Test Technician (Metrology)

Duties:

• Use metallurgical & mechanical preparation and test equipment to assess components according to standard test processes, as required by engineering specifications or drawings.
• Carry out routine quality control testing for EDU, Battery and Frame Assembly.
• Perform teardowns of stators and frames, using destructive equipment, e.g. Bandsaws.
• Perform visual weld inspection testing and ultrasonic testing of spot welds.
• Use optical microscopes to measure welds, rivets and porosity content.
• Perform radiographic analysis of components.
• Support investigation of product quality issues with cross functional teams.
• Ensure internal and external audit compliance to standards including IATF 16949 and ISO 14001.
• Compliance to Health and Safety procedures by ensuring all safety metrics are achieved, including identifying safety hazards and risks and supporting implementation of corrective action.
• Adhere to local working documents and lab practises, e.g. 5S, Local Work Instructions, Autonomous Maintenance Tasks, Risk & COSHH assessments.
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested.

Skills: 

Essential:

• Experienced in using preparation equipment (e.g. bandsaws, abrasive cutters, grinding, polishing, etching).
• Previous experience incorporating knowledge and practical operation of materials testing equipment (optical microscopes, hardness, tensile, composition, cleanliness, FTIR, OES, DSC, RFU. Etc).
• Metallurgical knowledge of steel and aluminium, and experience in applying this know-how.
• Able to interpret Engineering drawings and Specifications.
• Computer skills – experienced using Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Desirable:

Previous experience in interpreting X-Rays and CT scans.

A working knowledge of welding (MIG/TIG/CMT).

CSWIP weld inspection experience.

Use of ultrasonic equipment/PAUT for spot weld measurement.

Education:   

Required:

Minimum level 3 qualification in a relevant engineering, science or welding field.

Desirable:

Ultrasonic/PAUT level 2 qualified

CSWIP Visual Weld Inspector qualified

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