Test Engineer - Drivetrain

Do you work in Engineering?

Do you want to work for the UK’s leading Technology, Innovation and Research Centre for Offshore Renewable Energy?

Offshore Renewable Energy Catapult is recruiting a Test Engineer - Drivetrain for our Blyth site, to facilitate the running and development of all aspects of the test process in our world leading wind turbine testing facilities.

What will I do?

• Test the world’s largest wind turbines in our new 23MW drivetrain facility
• Help turbine manufacturers accelerate their technology development in the UK with reduced risk and enhanced reliability
• Create test programs and novel testing techniques to support industry deliver technology to the renewable sector.
• Carry out testing on wind turbines, generators, convertors, transformers, batteries, fuel cells and more.
• Create and apply testing techniques.
• Engage in technical discussions with clients about test methods and load cases.
• Simulate and optimize testing facilities and test pieces performance before physical testing.
• Carry out post test data analysis and generate technical test reports.
• Drive improvements in the testing facility and process.
• Ensure compliance with QHSE regulations and standards.
• Provide guidance to staff involved in the testing process.
• Support in the development of new testing capabilities at OREC to support the future needs of the renewable energy sector.

What are we looking for?

• Expertise in electrical, power, instrumentation, and control systems.
• Proficiency in simulation tools such as MATLAB / Simulink, PLECS, or PSIM.
• Experience of using the software SCADA, Diadem and LABView would be beneficial.
• Experience in operating testing facilities and performing electrical power testing would be beneficial.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 standards and working to IEC renewable energy standards would be beneficial.
• An understanding of instrumentation and calibration would be beneficial.
• A clear and confident communicator.
• Embraces and drives continuous improvements.
• Collaborative worker and strong team player.
• Takes a methodical and analytical approach to problem solving.
• An Engineering Degree, ideally in Electrical Engineering.

What do we offer?

• Salary between £28,000 and £38,000, depending on experience
• 38 days holidays including flexible bank holidays and option to buy 5 days extra
• Pension, annual bonus, life assurance and health care scheme as standard
• Equal Opportunities Policy
• Electric vehicle and bike2work salary sacrifice schemes
• Open working environment with great potential for career progression and options for Learning and Development
• Access to Mental Health First Aiders and a range of diversity groups and networks, including Inclusion and Diversity, STEM and LGBTQ+
• Refer a Friend scheme paying £1500

We also welcome applications from graduates for this role.

ORE Catapult understands the importance of ensuring everyone can be heard, valued, is able to put forward ideas and feels part of something bigger. In a company like ours, that's always pushing boundaries on innovation, we believe diversity of our people is key to getting a range of ideas, points of view and different perspectives that ultimately ensures our success as a business. We value applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds or protected characteristics, e.g. gender, sexual orientation, race etc. and will make any reasonable adjustments required. We also understand that some candidates tend to apply only when they tick every box of the criteria stated on an advert. If you don’t tick every box but do feel you have what it takes to be successful in this role, we’d encourage you to still go ahead and make an application.

ORE Catapult values are Excellence, Collaboration, Innovation and Integrity.