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Senior Test Engineer
Location: Norfolk, UK
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
A pioneering engineering business specialising in the development and deployment of cutting-edge electric drive systems is looking to appoint a Senior Test Engineer to join their growing Test and Simulation team. Focused on enabling the transition to clean, efficient power solutions, the company plays a key role in electrifying commercial and industrial vehicles through advanced powertrain technologies. As a Senior Test Engineer, you will be working on the validation and verification of electric motor systems using industry-leading test equipment and practices. Your contributions will ensure high-performance, safety, and compliance of electrified drivetrains across a variety of applications.
Key Responsibilities
As a Senior Test Engineer, you’ll be responsible for owning and delivering dynamometer-based testing and validation of electric powertrain components. You will:
- Manage dyno test facilities, including planning and executing test schedules.
- Oversee test rig commissioning, fixture design and NI LabVIEW implementation.
- Execute verification and validation testing in line with engineering standards (e.g., BS EN (phone number removed).
- Analyse and process test data, ensuring accurate reporting and compliance.
- Produce technical documentation to support internal development and external stakeholder reporting.
- Guide and mentor other test engineers, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to safety and compliance protocols.
- Contribute to root cause analysis for system or test failures.
- Recommend improvements to testing processes, automation, and system architecture.
Qualifications & Experience
To succeed as a Senior Test Engineer, you should bring:
- A BEng/BSc in Electronics, Electro-Mechanical, or Embedded Engineering.
- Prior experience in electro-mechanical test environments, ideally within automotive or similar sectors.
- Strong understanding of electronics principles, including measurement methodology and noise analysis.
- Familiarity with signal measurement best practices, grounding, shielding and sensor setup.
- Expertise in NI LabVIEW, PXIe chassis, and DAQ system configuration.
- Competence in MATLAB for data processing and analysis.
- Knowledge of sampling theory (Nyquist, anti-aliasing, FFT, etc.) and DSP fundamentals.
- Ability to write clear technical reports in line with verification and validation procedures.
Join the Team
If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity as a Senior Test Engineer, this is your chance to work on world-class electrification technologies that are changing the future of mobility and energy systems. You’ll join a supportive, innovative team committed to sustainability, technical excellence, and impactful engineering. Ready to take the next step in your testing career? Apply now for the position of Senior Test Engineer and be part of an exciting journey in clean technology.
