Instrumentation Engineer (Test & Validation)

Overview In this role you apply instrumentation, testing and data-acquisition expertise to develop and validate Caterpillars construction equipment. You will work within the Product Development, Test & Validation team at Desford to deliver accurate measurement solutions and robust data for informed product decisions.

You will manage the full test lifecycle from requirements to data-quality verification and equipment assurance, helping to ensure safe, reliable test results. This is a hands-on role that combines instrumentation design, installation and data analysis to support world-class validation.

Pay / Benefits 27 days annual leave + bank holidays 10% Bonus contributory pension scheme with company doubling up to 10% contributory share scheme with 50% company match Employee Support Networks optional flexible benefits including private health & dental care Responsibilities Define instrumentation and data-acquisition requirements with test engineers and product development teams, selecting sensors, transducers, signal-conditioning equipment, cabling and hardware Plan, install and commission instrumentation systems on construction equipment, test rigs and components Configure and verify data-acquisition systems to capture accurate, repeatable and traceable data across various signals Monitor data quality, verify channel configuration, sensor scaling and sample rates, and address risks before tests Diagnose instrumentation, wiring, communication and data-acquisition issues during machine testing Maintain and improve instrumentation equipment and records including calibration status and obsolescence Support lab quality and continuous improvement, contributing to the ISO/IEC 17025 management system Build strong working relationships across functions and share instrumentation knowledge Key requirements Applied knowledge of instrumentation and data-acquisition systems to select, configure, install and maintain equipment Strong working knowledge of sensors and data-acquisition systems, including configuration and verification of measurement systems Experience with data-acquisition and analysis platforms such as Dewesoft, HBK, National Instruments, Vector, ETAS or similar Understanding of laboratory quality principles, ISO/IEC 17025, calibration, traceability and equipment assurance; awareness of CAN-based vehicle communications and strain-gauge techniques Collaboration and ability to build cross-functional relationships Attention to detail and rigorous verification Troubleshooting and systematic problem-solving Instrumentation and data-acquisition system design Sensor selection and signal conditioning Calibration and data quality assurance

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