The Senior Durability Test Engineer, will be responsible for testing activities for systems and components level with respect to vibration and shock testing during the vehicle development process. This will include developing targets, running tests and being part of a team proactively driving the durability attribute.The Role:

• Be a key stakeholder in developing vibration and shock related requirements.
• Run vibration related tests on in house equipment and liaise with external test houses for additional tests.
• Collect and analyze test data, creating accelerated vibration test profiles.
• Maintain traceable documentation for all test and analysis work.
• Support design engineers in making sure parts meet all the requirements.
• Work with a team of engineers and technicians to fulfil projects and requirements.
• Up to 20% domestic travel may be required.

Qualifications:

• 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Experience in vibration or vehicle testing and development.
• Experience and an understanding of vehicle testing standards.
• Knowledge of vehicle performance targets.
• Good fundamental knowledge of structures and mechanics of materials.
• Excellent communication skills and team-oriented attitude.
• Comfortable with initiating and taking ownership of projects.
• Track record of establishing strong processes and work procedures.

Preferred:

• Experience of vibration tables, MAST tables or similar.
• Experience with installation of transducers.
• Experience of Modal testing
• Proficiency in data acquisition (DEWESoft, Somat eDAQ or other).
• Proficiency in data analysis (nCode or other).