Test and Means Engineer

About this role

The Test & Means Engineer is responsible for planning, organising, and executing development and qualification tests on Safran Electrical & Power products and systems. The role ensures that product-level requirements are validated through testing, analysis, and other verification methods, working closely with validation, verification, and project teams.

The role is available for 12m either as a contractor or on a Fixed Term Contract, with a possibility of Temp to Perm. Please only apply if you would be willing to accept a permanent contract.

Tasks include

• Plan, organise, and perform development and qualification tests for Safran products.
• Perform electrical, mechanical, environmental, and vibration testing using specialised equipment
• Produce high‑quality technical reports and documentation to support all test activities
• Set up mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, and electrical wiring to defined impedances
• Lead and coordinate test and development activities for Safran Electrical & Power (SEP) products
• Plan and prioritise required test work, including managing workloads for small technical teams
• Collaborate with project teams to deliver testing to agreed schedules and standards
• Translate product‑level requirements into robust validation plans
• Define verification phases, including resources, equipment, facilities, and risk assessments
• Support development and maintenance of environmental and vibration testing capabilities
• Troubleshoot and fault‑find test rigs, measurement systems, and equipment
• Identify process improvements to reduce waste, enhance quality, and improve lead times

Requirements

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical qualification
• Experience with mechanical, electrical, environmental, or vibration testing
• Proficiency with data acquisition systems (LabView, Dewesoft, DASYLab) (Not essential)
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical test systems

Strong organisational, planning, and coordination skills

Benefits

• Early finish on a Friday - 0800-1645 Mon-Thurs, 0800-1200 Friday
• Onsite canteen