S and ISO standards (e.g., ISO 16949, ISO 14001).
* Support knowledge transfer and training of new team members.
* Perform routine maintenance and liaise with suppliers for equipment servicing.
Required Skills & Experience
* Strong understanding of internal combustion engine systems.
* Experience in engine preparation, instrumentation, and testing.
* Familiarity with laboratory operations and safety standards.
* Ability to work flexibly across a range of test facilities.
* Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
* Fabrication, welding, and machining experience.
* Previous experience in a similar R&D or test environment.
Education & Qualifications
* City & Guilds Level 3 in a relevant discipline or a fully time-served apprenticeship.
* Relevant hands-on experience will be considered in support of your application.
We’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and availability.
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