Electrical Reliability Test Engineer (924)

Electrical Reliability Test Engineer (924) Location: Cranfield Hourly Rate: £27.00 p/h We are recruiting for an Electrical Reliability Test Engineer for a globally recognised automotive company based in Cranfield. This is a long-term contract role, with the potential to extend over several years. Key Responsibilities: • Management of electrical function, performance, and reliability tests related to Body Electronics systems and CAN architecture/network testing. • Lead concern identification to root cause investigation, including recommending countermeasures. • Support design departments to ensure the quality of component testing. • Create test plans to meet project and design milestones. • Develop testing procedures and confirm vehicle specifications and test parts, including arrangement of vehicle transportation when needed. • Act as the technical coordinator for overall vehicle testing, where required. • Formally report test results to design sections and upper management. • Prioritise and multitask across multiple projects simultaneously. • Provide technical support to the production plant and test house as necessary. • Offer field investigation support for responsible systems. • Manage suppliers to ensure quality. • Ensure testing meets client’s standards and complete validation within project milestones. Qualifications & Experience: • Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline. • Working knowledge of vehicle electrical architecture and an understanding of electrical theory and electronic devices. • Understanding of electromagnetics fundamentals and EMC test requirements. • Experience with risk assessment of electrical design and generation of test plans. • Knowledge of network communications and bus principles (CAN, LIN, Ethernet). • Ability to read system circuit diagrams and identify electrical connections. • Practical experience with problem-solving tools and techniques. • Experience with digital oscilloscopes, network, and RF measurement equipment. • Relevant experience in automotive electrical and electronic system development, having completed at least two vehicle developments or equivalent experience. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to travel abroad for short trips (typically a few days to 2 weeks) or long-distance trips (up to 10 weeks) on rare occasions and at short notice. • Competency with PC applications, including Microsoft Excel and Project. • Self-motivated, proactive, with a positive, energetic attitude and flexibility in working practices and hours. • Ability to prioritise and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Hours & Pay: • Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week. • Hourly rate: £27.00 p/h. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge electrical reliability testing in the automotive sector. LMIND