Mechanical Test Engineer

Here at Parker Meggitt, we're recruiting for site-based Mechanical Test Engineers to join our Fareham-based Engineering Team. You'll need to be capable of providing assembly and testing services during the development process, performing technical support to assist the Engineering function and providing solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on existing precedents or procedures. As part of this role, you will maintain engineering laboratory 6S standards (Sort, Set, Shine, Standardise, Sustain, Safety) and will organise the storage, calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment and component as necessary, maintaining records. Your responsibilities

• Compiling written procedures to test and fault find assemblies/products (Electronic, Mechanical and Electro mechanical)
• Performing testing and preparing reports and test analysis as required
• Preparing sample products for design and qualification testing
• Constructing and testing prototype designs and special-to-type test rigs
• Compiling and following written procedures to set up, test and fault find Electronic, Mechanical and Electro mechanical products
• Building and reworking breadboards, printed circuit boards, Test cables, Wiring looms and assembling mechanical assemblies
  
  ONC or equivalent experience (in a Mechanical, Electronic or manufacturing discipline)
• Capable of compiling and following written procedures to test and fault find electronic assemblies/products
• Ability to perform and report on testing, preparing sample products for design and qualification testing; including fixtures and cables
• Adept at constructing and testing prototype designs and special-to-type test rigs
• Sound knowledge of electronic test principles and practices gained from hands on experience
• Experienced at building and reworking breadboards, printed circuit boards and wiring looms and able to assemble mechanical assemblies
• Well-versed at reading and interpreting technical data (drawings, technical publications and circuit diagrams)
• Able to solder to required standards (IPC A-610 or equivalent)
Ideally, you will also have
• HNC or equivalent experience (in a Mechanical, Electronic or manufacturing discipline)
• Experience of qualification (e.g. RTCA/DO-160)
• Experience of managing an engineering lab environment
• Experience of liaising with sub-contractors and working off-site with minimal supervision
  
  We're Parker, a multinational company. We move things, people and ideas forward. Working with us means belonging to a passionate, dynamic and innovative team, empowered to make a difference.
We're looking for team players to provide our customers with high-quality products, systems and services across a wide range of industries. By joining our team, you'll have the chance to develop yourself and explore different opportunities within the Company.

Parker Meggitt is proud to offer a competitive total rewards framework designed with our colleagues' health, wealth, and well-being in mind to help our employees balance a successful career. Our competitive package will include:
• Competitive salary
• Pension scheme with up to 10% matching company contribution
• Income protection scheme
• Life Assurance x3 basic salary
• Share buying scheme
• Half day Fridays (lunch time finish)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Program for Health & Wellbeing
• Funded membership of a professional body
• Focused career development planning with opportunities to progress
• Free on-site car parking
• Employee Referral Scheme
• An on-site restaurant and Starbucks offering subsidised food
• Employee Perks - offering our employees discounts on a huge variety of goods and services
Parker Hannifin EMEA Sàrl ("PHEMEA"), based in Etoy, Switzerland, is the Principal Operating Company for Parker in the EMEA region. It is supported by a network of Parker Manufacturing Divisions and Sales Company Entities. The Aerospace Group EMEA is a strategic business Group within PHEMEA. Hydraulic Systems Division EMEA (HSDE) is a key service provider to PHEMEA. Parker is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on grounds of age, race, religion, ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation or disability in relation to recruitment and employment.