Systems Test Engineer

Our client, a global oil and gas services company, is seeking a System Test Engineer to be based in their facility in Aberdeen, on a contract basis – initial duration 12 months. The Systems Test Engineer is responsible for the successful execution of system level testing on EPC projects.  Office and project-based environment with occasional onsite testing and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overall Project test lead – responsible for verification of customer requirements, and validation through testing activities, Including physical testing where necessary.
• Lead system testing (eFAT excluding PCS eFAT & SIT's) including on-site leadership as required.
• Develop overall test philosophy & test plan for project.
• Develop all system testing documentation.
• Identify areas of best practise & lessons to be learned from assigned project and feedback.
• Capture any deviations and determine clear remediation plan to satisfy project (both customer and internal) requirements.
• Responsible for generating and managing the Test Equipment Matrix.
• Run readiness reviews to track availability of all key resources required for test program. Partner with project team to resolve any issues.
• Track & report progress of testing. Resolve any issues which may impact OTD
• Ensure all assigned activities & deliverables are complete below assigned budget & on-time.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college (or a high school diploma / GED with at least 4 years of experience in Engineering/Technology). Minimum of 3 additional years of experience in Customer Project Engineering.
• System testing and project coordination experience.
• Customer Project Engineering experience.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate others and achieve results.
• Demonstrated commitment for process improvement.
• Customer-focused in defining quality and establishing priorities.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills

Desired Experience / Characteristics:

• Knowledge of industry standards.
• Previous onsite testing/fabrication experience.
• Systems engineering, project engineering, EPC projects, industrial, energy, or automation sectors.
• Ability to influence others and lead teams. 
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously. 
• Effective problem identification and solution skills.
• Previous experience in project/product on-site fabrication/testing is seen as beneficial
• Proven track record of achievement in previous roles
• Knowledge of appropriate and relevant Industry Specifications, Standards and Regulations
• Industry related experience in relevant products as noted above 
• Functional and operational knowledge of relevant internal processes, procedures and tools