Engineer - Photometry

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Position Title: Engineer - Photometry

Duration: Contract

Location: Crewe, Cheshire

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, on-going and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

• To Measure light sources on vehicle and within a lab environment and produce test reports on performance.
• Maintain Dark Room & Light Tunnel facilities, measurement capability and maintain Calibration for all equipment.

POSITION IN ORGANISATION

• Photometry Engineer part of the Exterior Lighting Team EE/L, focusing on Light Simulation & Photometry within Electrical Engineering Department.

SCOPE OF JOB

• Measurement of All Lighting components
• Generation of Measurement Reports
• Calibration of Measurement equipment
• Maintenance of Dark Room Facilities
• Cross Functional Communication
• Expanded description within Key Duties and responsibilities.
• Responsibility for ensuring that local Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed in order to ensure own safety and the safety of others.

DIMENSIONS & LIMITS OF AUTHORITY

• The jobholder will be required to manage, perform and report on photometric and other optical measurements on all prototype lamps (Interior& Exterior), switch, screen and ambient lighting components.
• Coordinating activities both internally within Bentley and liaising with suppliers as required.
• High levels of communication must be maintained with all Bentley departments including Engineering, Quality & Purchase etc.
• Decisions on measurement process and prioritisation can be made by the jobholder, however key decisions that can affect other areas and cost but must be confirmed via management.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified to HND (minimum) in electrical / electronics but mechanical qualifications with relevant experience would be considered.
• The applicant will be able to demonstrate a track record of success in photometry & Physical component validation, using Goniometer, Spectrometer & Imaging Colorimeter devices.
• A proactive approach with a clear focus on working collaboratively with feature owners, suppliers and developing a good working relationship.
• There will be some potential infrequent need to work / travel to mainland Europe .

EXPERIENCE

• Experience and knowledge of the Measurement of Lamps, Switch Panels, and Display Illumination.
• For example; Headlamp & Tail lamps,
• Roof modules and Interior Lights,
• Flat Panel Displays,
• Switch Packs,
• Ambient & Mood Lights,
• Puddle & Warning Lights
• Projectors
• Retro-reflectors

Other requirements

• Reading Technical Drawings.
• Ability to write clear technical reports
• Understanding of electrical circuit diagrams, circuit design and system integration onto vehicles.
• Understanding of vehicle communication networks including CAN and LIN communication buses.
• Working to quality standards and processes
• Experience with Microsoft office programs including word, power point and excel
• The applicant should be able familiar with working with design engineers in a CAD based environment for component design and development.

DUTIES & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Measurement Requests

• Receipt and acknowledgement of Measurement request.
• Verification of customer requirements and Measurement Specifications.
• Measurement Work Time Management

Component Measurement

• Photometric Measurements of Lighting Components (In Lab & in Vehicle)

Data Analysis & Report Compilation

• Detailed Analysis of Measurement results.
• Creation and Compilation of test summaries and of comprehensive & detailed test reports.
• Support Feature owners, Suppliers, and internal customers with understanding measurement results and analysis.

Equipment Calibration

• Maintain and Plan equipment Calibration and Maintenance.
• Maintain auditable records of equipment Calibration

Process & Improvement

• Validation plan to VW & Bentley specification requirements.
• Manage validation activities and monitor performance.
• Maintenance and Development of Dark Room Facility
• Proactively close all validation issues with Bentley Engineering & Quality.
• Responsibility for ensuring that local Health and Safety policies and procedures are followed in order to ensure own safety and the safety of others.

Why work through Contechs?

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