Are you an experienced Propulsion Test Technician, or ready to expand your existing knowledge into such a position?
Have you gained experience in a similar environment?

Role & Responsibilities

The Build and Test department supports MAHLE Powertrain by building, instrumenting, and testing prototype engines, batteries and motors helping lead the research and development into new cutting-edge green technologies, such as Hybridisation and Electrification.

      Duties

As a propulsion test technician, you would be carrying out the following activities

• To comply with the Health and Safety processes set out by the company
• Fit instrumentation to propulsion systems such as engines, batteries and electric motors
• Rig these systems to either dynamometers, battery test chambers or other test rigs
• Support engineers with the commissioning of the device under test (DUT)
• Running the test facility to measure DUT parameters and optimise control settings as necessary
• Support development activities with hardware changes, issue resolution
• Have a good understanding of electronic control systems
• To be able to carry out problem solving/ fault finding on the devices under test
• Have an awareness of battery/ electrification and motors

       Skills and Experience

• BTEC Level 3 or equivalent apprenticeship in a relevant engineering discipline would be advantageous
• GCSE – Math’s, English and Science (grades 5-9)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience of propulsion testing in a similar environment
• Good organisational skills
• Good diagnostic skills with engine ECU and battery BMS systems
• Ability to improvise and use own initiative when required
• Ability to work as part of a busy team
• Experience of control systems AVL PUMA, CP CADET, or National Instruments
• Natural aptitude for problem solving

What would we do for you?
Ongoing development and career opportunities
Competitive rates + shift allowance
Excellent working environment
Pension
Global recognition