Dyno Support Technician / Senior Technician at UTAC

Bedford, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Facility Operations, Equipment Calibration, Instrumentation Set-up, Diagnostics, Mechanical Aptitude, Electrical Aptitude, Technical Assurance, Safety Standards, Data Acquisition, Troubleshooting, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills

Industry

Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Description

Company Description UTAC is a market-leading international group in digital & sustainable mobility, customisable testing solutions, customisable testing systems, vehicle engineering, homologation, regulatory advice & expertise, certification, training, corporate events and classic & sportscars festivals. The Group provides services and systems to customers in the various sectors: mobility, transport, tyre, petrochemical, agriculture and defence industries. UTAC operates test centres and laboratories in France (including the official Euro NCAP facility), the UK, USA, Finland, Morocco, and Germany; it has subsidiaries in China, Korea and Japan. UTAC employs around 1300 people across its various locations. As a group we share a strong and clear vision to deliver safe and efficient solutions and systems to our customers. We are proud and confident in our heritage, our capabilities and our people and believe that by creating a culture where individuals feel they can make a difference and enjoy coming to work, we can deliver the best possible service to our customers. Our core values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity provide a clear daily guide to how we work together safely, as one team, helping each other to succeed. Job Description Purpose We are seeking a Dyno Support Technician / Senior Technician with a strong focus on test facility operations, equipment calibration, and dyno cell readiness. You will ensure that our engine, powertrain and vehicle test facilities operate safely, consistently and to a high standard of technical accuracy. This role suits both developing technicians and experienced senior technicians - responsibilities will scale depending on your expertise. Role & Responsibilities Facility Operations Maintain test cells, dyno rooms and associated plant systems in a safe and operational state Perform regular facility checks including ventilation, fuel systems, cooling, emissions equipment and electrical supplies Support scheduled and reactive maintenance activities with internal teams or external contractors Ensure equipment, tooling and working areas meet safety and housekeeping standards Calibration & Technical Assurance Carry out scheduled calibration of dyno equipment, sensors, transducers, torque meters, emissions analysers and data acquisition hardware Maintain calibration records and ensure equipment is within tolerance and traceable Assist with troubleshooting measurement issues and replacing faulty instrumentation Support verification activities such as dyno correlation checks or sensor validation Test Cell Support Prepare test cells for upcoming jobs — instrumentation set‑up (dependent on level) Conduct basic diagnostics on facility or instrumentation faults Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times. Senior Technician Additions (if applicable) Lead complex facility maintenance tasks or calibrations Own parts of the calibration schedule and manage traceability Act as a point of contact for technical escalations within the cell facilities Act in accordance with the behaviours for UTAC staff at all times. Qualifications Level 3 Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive or similar qualification (or equivalent experience) Calibration or instrumentation training beneficial Additional safety training (LOTO, confined space, HV familiarity) advantageous Skills & Experience Essential Practical engineering or mechanical/electrical aptitude Experience within a test facility, workshop, or industrial testing environment Understanding of test equipment, sensors, instrumentation or calibration principles Strong diagnostic, communication and organisational skills Ability to work safely within technical environments Preferred Experience with engine, powertrain or vehicle dyno facilities Familiarity with calibration standards (UKAS, ISO17025, traceability etc.) Experience with emissions measurement systems Other Full UK driving licence & own transport (UTAC Millbrook is not easily accessible via public transport) Willing to undergo a Criminal Disclosure check NOTE: This position be will based on site Additional Information For you, as a potential UTAC team member, we believe that the international and diverse nature of our business combined with the passion, energy and friendliness of our people create a great place to work. UTAC is proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing inclusion and supporting our people to be themselves and at their very best. By joining us you will gain access to a broad range of learning relevant to your role and personal development, as well as exposure to leading technologies and expertise. Our reward and benefit programmes are designed to support our people with competitive and locally tailored packages combined with support for individual health and wellbeing both inside and outside of work. In the UK this includes ; Life Cover Access to a wide range of discounts and offers via the Perkz reward scheme Recognition awards linked to our UTAC values of Expertise, Innovation and Integrity. Healthcare cashback plans Generous holiday benefits Contributory pension schemes Attractive family friendly policies; maternity, paternity, shared parental leave, flexible working. Access to a variety of employee assistance support services. Learn more about UTAC and what and how we do what we do at www.utac.com Candidates for positions at UTAC must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the country the role is based in. Immigration visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Note to Recruitment Agencies : UTAC do not accept speculative applications from agencies for our open positions and any submissions made will not be accepted and no fees will be accepted or paid in respect of speculative CVs received. Contract Type: Permanent/CDI Travel Required: Local

Responsibilities

Maintain and operate engine, powertrain, and vehicle test facilities to ensure safety and technical accuracy. Perform regular equipment calibration, facility checks, and support both scheduled and reactive maintenance activities.