Mechanical Test Engineer

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Job Title: Mechanical Test Engineer

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time, Mon – Fri, 36hrs p/w

Salary: Up to £30,000 + Bonus + Excellent Benefits.

Do you believe the world deserves excellence?

As the leading global business standards company BSI helps 86,000 clients worldwide to improve their businesses. We work with thousands of organisations which range from the world’s largest most successful brands to small local businesses.

What are you looking for?

Do you understand the importance of testing products and/or services primarily for safety, efficiency, and fit for purpose? Due to a huge period of growth within BSI, we're looking for a Test Engineer to join our existing teams and carry out mechanical focused testing across a wide range of products within either our “Life Protection” or “Fire Suppression Systems” departments.

The Test Engineer will:

• Conduct client visits (onsite and offsite - UK, Europe, World Wide)

• To liaise with clients, and advise on the status of work to facilitate premier customer service & on-time delivery on all work and projects.

• Respond to customer queries and provide technical support.

• Develop technical skills to enhance own skills & ability to carry out testing work across a wide variety of laboratories, equipment and standards or client bespoke requirements.

• Test in line to specific standards, procedures or client needs

• Maintain traceable records and results

• Produce project status and quality test reports

• Liaise with calibration department on the maintenance and use of the correct equipment to carry out testing

• Report and escalate issues in testing which impact performance or quality of results

• Collaborate and communicate with colleagues, suppliers, locations, and clients to facilitate a seamless service through the whole BSI supply chain

To be successful in the role, you should possess the following:

• A minimum of HNC/HND or equivalent in a Mechanical Engineering discipline, or equivalent industry experience in a test environment

• Good communication skills and the ability to write clear and concise reports

• Positive customer focused approach to work and communication with colleagues

• Good level of computer literacy and working knowledge of MS Office or equivalent.

• Strong writing skills - to write clear and concise reports

• Ability to work as an individual or as part of a team to tight time scales

• Knowledge or familiarity of Lean culture and tools

• Knowledge of 17025 is advantageous

What we offer:

BSI offers a competitive salary, bonus, ongoing training and development, private medical and dental insurance, a company-matched pension scheme and 27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays with the option to buy additional days.

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About Us

BSI is a business improvement and standards company and for over a century BSI has been recognized for having a positive impact on organizations and society, building trust and enhancing lives.

Today BSI partners with more than 77,500 clients in 195 countries and engages with a 15,000 strong global community of experts, industry and consumer groups, organizations and governments.
Utilizing its extensive expertise in key industry sectors - including automotive, aerospace, built environment, food and retail, and healthcare - BSI delivers on its purpose by helping its clients fulfil theirs.
Living by our core values of Client-Centricity, Agility, and Collaboration, BSI provides organizations with the confidence to grow by partnering with them to tackle society’s critical issues – from climate change to building trust in digital transformation and everything in between - to accelerate progress towards a better society and a sustainable world.

BSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.