R&D Test and Validation Engineer

R&D Test and Validation Engineer

Stamford, PE9

Full-time - 37.5 hours per week

Contract - 12 months - Hybrid working

We're seeking a skilled Powertrain Test & Validation Engineer (Power Electronics + Motor/Generator) to provide on-site technical support for the development and validation of electric powertrain systems.

You will play an important part in the Powertrain design team and the test facility, combining hands-on test execution with product validation, data analysis, and issue resolution to ensure robust validation of next-generation electric powertrains.

Travel between Stamford & Nottingham test sites is required.

R&D Test and Validation Engineer Shifts:

Monday to Friday

Flexible office hours

R&D Test and Validation Engineer Rate of Pay:

16.41 - 28.21 per hour

R&D Test and Validation Engineer Responsibilities:

Manage daily powertrain (PE + MG) test cell activities, including test setup, execution, and data collection

Develop and execute test procedures for electrical validation of powertrain systems

Collaborate with Power Electronics and Motor/Generator design teams to define validation requirements and test plans

Investigate and resolve system/component issues, driving root cause analysis and corrective actions to closure

Analyse and correlate test and simulation data (e.g. using MATLAB, Ansys) and generate clear technical reports and review presentations

Support test facility setup, instrumentation, data acquisition, and troubleshooting

Ensure data quality and manage hardware changes and spare parts in coordination with component owners and materials teams

Apply structured problem-solving methods (e.g. Fault Tree Analysis) with support from subject matter experts where needed

R&D Test and Validation Engineer Requirements:

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline is required.

Experience in a powertrain or electrical testing environment (Power Electronics + Motor/Generator strongly preferred)

Hands-on component validation, failure analysis, and issue resolution experience

Proficient with data acquisition systems, data processing, and analysis

Automotive or heavy-duty industry background preferred but not essential

Strong ability to interpret test requirements, set up instrumentation, and deliver high-quality test data

Confident in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Experience using systems such as MATLAB / Simulink, Ansys, PCAN (or equivalent CAN tools)

To be considered for this role as a R&D Test and Validation Engineer, please apply now!

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