Test Bed Operator - brand-new advanced research Technical Centre

Tiro Associates Ltd ,
Coventry, West Midlands
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £32,000 per annum

Overview

Experienced Test Bed Operators required for a brand-new advanced research Technical Centre in Coventry. Our client's engineers work with leading edge tools and technologies to develop world class products. The business develops its people to be experts in both the underlying powertrain technologies and the tools that enable their development. As a Test Bed Operator, you will benefit from a competitive joining salary and benefits package including private medical insurance and a pension scheme, as well as the opportunity to develop your technical expertise. The company offers a multicultural and supportive work environment within its state-of-the-art testing facility. Your responsibilities: Installation of Unit Under Test (UUT) on advanced test beds of varying types Regular servicing and repairs of components and powertrains Operating facility and test equipment in line with work instructions First line fault identification on the UUT and test cell Ensuring the facility is clean and tidy at all times Assist mechanical technicians on a day-to-day basis to ensure efficient operations Ensure processes are worked to and maintained ensuring high quality and customer value Ensure customer engine test programs are completed with high levels of efficiency Identify inefficiencies in current process and deliver improvements Your Profile: An apprenticeship or NVQ Level 3 vocational qualification in Mechanical or Motor Vehicle Engineering and relevant technical experience Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent in English, Maths and Science Experience of operating a modern automated test cell Knowledge of motor vehicle technology with an up-to-date knowledge of vehicle development, especially new engine types and electronics Excellent practical skills with a good manual dexterity Strong knowledge and experience of working on prototype powertrains Knowledge and experience of using test cell instrumentation and external measurement devices Knowledge of powertrain test control systems and ancillary equipment such as combustion and emissions measurement Computer literate, including Microsoft Office competency preferably with a European Computer Driving License Willing and able to travel Package: Attractive salary Relocation package Company contributory pension scheme PMI cashplan Life assurance (3x annual salary) Professional memberships (e.g. IMechE Internal and external training 22 days holiday increasing by 1 day a year to a max. of 28 days Child care vouchers Bike to work scheme We look forward to receiving your details for the unique opportunity to join our client's growing, high-tech, international team. Tiro is a specialist Employment Agency and Employment Business assisting with both contract and permanent opportunities in the automotive, aerospace, electronics, engineering and manufacturing sectors.