Test Engineer

SENIOR TEST ENGINEER

Odqa Renewable Energy Technologies is a fast-growing venture capital-backed renewable energy engineering spin out from the University of Oxford's Thermofluids Institute and Said Business School.  The company was founded in late 2017 to commercialise Oxford’s jet engine cooling knowledgebase in the renewable energy field.

Odqa is a team of world-class engineers and researchers, working on some of the most innovative developments in the renewable energy industry.  We offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment, where every team member can thrive and contribute to our success with opportunities to develop your skills across a broad range of disciplines.

THE ROLE:

Odqa is now at a very exciting stage and looking to take the next step in its evolution. We are growing and have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Test Engineer to join our team.  This role will report directly into the Head of Engineering and will be at the forefront of assembling, testing and evaluating our prototype Concentrated Solar Power systems.

For this position we would love it if:

• You have experience as a Test Engineer within an R&D environment.
• You are flexible and adaptable to change, in a fast-paced, fast growing organisation.
• You can be resourceful and are not afraid to use your own initiative or ask for help!
• You have a desire to learn with a growth mindset.
• You have positive ‘can do’

If the above sounds like YOU this could be the opportunity that you have been looking for.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Odqa’s Engineering Team rig tests.
• Liaise with Odqa engineers to develop test requirements and operating conditions.
• Compile Build Specification and Instrumentation List documents to define the items on test.
• Oversee machine assembly by our group of technicians.
• Calibrate sensors.
• Maintain the Test Log and write subsequent Engineering Test Reports.
• Component strip condition photography and reporting.
• Fault reporting and analysis.
• Development of system control and data acquisition.
• Rig condition monitoring and maintenance plans.
• Adhere to the company’s Health and Safety policy and safe working practices, supporting the writing and review processes for Testing and Development risk assessments.
• Perform job duties in an ethical, professional manner which is consistent with the Odqa Way and defined policies and procedures.
• Maintain effective communication with suppliers, internal and external customers.

ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proven test and development experience, preferably within an R&D environment.
• Ideally you will have experience of National Instruments’ LabVIEW.
• Effective communication skills.
• Attention to detail with good judgement.
• Ability to adapt and manage multiple tasks and priorities, whilst remaining calm and productive under pressure.
• A team player, who works well within a close knit team of diverse backgrounds and experience, who can work equally as well individually.
• A desire to learn with a growth mindset.
• A ‘Can Do’ attitude – doing what is needed for the business and helping to achieve our goals.

We expect to be inundated with applications to join our great team, and would therefore strongly recommend you send your CV with covering letter detailing why you are the right person for this role to talent@odqa.com ASAP. If you know someone who could be a good fit, please share this posting with them so they do not miss out on this great opportunity.

At Odqa, equality, diversity and inclusion are really important to us. We welcome applications from ALL candidates irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion, or belief, or marital or civil partnership status.