Senior Production Test Engineer

Evolito accelerates the adoption of electric propulsion in aerospace applications, supporting a net‑zero world.

• Define and deliver the production test strategy to ensure product quality and manufacturing effectiveness.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and lead the development of robust, scalable test solutions.
• Author technical and project‑management documentation (RFQ, SOW, requirements) for delivery of complex test systems.
• Own tracking of CAPEX for specific projects to ensure timely delivery within budget.
• Lead data storage and management strategy for production test equipment, ensuring integration with MES, test control and data‑processing software.
• Define and track all design and functional requirements of test equipment across hardware, software, data management and H&S.
• Plan and conduct verification testing of new equipment and facilities during commissioning.
• Manage infrastructure installations through M&E phases.
• Ensure all operational documentation is complete for production operators.
• Ensure H&S activities are completed for design, build and commissioning, and handover test facilities.
• Provide training on test equipment use and maintenance for operators and manufacturing engineers.
• Ensure production test equipment calibration follows Evolito's process.
• Lead technical discussions with external suppliers and partners for procurement and integration.
• Project‑manage delivery of new test facilities within production.
• Drive innovation in test methodologies and equipment to improve efficiency and reliability.
• Mentor junior engineers in delivering complex test systems with third parties.
• Investigate new product‑testing methods and keep Evolito informed of latest standards and equipment.
• Lead cross‑departmental collaboration with Design, Production, Quality, HS&E and suppliers.

• Degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of manufacturing test methods and equipment for electrical and mechanical systems.
• Demonstrable experience with test facility operations, including H&S, in hazardous environments.
• Knowledge of test‑system control software requirements for production equipment.
• Knowledge of data‑management systems and integration with third‑party software.
• Working knowledge of H&S standards for production equipment and H&V electrical systems.
• Ability to compile complex project documentation (e.g., SOW) and coordinate multiple stakeholders.
• Experience using requirement‑management tools such as Codebeamer.
• Ability to innovate new production‑testing methods.
• Proficiency in MATLAB or NI tools for data analysis and script creation.
• Experience applying aerospace design processes to production‑test equipment definition and delivery.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and judgment skills.
• Hands‑on approach to test setup, instrumentation and data acquisition during commissioning.
• Ability to work under pressure with tight deadlines.
• Positive problem‑solving approach in a dynamic environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• UK driving licence and ability to travel.

• Experience testing motors, MCUs or other powertrain systems.
• Experience working within a Tier1 environment.