Experimental Data Engineer

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  • Job type

    Permanent
  • Location

    Kidlington
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Data & Advanced Analytics
  • Industry

    Scientific and R&D
  • Pay

    Up to £58,000 (DOE)
  • Closing date

    24 Oct 2025

Experimental Data Engineer | Yarnton | Up to 58,000 (DOE)

Your New Company

Join a cutting-edge engineering organisation at the forefront of advanced manufacturing and propulsion technologies. With a global footprint and a strong UK base, this venture-backed company is pioneering the development of high-performance microturbine engines using proprietary materials and additive manufacturing techniques. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers, scientists, and software developers working on next-generation solutions for jet propulsion.

Your New Role

As an Experimental Data Engineer, you’ll play a key role in building, maintaining, and optimising engine test rigs and data acquisition systems. Reporting to the Testing Lead, you’ll collaborate closely with design and experimental teams to validate new components and control systems. Your work will directly influence the performance and scalability of innovative propulsion technologies.
You’ll be primarily based at the company’s manufacturing site in Yarnton, with occasional travel to nearby testing facilities. A competitive salary and equity incentives are offered.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and maintain LabVIEW-based data acquisition systems using NI DAQ hardware
  • Support data post-processing and analysis (e.g. Python)
  • Investigate and implement new sensor technologies
  • Automate workflows for data capture and processing
  • Maintain clean code practices and version control in collaborative environments
  • Work cross-functionally to ensure experimental feasibility and infrastructure readiness

What You'll Need to Succeed

Essential:
  • 1–3 years of industry experience in experimental data capture, or equivalent PhD experience
  • Proficiency in LabVIEW or similar data acquisition platforms
  • Strong understanding of hardware/software integration for high-speed, high-temperature systems
  • Degree in mechanical, aeronautical, or related engineering/STEM discipline
  • Experience with collaborative coding (e.g. Python, C, Git)
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills
Desirable:
  • Full LabVIEW system design experience (front-end and back-end)
  • Basic electrical and electronics knowledge, including circuit design
  • Experience with embedded electronics (e.g. Arduino, STM32)
  • UX design for control systems and data visualisation


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