Test & Validation Engineer in UK

Summary

YASA is looking for a Test & Validation Engineer to assist the Test & Validation team in following test plans, executing tests, and gathering data whilst reporting on results to internal and external customers. This role will suit someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and who is willing to take a hands-on approach to test setup, instrumentation, and data acquisition. As part of the role, you may be required to travel to other YASA locations or external suppliers.

• Executing test plans to prove functionality/performance/durability using both internal and external facilities.
• Liaising with external test houses for delivery of tests, including reporting and maintaining to agreed schedules.
• Develop and write test cases, utilising new and standard test methods to satisfy project requirements.
• Instruction and supervision of Test Technicians during test setup and operation.
• Assist with preparation of test rigs and equipment; setup of data acquisition systems and software; creation of automated rig control scripts.
• Review and sign-off test installations championing best practices & safety.
• Carry out data analysis and draw conclusions from test data to produce engineering test reports.
• Support HSE requirements for functional test areas, developing SWI’s, and support Risk Assessments.
• Identify areas of opportunities for improvement in functional test areas including rig upgrades and processes.
• Ensure test rig maintenance and calibration activities are carried out in line with project, departmental, and company requirements.
• Participate in activities to address organisational initiatives and engineering issues.
• Carry out test rig upgrades and assist with new rig build projects.

To succeed in this role, we believe you'll need:

• A degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Experience in the use of dynamometers and laboratory equipment to set up and carry out tests.
• Experience in testing motors, MCUs, or other powertrain systems.
• The ability to use MATLAB or NI tools to perform data analysis and ability to create custom analysis scripts.
• Strong analytical and judgment skills including the ability to troubleshoot and advise on solutions in the area of testing.

Our mission is to lead the design and delivery of the best electric motor technology available. We believe that diversity of thought, and experience is a key driver of innovation. Research shows that while men apply to jobs if they meet ~60% of criteria, women and those in traditionally underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they check all boxes. So if you think you have what it takes but don’t meet every single point, please still get in touch. We’d love to have an initial chat and see if you could add value.

Benefits:

• Discretionary bonus
• 28 days’ holiday
• Pension scheme
• Private medical plan with Bupa
• 4 x death in service

About YASA

YASA, a Mercedes Benz group company, is leading the way in EV Motor Revolution with our patented and unique Axial Flux Technology. Our motor is more powerful, lighter, and smaller than our competitors. Our spirit of innovation drives us to continually explore and test new technologies, a mindset that exists from early-stage R&D projects through to manufacturing optimisation. We stay true to the freedom and flexibility that drove our success as a start-up, alongside having the stability, security, and roadmap of an established organisation.