Test Rig Engineer

Westerham, TN16

37.5 hours, permanent

Salary: �35-45k depending on experience

Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of a range of high-end modern showers and related bathroom fittings. In this role you will mainly be building, managing and maintaining test rigs and laboratory equipment (including calibration), performing/supporting Design Verification Testing (DVT), as well as other design and development activities in support of the NPD & CPD teams.

Main responsibilities:

75% or more:

Build and set up a range of R&D test rigs.

Manage & maintain the lab equipment & test rigs including calibration.

Fix things that you can see need fixing.

Identify problems and find solutions.

25% or less:

Support the development of in-house tests to suit varying criteria.

Testing/evaluation of products to relevant internal & external standards as required.

Support warranty/audit testing as required.

Provide feedback on test results & any issues encountered, and work with other departments to offer an opinion on product suitability.

Assist with creation & maintenance of DVT test templates.

Assist with basic modifications/machining of prototypes in house.

Skills & Experience:

Relevant Engineering qualification to HND level or above.

Proven track record in product testing & rig maintenance.

Practical workshop experience such as machining, turning, lathe, milling etc.

Ability to build prototypes and test products in the lab.

Basic understanding of 2D technical drawings

An affinity for engineering with a desire to understand how things work.

Good understanding of test procedures & equipment.

IT skills including Excel & Word.

Plumbing skills desirable.

Basic electrical safety & wiring skills.

High standards on quality, responsive to teams around them.

Effective communication skills. Ensure timely sharing of information.