Test Engineer - Powertrain Testbeds

Our OEM Client based in Whitley, Coventry, is searching for a Test Engineer - Powertrain Testbeds to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position until 31st March 2026.

Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour.

Duties:

• Deliver testing activities in line with agreed project plans and complexity.
• Maximize utilization of test assets against defined targets.
• Monitor and report on customer satisfaction through structured feedback mechanisms.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within the team and testing processes.
• Track and report time savings and efficiency gains from implemented improvements.
• Provide data-driven reports demonstrating the effectiveness and efficiency of test equipment.
• Ensure strict adherence to internal engineering operations (EO) processes.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction through quality and timely delivery.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Be a point of contact for our internal customers, liaising with key stakeholders to gather testing requirements and inputs according to process for the assign project.
• Work in union with Testbed operators to co-ordinate project tasks and ensure timely delivery of agreed test plan.
• Ensure all inputs to KPIs are reported in a timely and structure way to demonstrate the project performance against the Business ambition.
• Identify dependencies early and work to resolve them so they don't become obstacles to the success of the project.
• Ensure equipment, instrumentation, test plan, test scripts, software and calibrations are ready to enable the delivery of quality data.
• Showcase best practices for methodology, providing support and guidance on automation and measurement systems.
• Review customer test plans against existing capability and work with our advanced automation team to build and develop a library of validated test cases.
• Responsible for commissioning new systems along with issue routing and problem solving of existing systems.
• Support commissioning and sign-off of new test facilities and equipment.
• Support continuous improvement projects to ensure the team is constantly developing, striving for high quality and efficient output.
• Write processes and promote standardization of methods.
• Ensure processes are regularly reviewed, updated and maintained to support all activities that result in a positive outcome from any audit, e.g. IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO 14001.
• Research emerging technologies and state of the art methodology, link their usage to the test environment and propose delivery solutions.
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time.

Essential Skills Required:

• Proven experience and understanding of Test facilities, processes, equipment, and leading technologies.
• Experience in automotive testing (e.g., powertrain, infotainment, ADAS, EV systems).
• Familiarity with automotive standards and protocols (e.g., ISO 26262, CAN, LIN, AUTOSAR).
• Proficiency in using test tools and data acquisition systems (e.g., Vector tools, NI LabVIEW, INCA).
• Strong analytical and reporting skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to validate, understand and explain engineering documents to others.
• Clear and confident communicator both orally and in writing.
• Proactive attitude and willingness to learn new systems and processes.
• Ability to accurately and concisely present complex issues to a diverse audience.
• Proven experience participating in problem solving analysis to investigate and resolve engineering problems.
• Ability to use project management tools.
• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office Suite to produce plans, reports, presentations, graphs, processes, and SPL documents.

Desirable Skills Request:

• A Level 7 qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems or Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience in leading a team through a complex engineering problem analysis – Relevant qualifications are Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt trained and certified.
• Experience of health and safety regulations, reporting and monitoring compliance.
• Proven experience with audits such as IATF 16949 or ISO 9001 and its quality standards and requirements.
• Proven experience in mentoring and training others.

Education Required:

• A Level 6 qualification in Mechanical, Electrical, Systems or Manufacturing Engineering or related discipline.