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# Designer Senior Specialist (PD40E5)

- **Company:** Marelli
- **Location:** Bedford, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PC Tools, Microsoft PowerPoint, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Data Processing, Performance Testing, Test Scripts
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840633547-designer-senior-specialist-pd40e5

## About the Role

* Minimum HND in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
 * Minimum 6 years of testing experience within the automotive industry., * Experience of automotive performance testing, preferably with interior components.
 * Understanding of automotive performance requirements including legal and safety.
 * Project management to meet QCD milestones.
 * Lead test reviews with customer and cross-function teams.
 * Plan, lead and execute activities for self and team members.
 * Set and review objectives for team members and coach where necessary.
 * Analyse and solve problems using engineering tools and techniques.
 * Flexibility and ability to work on a variety of tasks.
 * Strong self-learning attitude.
 * Excellent communication skills with internal and external customers.
 * Good PC skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
 * Continuous improvement attitude.

## Description

Senior Test Engineer - Research & Development - Interior Testing. Reporting to the CPM & Interior Development Group Leader. Based at Marelli Automotive Systems Europe Technology Centre Millbrook Office, UK., * Plan, control and execute interior test programs in accordance with IATF 16949.

 * Review and analyse customer test specifications and define validation requirements with design group.
 * Create and control project test plans for each development phase.
 * Conduct root cause analysis for failures and direction of countermeasures.
 * Submit project test reports for each application development phase according to milestones.
 * Prepare and present necessary documents for design reviews.
 * Act as single point contact for internal and external stakeholders for interior testing.
 * Plan and execute benchmark test activity for continuous improvement.
 * Execute PDCA cycle and propose efficiency improvements.
 * Produce reports for management review.
 * Comply with health, safety, and environmental systems requirements., * Take responsibility for personal health, safety and welfare and ensure employees supervise duties in a safe environment., * Ensure compliance and execution of GDPR policies, monitor and maintain records of data processing activities.


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