Job Description

Validation and Testing Engineer

ITM Power

Location: Sheffield

Direct Applications Only - No Agency Applicants at this time

About ITM Power

Building on more than two decades of science led research and development, ITM Power designs and manufactures pioneering PEM electrolysers that produce green hydrogen. This helps pave the way to a cleaner economy by enabling industry to decarbonise.

As the first hydrogen related company to be listed on the London Stock Exchange, it\xe2\x80\x99s no exaggeration to say that we\xe2\x80\x99re globally recognised experts in our field.

In recent years, interest in green hydrogen has increased rapidly worldwide. To help meet demand and accelerate global progress towards net-zero, we have scaled up at speed.

In 2021, we opened our cutting-edge factory at Bessemer Park, Sheffield, representing a step-change in our ambition as a business.

Why join us

Our business is entering a significant period of transition, a pivotal stage of its development to scale its business while advancing its organisational culture towards a highly focused delivery company.

You will be working with an inspiring bunch of people, who all share our desire, commitment and ambition to succeed. Our talented team of individuals display energy and enthusiasm with the ability to adapt to ever evolving business needs, encouraging each other to be the best we can. We\xe2\x80\x99ve come a long way, join us to play a key role in the next step of our incredible journey!

What are we looking for

We have an opportunity for a Validation and Testing Engineer within the Compliance and Validation team. This role will report directly to the Validation and Testing Manager.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, planning and undertaking validation test activities; ensuring that the highest level of performance, robustness and reliability of our products is demonstrated. This will range from single component tests through to full scale electrolyser testing. This will be followed by robust data analysis and technical report out. The Validation and Testing Engineer will support the Senior Validation and Testing Engineer in the creation and implementation of Design Verification Plans (DVP) to ensure our products meet customer, internal and legislative requirements. This is a hands-on role, developing new test methods, constructing test rigs, and completing physical tests. The successful candidate will have a proactive approach, great attention to detail, and be driven by engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop new validation tests, write robust test procedures and risk assessments to support their completion.
• Design and construct test rigs, install instrumentation, and configure data logging equipment.

• Complete physical tests on components, sub systems and full systems, liaising with external facilities where necessary.
• Analyse test data using relevant tools to support data driven decisions.
• Write detailed technical test reports providing conclusions and recommendations.
• Communicate and present results clearly and effectively to all levels of business.
• Support resolution of engineering issues using recognised methodologies.
• Assist in the development of system, sub system and component DFMEAs and DVPs.
• Participation in lessons learned and continuous improvement activities.
• Coordinate with other functional areas, e.g., programme teams, purchasing, quality.

About You

Skills and Experience

• Knowledge of electrolyser design, equipment and control systems.
• Broad engineering understanding with knowledge of process engineering, mechanical engineering and electrical engineering.

• Experienced with data analysis techniques and statistical methods.
• Comfortable with hands on mechanical and electrical assembly.
• Experience working within a H&S and Quality Management system (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Have strong organisational and documentation skills.
• Able to communicate clearly and effectively at various levels, from junior to board level.
• Strong time management and task planning skills.

Highly advantageous

• Knowledge and experience of control system design and programming.
• Experience of product FAT/SAT.
• Five years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in a product development role and working with multi-disciplined and multi-ethnic teams.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent with a mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or science degree.
• Experience with Mechanical CAD and 2d P&ID design.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies, Design of Experiments, or similar.
• Experience of FMEA and DVPSOR.

What can we offer you

Our competitive salary package includes an excellent contributory pension, 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays and a wider range of benefits including:

• Buy as you earn (BAYE) share scheme
• Birthday holiday
• Holiday Purchase
• Cycle to work scheme
• Lifestyle Discounts
• Free flu vaccinations
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Eye Care
• Gym Scheme
• Life assurance
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Motor Save Scheme
• Tech Save Scheme
• Free fruit, tea and coffee
• Free onsite parking including free electric car charging points

We know your career is important to you, it\xe2\x80\x99s important to us too, which is why we also offer opportunities for you to grow and develop your career. If you are looking to join a growing, dynamic business and want to be part of our amazing team we would love to hear from you.

Our success is driven by the exceptional diversity of our people. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting and creating a diverse and inclusive environment where we encourage our employees to learn and grow, fuelled by mutual respect in a place where ideas flow and thrive.

ITM Power