Test and Validation Engineer
Posted on Jun 20, 2026 by CV-Library
Newstead, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£0 - £38 Hourly
Temporary
Test and Validation Engineer
Certain Advantage are hiring for a Test and Validation Engineer based in Stamford (5 days per week), with occasional travel to Nottingham on a 12 month contract basis.
We are working with a reputable global organisation that designs and manufactures engines, power systems, and related technologies across automotive, industrial, and energy sectors.
Your responsibilities:
Manage daily test cell activities for Powertrain (PE + MG) systems, including test setup, execution, and data collection.
Execute test requests and develop test procedures for electrical validation of the powertrain system.
Work closely with the Power Electronics and Motor design teams to define validation requirements and test plans.
Investigate and resolve system or component issues, identify causal mechanisms for failures, recommend corrective actions, and own problem resolution to closure
Close the loop between design/simulation data and physical test results through post-processing and analysis using tools such as MATLAB and Ansys.
Generate high-quality technical reports and review presentations.
Support test facility setup, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and troubleshooting.
Manage spare parts readiness and coordinate hardware changes in collaboration with component owners and the materials team.
Utilise structured problem-solving methods (e.g., Fault Tree Analysis) and work with subject matter experts as required.
The individual:
Prior experience working in a powertrain or electrical testing environment (Power Electronics + Motor/Generator experience)
Hands-on experience with component validation, failure analysis, and issue resolution.
Proficiency in using data acquisition systems, data processing, and analysis.
Automotive or heavy-duty industry experience is preferred
Demonstrated ability to interpret test requirements, set up instrumentation, and ensure high-quality test data.
Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
Working with Certain Advantage
We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it.
We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips
Certain Advantage are hiring for a Test and Validation Engineer based in Stamford (5 days per week), with occasional travel to Nottingham on a 12 month contract basis.
We are working with a reputable global organisation that designs and manufactures engines, power systems, and related technologies across automotive, industrial, and energy sectors.
Your responsibilities:
Manage daily test cell activities for Powertrain (PE + MG) systems, including test setup, execution, and data collection.
Execute test requests and develop test procedures for electrical validation of the powertrain system.
Work closely with the Power Electronics and Motor design teams to define validation requirements and test plans.
Investigate and resolve system or component issues, identify causal mechanisms for failures, recommend corrective actions, and own problem resolution to closure
Close the loop between design/simulation data and physical test results through post-processing and analysis using tools such as MATLAB and Ansys.
Generate high-quality technical reports and review presentations.
Support test facility setup, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and troubleshooting.
Manage spare parts readiness and coordinate hardware changes in collaboration with component owners and the materials team.
Utilise structured problem-solving methods (e.g., Fault Tree Analysis) and work with subject matter experts as required.
The individual:
Prior experience working in a powertrain or electrical testing environment (Power Electronics + Motor/Generator experience)
Hands-on experience with component validation, failure analysis, and issue resolution.
Proficiency in using data acquisition systems, data processing, and analysis.
Automotive or heavy-duty industry experience is preferred
Demonstrated ability to interpret test requirements, set up instrumentation, and ensure high-quality test data.
Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
Working with Certain Advantage
We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it.
We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips
Reference: 225018691
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Test and Validation Engineer
Posted on Jun 20, 2026 by CV-Library
Newstead, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom
Engineering
Immediate Start
£0 - £38 Hourly
Temporary
Test and Validation Engineer
Certain Advantage are hiring for a Test and Validation Engineer based in Stamford (5 days per week), with occasional travel to Nottingham on a 12 month contract basis.
We are working with a reputable global organisation that designs and manufactures engines, power systems, and related technologies across automotive, industrial, and energy sectors.
Your responsibilities:
Manage daily test cell activities for Powertrain (PE + MG) systems, including test setup, execution, and data collection.
Execute test requests and develop test procedures for electrical validation of the powertrain system.
Work closely with the Power Electronics and Motor design teams to define validation requirements and test plans.
Investigate and resolve system or component issues, identify causal mechanisms for failures, recommend corrective actions, and own problem resolution to closure
Close the loop between design/simulation data and physical test results through post-processing and analysis using tools such as MATLAB and Ansys.
Generate high-quality technical reports and review presentations.
Support test facility setup, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and troubleshooting.
Manage spare parts readiness and coordinate hardware changes in collaboration with component owners and the materials team.
Utilise structured problem-solving methods (e.g., Fault Tree Analysis) and work with subject matter experts as required.
The individual:
Prior experience working in a powertrain or electrical testing environment (Power Electronics + Motor/Generator experience)
Hands-on experience with component validation, failure analysis, and issue resolution.
Proficiency in using data acquisition systems, data processing, and analysis.
Automotive or heavy-duty industry experience is preferred
Demonstrated ability to interpret test requirements, set up instrumentation, and ensure high-quality test data.
Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
Working with Certain Advantage
We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it.
We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips
Certain Advantage are hiring for a Test and Validation Engineer based in Stamford (5 days per week), with occasional travel to Nottingham on a 12 month contract basis.
We are working with a reputable global organisation that designs and manufactures engines, power systems, and related technologies across automotive, industrial, and energy sectors.
Your responsibilities:
Manage daily test cell activities for Powertrain (PE + MG) systems, including test setup, execution, and data collection.
Execute test requests and develop test procedures for electrical validation of the powertrain system.
Work closely with the Power Electronics and Motor design teams to define validation requirements and test plans.
Investigate and resolve system or component issues, identify causal mechanisms for failures, recommend corrective actions, and own problem resolution to closure
Close the loop between design/simulation data and physical test results through post-processing and analysis using tools such as MATLAB and Ansys.
Generate high-quality technical reports and review presentations.
Support test facility setup, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and troubleshooting.
Manage spare parts readiness and coordinate hardware changes in collaboration with component owners and the materials team.
Utilise structured problem-solving methods (e.g., Fault Tree Analysis) and work with subject matter experts as required.
The individual:
Prior experience working in a powertrain or electrical testing environment (Power Electronics + Motor/Generator experience)
Hands-on experience with component validation, failure analysis, and issue resolution.
Proficiency in using data acquisition systems, data processing, and analysis.
Automotive or heavy-duty industry experience is preferred
Demonstrated ability to interpret test requirements, set up instrumentation, and ensure high-quality test data.
Does this sound like your next career move? Apply today.
Working with Certain Advantage
We go the extra mile to find the best people for the job. If you’re hunting for a role where you can make an impact and grow your career, we’ll work with you to find it.
We work with businesses across the UK to find the best people in Finance, Marketing, IT and Engineering. If this job isn’t for you, head to (url removed) and register for job alerts and career guidance tips
Reference: 225018691
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