Test Technician

We move the world — together. As an international leading development partner and supplier to the automotive industry, we at MAHLE are passionate about developing innovative solutions for climate-neutral mobility of tomorrow. Our focus is on e-mobility and thermal management as well as further technology fields to reduce CO2 emissions, such as fuel cells or highly efficient combustion engines that also run on hydrogen or synthetic fuels.

In 2022, the technology group with its more than 72,000 employees, generated sales of around EUR 12 billion and with its 152 locations, including 12 major research and development centers, is represented in more than 30 countries. Come join our team at MAHLE!

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