Introduction

Would you like to reach the next level in your career? At Brunel you have the opportunity to continuously develop your career with renowned customers - across all industries. Take the decisive step in your career today and apply to us as an R&D Test Engineer.

What are you going to do

Your day-to-day work:

For each test, you will be responsible for the following activities (where applicable), with guidance and advice from our experienced team members:
Evaluating the test requirement and refining it together with the design team
Creation of a test concept
Detailed design of the test and measurement setup
Setting up the test setup, including coordination of production and purchasing
Planning the test execution, incl. test sequence and risk assessment
Execution of the test
Post-processing the data and reporting on the results
Development of complex test stands and setups and coordination of our support teams (software, CAD, technicians)
Preparation of technical documentation for your test setups and results
Supporting the design team in the detailed definition of test requirements
Feedback your findings and opinions to the design team for product improvement
Ensure a safe working environment in the lab
Constantly learn new things about our test articles and the way we test them - and pass them on to your team members
Work on ad hoc projects or tasks

Essential skills and knowledge

University degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering (M.Sc/M.Eng preferred)
2-5 years of relevant work experience in aerospace or automotive development programs, preferably in mechanical testing or systems integration
Ability to find creative solutions to complex problems in various engineering disciplines under time and cost constraints
Basic knowledge of metrology (force, displacement, temperature, etc.) and data acquisition systems is required (NI or Dewesoft preferred)
Good computational skills are required
Basic knowledge of data analysis and processing is required
Basic knowledge of standard mechanical testing principles is required
Basic knowledge of environmental testing aspects is a plus
Basic knowledge of drive systems and standard testing procedures is an advantage
Good knowledge of composite structures is an advantage
Good knowledge of electrical systems (drive+motor/drivetrain) is an advantage
Basic knowledge in the development of Labview programs for acquisition and automation is an advantage
Experience in fixture design with a focus on manufacturability is an advantage
Basic knowledge of a CAD system is a plus (Siemens NX preferred)

What we offer

Brunel offers an in-house Ver.di collective agreement that has been adapted to the salary structures of your professional group. The contracts are generally open-ended and continue to offer 30 days paid vacation. The corporate culture at Brunel is characterized by mutual appreciation at all levels of the company and the diversity of our employees. Brunel also offers coaching and further training to enhance your profile. Feedback meetings help you to clearly define your career prospects. Have we aroused your interest? Then send us your application!