John Crane, a company of the Smiths Group, is a global leader in critical flow control solutions for the energy and process industries, enabling efficient and sustainable operations. Our products include mechanical seals and systems, couplings, bearings, filtration systems, and predictive digital monitoring technologies.

We have a global network of more than 200 locations in over 50 countries and employ more than 6,000 people worldwide. We work alongside our customers to help them maintain safe operations, reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and meet the latest environmental standards.

John Crane is part of the Smiths Group. For over 170 years, Smiths has been pioneering progress by engineering for a better future. Each year, we help millions of people create a safer, more efficient, productive, and better-connected world across four global markets: energy, security & defence, aerospace, and general industrial. Smiths is listed on the London Stock Exchange and employs around 16,000 people in more than 50 countries.

What tasks you can expect with us:

Planning, execution, and further development of prototype, qualification, and reliability tests in close collaboration with product and project teams
Development and implementation of structured test plans, as well as setup and support of test rigs and testing systems
Analysis, evaluation, and visualisation of test results, along with preparation of test reports and presentations
Conducting systematic fault analyses and root-cause analyses to ensure sustainable problem-solving
Contributing to the optimisation of test processes, testing procedures, safety standards, and technical documentation
Providing technical support and working closely with interdisciplinary teams, including active troubleshooting on prototypes and test equipment

Qualifications

What you should bring:

At least a completed Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a comparable qualification
Several years of experience in a hands-on engineering or testing environment
Solid knowledge of testing methodologies, structured problem-solving, and root-cause analysis
Confident handling of mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems, along with an understanding of fundamental physical principles
Strong analytical thinking and well-developed data analysis skills
High level of personal responsibility, organisational skills, and a structured way of working
Strong communication skills and enjoyment of teamwork, knowledge sharing, and continuous professional development
Very good English skills, both written and spoken

Additional Information

What you can look forward to with us:

Modern working environment – ergonomic workstations and up-to-date technology
Training and development opportunities
Attractive compensation and additional benefits – including a company pension scheme and other voluntary employer benefits
Team culture – regular company events to strengthen collaboration and team spirit
E-bike leasing and free e-bike charging stations on site
30 days of annual leave
Employee parking and excellent access to public transport

With colleagues from all over the world, we are proud of our diversity. To promote inclusion, we run employee resource groups (ERGs) to create a safe space where employees can connect, share experiences, and support one another.

Wir glauben, dass unterschiedliche Perspektiven und Hintergründe ein Unternehmen zum Blühen bringen. Alle qualifizierten Bewerber erhalten unabhängig von Rasse, Hautfarbe, Religion, Geschlecht, sexueller Orientierung, Geschlechtsidentität, nationaler Herkunft, wirtschaftlichem Status, Behinderung, Alter oder anderen gesetzlich geschützten Merkmalen die gleiche Berücksichtigung für eine Anstellung. Wir sind stolz darauf, ein inklusives Unternehmen mit Werten zu sein, die auf Gleichheit und Ethik basieren, wo wir Vielfalt feiern, unterstützen und umarmen. Zu keinem Zeitpunkt im Einstellungsprozess werden Flex-Tek, Smiths Group oder einer unserer Rekrutierungspartner jemals eine Zahlung fordern, um die Teilnahme zu ermöglichen – einschließlich, aber nicht beschränkt auf Interviews oder Tests. Vermeiden Sie betrügerische Anfragen, indem Sie sich direkt über unsere Karrierewebsite bewerben (Karrieren - Smiths Group plc).

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