Environmental Test Engineer

Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance and must hold British Nationality as their sole / primary nationality.

Working: The role offers flexible working but does require engineers on site for 4/5 days per week and is on a secure site where security clearance is required.
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We have a fantastic opportunity for an Environmental Test Engineer to join one of our leading defence clients.

The Environmental Test Engineer will be joining the Environmental Engineering and Facilities team and will be supporting design and In-Service Surveillance activities across the whole product portfolio.

The Environmental Test Engineer will be able to share their expertise across multiple projects while working as part of the wider team on solutions for technically challenging problems.

The Environmental Test Engineer will be working as part of a multi-disciplinary team and will undertake tests of products using a variety of test equipment, replicating real-life environments including temperature, humidity, shock and vibration.
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Role Requirements;

• Have an engineering background with a strong understanding of structures and analysis
  
• Develop the necessary skills to simulate the extreme environments the products will face to ensure that they are robust enough to operate and remain safe and suitable for service
  
• Understand environmental test standards including DEF STAN 00-035, MIL STD 810, STANAG 4370, AECTP 300 & AECTP 400)
  
• Work from customer test requirements and turn them into a viable test strategy
  
• Documentation reviews, data processing and reporting in line with customer specifications and company standards
  
• Support technical reviews with key partners
  

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Skill and Experience;

• HNC/HND/Degree qualified in a subject relevant to the role or demonstrable equivalent experience
  
• Good problem-solving skills coupled with a sound fundamental knowledge of mechanical structures and analysis
  
• IT Competence including MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  
• Experienced using measurement equipment and devices, including accelerometers, thermocouples, strain gauges, etc
  
• Determined individuals who are self-motivated and can demonstrate strong interpersonal skills
  
• Methodical and Logical approach, conscientious and safety-conscious in all activities
  

Desirable Experience;

• Experience in the Defence or safety-regulated environment would be advantageous
  
• Experience in the Naval / Maritime domain would be advantageous.
  
• Demonstrable experience leading or working as a team in the delivery of projects
  
• Previous experience using LMS vibration control equipment or other automated mechanical test systems
  
• Previous experience identifying and delivering capability and technical improvements
  

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Even If you feel like you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply.
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Company Benefits;

• Bonus: Up to 2,500 (based on performance).
  
• Pension: Up to 14% total contribution.
  
• Parental Leave: Enhanced parental, maternity, and shared parental leave.
  
• Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days.
  
• Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements
  
• Facilities: On-site perks like subsidised meals and free parking.
  
• Training and Development: Excellent opportunities for career progression and skill development
  

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Company Details;

• The company are a multi-national group, being No 1 in Europe for what they do! With a number of awards and recognitions, with great career progression and opportunities across the business!
  
• It's no wonder, they have been among the winners of the annual Glassdoor Employees' Choice Awards, 2022, and most recently receiving three accreditation gold standard awards with Investors in People!
  
• "Interesting work. Good work-life balance. Employees made to feel valued." Software Engineer, 5 Dec 2022. Glassdoor review.
  
• "Promotes and believes in a good work/life balance interesting work on most programmes Encourages internal mobility. Offers good development/training opportunities" Principal Systems Engineer, 19 Dec 2022. Glassdoor review.
  
• True advocates of ED&I as an Equal Opportunity Employer! With over 10 Networking groups and communities across the business advocating Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.
  
• Enhanced parental leave: Offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave. Enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments.
  

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