Validation Technician

Bring your energy to Aggreko as Validation Technician based in Dubai.

You will be responsible for overseeing testing and validation projects, providing technical guidance & improving on the tools used for each task. To drive efficiency gains & quality improvements for a team of technicians in the maintenance and testing of Aggreko equipment. Additionally, the technician will ensure that the team adheres to the set development plans and objectives. 

What you’ll do as Validation Technician :

• Supporting the on-time delivery of the build plan
• Providing technical guidance and mentorship
• Resolving technical issues and challenges that arise
• Implement best practices to continuously improve team performance
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of processes and methodologies
• Developing validation protocols and documenting validation activities
• Planning & Execution of validation testing
• Conducting performance evaluations and providing feedback/training to technicians to improve their skills and performance.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant environmental, health, and safety regulations.

Validation and Testing Competence

• Test Setup and Execution: Prepare engines and associated systems (fuel, air, oil, cooling) on various products for validation and test runs. Test and evaluate new, refurbished and repaired generators and prepare test reports as per ISO standards. Operate engine test rigs and monitor test conditions in real time, often using specialized software and control systems.
• Instrumentation and Data Acquisition: Install and maintain sensors for collecting accurate data on temperature, pressure, vibration, and flow measurements.
• Diagnostics and Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair electrical and instrumentation issues during test campaigns to minimize delays. Utilize diagnostic tools and software to interpret failure modes and identify root causes of problems.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed records of all test activities, results, and findings. Document procedures and prepare comprehensive reports and summaries for engineers and management, ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Perform testing to ensure compliance with Aggreko and stated International Codes and requirements, including emissions control and safety standards.
• Maintenance and Safety: Conduct system checks, calibrations, and equipment maintenance to ensure products and support systems are operational and safe. Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations.
• Collaboration: Work closely with technicians and cross-functional teams (Production and Maintenance,) to ensure efficient test execution and process improvement.

You are:

• Analytical & logical thinker
• Capable of defining, setting and improving standards
• Holds themselves and others to account
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Computer literate
• Strong electrical aptitude and hands-on experience with engine control components.
• Proficiency in the use of data acquisition (DAQ) and control systems (e.g., DataTaker DT85) and engine diagnostic software.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and schematics.
• Familiarity with emissions measurement equipment and engine control units (ECUs).
• Previous hands-on experience in an engine or turbine test environment, or as a diesel/gas technician, is typically required.
• Specialized diploma with post-secondary training / University degree in a technical discipline / Certificate in diesel/automotive technology.

Here’s what you’ll get:

• Competitive compensation package
• Industry-leading benefit plans including medical insurance
• Continuous training and development with career growth opportunities
• Safety-focused culture

Our people are can-do, positive, resilient and persistent. If that feels like you, apply now and build your career with the people bringing energy to the world.

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Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.