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    Battery Test Engineer - Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom - UTAC

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    UTAC Bedford, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

    5 days ago

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    UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals.

    The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors:
    mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries.

    UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan.

    UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations.

    As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers.

    We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers.

    Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed.

    Job DescriptionPurposeThe Battery department is responsible for providing testing services for Battery/Module/Cell, including performance, life cycle, durability, abuse, and strip and rate.

    This role is to carry out all types of Battery testing (including Performance, life cycle, durability, safety, abuse and environmental), working within a team of engineers and technicians to co-ordinate and deliver test activities.

    The successful applicant will be expected to ensure tests are correctly performed in conformance with various international and customer standards including robust recording and reporting.

    Close and constructive interaction with customers is required to ensure all activities which are conducted meet their respective specifications and deliver the required information in a timely manner.

    This role will provide the successful applicant with scope for further development in technical aspects such as problem solving, diagnostic skills, analysis and data presentation, as well as participation in the continuous development of processes and facilities, both technological and operational, within the Battery test department.

    UTAC are a keen supporter of personal development, including supporting individuals in accreditation as Incorporated or Chartered engineers.

    This is an opportunity to develop your experience and skills in a world class battery testing environment with the support of an experienced and highly competent team.

    ResponsibilitiesThe successful role holder will be responsible for liaising with customers to establish testing requirements and to ensure tests are prepared, executed, clearly and completely documented and reported to the highest standards, on time and within budget.

    Establish test content including review and inclusion of any regulatory requirements.
    Prepare internal test execution documentation.
    Ensure all Health and Safety and quality procedures are adhered to.
    Development of Risk Assessments, supporting the strong culture of safe working.
    Programming of test equipment.
    Undertake analysis of results, including statements of conformity or engineering observations and interpretations.
    Apply continuous improvement methods to activities and facilities to ensure ever improving processes and test methods.

    Work in accordance with and support the creation of new and existing processes and proceduresWorking in accordance with ISO 17025.Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times.

    QualificationsQualificationsDegree or equivalent in technical/electrical disciplinesExperienceMinimum of 2 years hands on experience performing tests within a lab or workshop environment, or working in the design and development of batteries, especially those containing lithium (Desirable).Working with electric vehicles or sub-systems or other relevant HV systems (Desirable).Experienced of CAN (Desirable).Development and commissioning of test rigs and apparatus.

    A clear understanding and ability to assess relevant health and safety risks.
    Selection and application of various types of instrumentation and of data acquisition systems.
    Practiced in data analysis and presentation.
    Writing of technical reports.
    Understanding of relevant international standards, in particular UN/ECE Reg. 100, Reg 132 and "38.3" for batteries and Quality assurance, particularly ISO 9001 and ISO Beneficial).SkillsSound, practical understanding of electrical principles and battery fundamentals, particularly in regard to relevant safety aspects.
    Programming of automation or software controlled applicationsAbility to utilize HV diagnostic tools such as multi meters, oscilloscopes and clamp meters with best safety practicesAble to convey work instructions and test outcomes, both verbally and writtenStrong organisational, analytical and problem solving skillsData analysis, interpretation and presentationRig design using Solidworks or similar CAD packages (Preferred)Experienced using Canalyzer (Desirable)Proficient with Microsoft Office applicationsStrong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skillsPersonal BehavioursPositive and professional attitude at all times with a customer focus, desiring to deliver at the highest standards and best practiceExcellent attention to detail with a methodical, documented approach to workingGood understanding of H&S practices and focus on safe workingWillingness to learnHighly motivated, Flexible and adaptable, excelling as a team playerHigh level of confidentiality and integrityAbility to work under pressure and delegate where requiredOtherFlexibility to travel as and when requiredFull UK driving licence & own transport (UTAC is not easily assessable via public transport)Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure checkFrench, German, or other languages (Beneficial)


    NOTE:

    This position be will based on site at Millbrook, BedfordAdditional InformationFor you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work.

    UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best.

    By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise.

    Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work.

    In the UK this includes;Life CoverAccess to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward schemeRecognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity.

    Healthcare cashback plansGenerous holiday benefitsContributorypension schemesAttractivefamily friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working.
    Access to a variety of employee assistance support services.

    Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in.

    Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position.


    Note to Recruitment Agencies:


    UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received.

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