Environmental Test Engineer

Position Summary and Responsibilities: 

This job opening is available to all levels – Graduate, Senior, Principal. 

The following responsibilities are required of an Environmental Test Engineer: 

•  Data Analysis: Record, analyse test results, report, and present test data effectively to customers.  

• Uphold Engineering Standards: Guarantee compliance with processes and best practices to achieve successful engineering governance and gate reviews. 

• Adhere to Standards: Work according to relevant standards (e.g., MIL-STD, DEF-STD, BS-EN) and within the defined specifications of environmental tests. 

• Support Design and Manufacture: Assist in the design, manufacture, analysis & test of jigs for mechanical and thermal testing. 

• Finite Element Analysis: Providing jig survey results to Mechanical Analysis team for benchmarking and refinement of models. 

• Review and Align Test Plans: Ensure test plans meet standards and verify our capability to perform the testing. 

• Maintain Equipment: Collaborate with the team to ensure all equipment and test items are maintained and calibrated in a compliant and safe environment. 

• Planned maintenance and fault finding – Control routine maintenance tasks and fault finding on equipment to minimise equipment downtime 

• Ensure Throughput: Be responsible and accountable for maintaining the throughput of work to ensure on-time and quality testing. 

• Customer Liaison: Liaise with internal and external customers effectively to agree start and delivery times. 

• Represent the Team: Attend meetings to present the work carried out by the Environmental Test Engineering group. 

• Innovate Continuously: Be proactive in developing new ideas, systems, and processes with a constant focus on continuous improvement,  

• Future lab capability & Capacity: Develop plans to meet future project requirements & demands. This may involve proposing CAPEX expenditure. 

• Provide Engineering Feedback: Offer support and feedback to the design team after conducting surveys of the mechanical interface jigs. 

• Prioritise Health and Safety: Ensure full compliance with all Health and Safety requirements, adhering to best practices within the team.   

Skills, Experience & Qualifications: 

•  Educational Background: Hold a relevant degree in engineering or science, or have equivalent experience. 

• Technical Expertise: Possess a solid understanding of product testing in laboratory or industrial settings. 

• Project Experience: Skilled in reviewing and meeting technical and project requirements. 

• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. 

• Positive Attitude: Maintain a "can do" outlook, capable of challenging and managing stakeholder expectations. 

• Multi-tasking Ability: Efficiently handle multiple assignments, delivering high-quality results with energy and commitment. 

• Team Player: Work well with diverse team members and independently. 

• Software Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). 

 
The above role profile is not meant to be an exhaustive list and duties within areas of responsibilities will be expected to change to meet the changing needs of our business. 

Benefits: 

• Prime Location: Our site is in Chelmsford, a vibrant city surrounded by beautiful countryside. Enjoy excellent transport links to London (just 40 minutes by train to Liverpool Street) and Stansted (45 minutes by bus). 

• Scenic Surroundings: Located next to a picturesque park, perfect for walking and cycling. 

• Generous Leave: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days. 

• Convenient Parking: Free on-site parking and secure areas for motorcycles and bicycles. 

• Eco-Friendly Commute: Participate in our electric car scheme with fantastic monthly leasing rates through salary sacrifice. 

• Competitive Pension: Benefit from a pension scheme with up to 6% company contribution. 

• Refreshments: Free tea, coffee, and fresh fruit available on-site. 

• Health Plan: Access the Medicash health plan to cover your everyday healthcare needs. 

• Cycle to Work: Take advantage of our cycle to work scheme. 

• Life Assurance: Enjoy peace of mind with 4x salary life assurance. 

• Retail Discounts: Numerous discounts with major retailers as part of our flexible benefits package. 

• Sports Facilities: Our site features its own football pitch, hosting regular company tournaments. 

• Travel Savings: Get season ticket discounts on Greater Anglia Trains. 

• Festive Break: Enjoy a Christmas shutdown to ensure time off during the festive season. 

• Flexible Hours: Benefit from flexible start and finish times within a 37-hour workweek, with core hours between 9:00 am and 3:30 pm. 

• Professional Development: Support your growth with a paid membership to a relevant professional body. 

• Training and Mentorship: Access mentors and a vast training library through Teledyne University. 

• Welcoming Culture: Join a company with a friendly and welcoming culture.