Validation Engineer - Internal Combustion Engines

Stafford

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Validation Engineer – Internal Combustion Engines

Stafford (Site based)

Mon-Thurs 8am-4:30pm & 8am-1pm Fri

12 month assignment (likely to be extended)

The Validation Engineer will be responsible for planning and delivering engineering activity as part of the 5000 Series diesel product development activity. This role involves validation of new diesel engine technology and systems, analysing data and trends, root cause corrective action and validation of corrective actions.

Responsibilities of the Validation Engineer – Internal Combustion Engines

Mechanical verification and validation of diesel engines, components and systems
Defining and managing engine, system and component validation plans
Coordination of day-to-day engineering activity and management of test and analysis activity
Failure analysis and defect resolution using industry-standard methods
Technical reporting
Support to the design function is required through FMEA process
Qualifications & Experience Required of the Validation Engineer – Internal Combustion Engines

Engineering degree or other equivalent qualification/experience
Experience in engine validation gained from diesel, petrol or gas engine development
Experience in FMEA, validation plans definition and work/test instructions
Familiar with the 8D method and root cause analysis tools
Working knowledge of industrial diesel engine systems including, but not limited to, fuel systems, cooling, turbocharging, lubrication
Experience with data analysis tools (e.g. CANape, Osiris, etc.)
Excellent organisation, communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills
PC literacy, excellent use of all MS Office components
High standard of written technical reporting
Competitive Hourly Rate - Umbrella OR PAYE

To apply, please submit a copy of your up to date CV clearly indicating your relevant experience. Applicants must have an existing right to work in the UK and evidence of eligibility will be required. Suitable candidates will be contacted.

The above represents a summary of the contract assignment. A full description of this contract assignment is available. A full explanation of this rate and all deductions will be explained in a key information document (KID) supplied to registered candidates

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