Test Development Engineer

AIE - Advanced Innovative Engineering, (UK) Ltd.; Lichfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Job description

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-discipline 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 tasks:

Development Activities

1. Interpret and translate Customer and Product requirements to system level testing.
2. Take ownership of development work packages for particular projects through all stages of the product lifecycle for concept to production.
3. Develop and maintain common processes and procedures relating to test and development engineering activities.
4. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislative, regulatory and contractual requirements (based on recognised military/civil standards).
5. Develop appropriate verification strategies to demonstrate system compliance with specifications, industry standards and legislative demands.
6. Ability to perform root cause analysis to determine appropriate corrective action required when investigating product/equipment failures.
7. Planning, executing and monitoring engineering development and qualification testing activities on IC engines.
8. Preparation of detailed development and qualification test reports.
9. Preparation of development and qualification test procedures that demonstrate verification of a design, in compliance with customer specification requirements.
10. Development and assembly of prototype and engineering test units.
11. Ownership and maintenance of engineering procedures related to engine development and test.
12. Working to aerospace industry standards & specifications as well as aircraft specific requirements.
13. Managing and maintaining engineering test equipment, instrumentation and facilities.
14. 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

1. Minimum experience of 5 years in a similar test & development role.
2. HND, degree level in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
3. Understanding of gasoline/diesel engines and sub-systems in a dynamic environment.
4. Experience of Froude Eddy Current Dynamometers (AG-30 & AG-150) based engine testing, instrumentation and test facilities.
5. Practical experience of building engine and ancillary systems. Practical experience of ECU mapping/calibration.
6. Engine electrical knowledge (sensory wiring and data comms). Experience of environmental test methods for design verification and working knowledge of design certification for land based and airborne equipment. Strong diagnostic problem solving skills. Practical experience with test instrumentation and data acquisition systems. Experience using 3D CAD software packages including Solidworks. Familiarity with RTCA/DO-160 and MIL-STD 810 standards. Good R&D, aerospace and powertrain background.

Personal Attributes

1. Strong practical skills with a willingness to engage in hands-on activities including prototype and development testing.
2. Proactiveness, initiative and drive to work well independently and as part of an engineering team. Strong advocate for safety requirements and protocols.
3. Keen observational skills with good record keeping, meticulousness and attention to detail.
4. Good technical English and report writing skills.
5. Good standard of professionalism, particularly in customer facing scenarios.
6. Team player with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
7. Disciplined, with meticulous record keeping and delivery of all activities in line with AIE processes and document retention policies.
8. Comfortable in managing priorities in line with Project, Business and Customer demand (deliver tasks to commitments).
9. Eagerness to learn and adaptive in approach.
10. A proven problem solver with a practical, pragmatic approach.
11. PC competence including use of MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
12. Ability to work well under pressure.

The Person

1. 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.
2. Attention to detail is essential whilst planning and keeping sight of the bigger picture.
3. 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. 21 days plus statutory bank holidays.

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

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Industries

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Engines and Power Transmission Equipment Manufacturing