Job Description

Evolito’s mission is to accelerate the adoption of electric propulsion in aerospace applications in support of a net-zero world. We will help to revolutionise personal mobility and transform our towns and cities with clean, noise-free air transportation.

Evolito develops and manufactures class-leading, lightweight, high-power, and high-torque-density electric propulsion systems for a range of aerospace markets, including EVTOL, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles and General Aviation.

As well as ultra-high performance, low-weight electric motors and controllers, Evolito specialises in high-integrity, bespoke battery systems for the aerospace and defence markets. The team is scaling rapidly and has ambitious growth plans over the next twelve to eighteen months.

As part of our current high-growth phase, we are looking for a Senior Production Test Engineer​ to join the team. Reporting to our Head of Test, you will be responsible for defining and delivering the production test strategy to ensure product quality and manufacturing effectiveness. In addition, you will drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead the development of robust, scalable test solutions.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Author technical and project management documentation(Request for Quotation, Scope of Work, Statement of Work)for delivery ofcomplex test systems in production environment

• Ownership of trackingCAPEX for specific projects,to ensuretheseare brought in on time and within cost

• Lead the datastorage and management strategy for production test equipment, ensuring this can integrateasrequiredwithother third-party software (MES, test control software,data processing software)

• Define and track all design and functional requirements of the test equipment in each domain, including areas of Hardware, Software, Data Management, and H&S

• Plan and conduct suitable verification testing of new equipment and facilities during commissioning phases

• Manage infrastructure installationsthrough M&E phases

• Ensure that all operational documentation is complete for Production Operatives

• Ensure that allH&Sactivities are completed for the design, build, and commissioning for successful handover of test facilities

• Provide training on test equipment use and maintenancefor test operators and Manufacturing Engineers

• Ensure that all production test equipmentcalibration is conducted in line withEvolito'scalibration process

• Lead technical discussions with external suppliers and partners for test equipment procurement and integration

• Project management and planning of new test facilities delivery within Production

• Drive innovation in test methodologies and equipment to improve efficiency and reliability

• Mentoring ofjunior engineersindelivering complex test systems with third parties

• Investigate new methods of product testingwhile keepingEvolitoinformed with the latest test standards and third-party equipment available on the market

• Lead across interdepartmental teams, including regular engagement withDesign,Production,Quality,HS&Eand third-party suppliers

Skills and experiencerequired:

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering disciplines or equivalent knowledge and experience

• Knowledge oftypicalmanufacturingtest methods andequipmentfor electrical and mechanical systems

• Demonstratable knowledge of test facilities operations, including H&S, within potentially hazardous test environments

• Knowledge of test system control softwarerequirementsfor production test equipment

• Knowledge of data management systems and integration of third-party software

• Working knowledge ofH&S standards for production equipment andHaVelectrical systems

• Ability to compile complex project documentationrequiredto align multipleinternal and external stakeholders (i.e. - statement of work)

• Ability to use requirement management tools (eg. Codebeamer) for the delivery of all production test equipment

• Ability to innovate new and novel methods of production-oriented testing

• Ability to use MATLAB or NI tools to perform data analysis and ability to create custom analysis scripts

• Ability to apply aerospace design processes to production test equipment definition and delivery

• Strong analytical and judgment skills including the ability to troubleshoot and advise on solutionsin the area oftesting

• Instinctive problem-solving skills coupled with a sound analytical approach

• Ability to take on a hands-on approach in test setup and instrumentation/data acquisition,predominantly throughcommissioning and verification stages of delivery

• Ability to work under pressure while managing conflicting demands against tight deadlines

• Driving apositiveapproach toproblem-solving within a highly dynamic environment

• Good collaboration skills with ability to work effectively across teams within the organisation

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• UK driving license and ability to travel

Desirable:

• Experience in testing of motors, MCUs or other powertrain systems

• Experience of working within a Tier 1 environment.

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