Validation & Verification Engineer - Bristol £35,000-£45,000 YT Technologies are working on behalf of a key client who are in a period of rapid growth and are therefore looking for a number of VV Engineers to join their team. This role is requiring someone to be responsible for the assembly, test and validation of prototypes against customer and internal requirements. Key Responsibilities * Building an in-depth understanding of the function and operating principles of hydraulic * components including our core servo valve and pump technologies. * Driving product improvements through deep technical analysis, creating and utilising cutting-edge digital tools and engineering judgement to make decisions. * Inspecting, measuring and assembling high precision electrohydraulic devices. * Defining, carrying out and reporting tests at the component, sub-system and whole product level. * Designing test equipment and supporting components including hydraulic test rigs, fixtures and gauges. Essential Requirements * Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related field. * A strong approach to engineering from first principles to find novel solutions to complex problems. * A passion for innovation and continuous improvement, with a proactive approach to identifying and implementing positive change. * Ability to devise and conduct test procedures, observe physical effects and analyse data to draw meaningful conclusions * Aptitude for mechanical work with hand, power and machine tools. * Experience interpreting 3D CAD, technical drawings and engineering documentation. * High level of digital literacy with the ability to understand programming logic and use software solutions to their full potential * High levels of personal accountability and ownership, to effectively deliver on challenging and ambitious targets. Please submit your CV to be considered for the role