Night Propulsion Test Technician

As a NightPropulsion Test Technician, you will be involved in the set‐up and delivery of powertrain testing projects in both Milton Keynes facilities. Projects will include electric propulsion, combustion engines, transmissions, and hybrid systems.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Intertek’s TT-UK has two laboratories, both based in Milton Keynes. Tanners Drive specialises in combustion engine, transmission, and complete powertrain testing services. The second laboratory, in Davy Avenue specialises in electric vehicle propulsion systems testing services, covering electric motors, full integrated axle modules and complete vehicles. This is one of the fastest growing businesses in Intertek, more than doubling in size every two years since 2015.

ABOUT YOU

As a Night Propulsion Test Technician, you will be able to work autonomously, to adapt and apply learning and pick up new skills at pace.

Required skills:

• Engine testing experience
• Vocational qualification or equivalent in a mechanical or electrical engineering discipline is desirable, but extensive experience will also be considered
• Proven Powertrain and/or Vehicle component fitting skills
• Maintaining clear and traceable documentation
• Use of suitable hand and power tools for manual tasks
• Strong H&S awareness and understanding (detailed electrical safety training will be provided)

Beneficial skills and experience:

• Practical knowledge of vehicle systems
• Powertrain systems testing knowledge (Engines/Transmissions/EV/Hybrid)
• Experience of EV powertrain or Hybrid system test operations
• Knowledge of AC and DC electrical systems
• Welding / fabrication
• PC literate

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Day to day work includes mechanical and electrical rigging, fitting and operating test systems as well as general engineering tasks in the workshop. You will be supporting Propulsion Test programmes on a shift pattern.

Key Responsibilities:

· Conduct fitting work and testing on engines, EV, transmissions, hybrid systems or

components in line with project requirements and ensure tests conform to customer

instructions

• Responsible for operation of multiple test rigs using defined test methods and scripts
• Execution of test and development activities, including reporting
• Help to implement and follow safe systems of work
• Maintain test bed files and all relevant forms, data sheets and logbooks
• Follow procedures for the booking out of store items and help to manage stock or

consumable items where appropriate

• Ensure all instrumentation used is calibrated in line with company procedures
• Complete time sheets in accordance with company and project procedures
• Take responsibility for 5S and workplace organisation activities in the assigned areas and

keep the building clean and tidy and in good decorative order

Based at Milton Keynes, MK14. Full time. Permanent. Full Time. Alternating shift pattern. Weekends are not compulsory.

22:00-06:00, 5 nights of the week. Salary offering will depend on experience but will include a 35% shift allowance.

WHAT WE OFFER

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and we thrive working together with precision, pace and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better, ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people around the world.

• Competitive salary/benefits
• Development and career opportunities around the Globe
• Working in a highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.