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Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.\nAbout the role\nAt Sulzer, we're not just building pumps, we're engineering the technology that helps power industries, deliver clean water, support global energy projects and drive the transition to a more sustainable future.Our Leeds facility is a recognised Centre of Excellence within Sulzer's global network and home to some of the largest and most sophisticated pump packages manufactured anywhere in the world. Every product that leaves our facility plays a critical role in major infrastructure projects across the energy, water, industrial and renewable sectors.\nAs our Test Department continues to support an expanding portfolio of complex engineering projects, we're looking for a Test Bed Planning Coordinator to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to become the technical owner of test bed planning and NX 3D modelling activities, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the successful preparation and execution of pump testing operations.\nThis is far more than a CAD role. You'll be the critical link between Engineering, Manufacturing and Test Operations, helping transform customer requirements into safe, efficient and effective test arrangements that enable world-class products to be validated before shipment.\nYour Main Tasks and Responsibilities\nCreate and maintain detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings for pump test set-ups using NX.\nDevelop accurate test bed layouts that meet engineering, customer and operational requirements.\nIdentify and specify additional test equipment required to support testing activities.\nSupport the design, procurement and implementation of bespoke test equipment and associated components.\nProvide technical guidance to test technicians during assembly, installation and commissioning of test arrangements.\nEnsure all test configurations are documented, controlled and compliant with Sulzer's global engineering standards.\nLiaise closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement and Test teams to ensure projects are delivered on schedule.\nSupport troubleshooting activities and implement modifications to test configurations as required.\nMaintain and improve drawing standards, modelling practices and test planning processes.\nAct as the department's subject matter expert for test set-up modelling and NX-related activities.\nTo Succeed in This Role, You Will Need\nExperience producing 2D and 3D engineering drawings within a manufacturing or engineering environment.\nStrong CAD skills, ideally using Siemens NX or a comparable 3D modelling platform.\nA good understanding of mechanical engineering principles and assembly practices.\nExperience interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications and customer requirements.\nThe ability to plan, organise and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously.\nExcellent communication skills and confidence working across engineering and operational teams.\nStrong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to technical challenges.\nExperience supporting manufacturing, testing, production or project delivery activities would be advantageous.\nHNC/HND, apprenticeship or degree-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.\nWhat we offer you\nWe’ve recently invested significantly in modernising our Leeds facility - creating a brighter, more efficient, and more advanced workspace designed to support high-quality work and a great employee experience. Alongside our upgraded facilities, you’ll benefit from:\nCore Benefits\nA competitive salary\nA company-wide bonus scheme\nMedicash Health Cash Plan (covering everyday healthcare expenses such as dental, optical and GP services)\n33 days’ holiday\nDefined pension contribution\nEmployee Assistance Programmes\nDiscounts on shopping, entertainment & lifestyle\nCostco membership option\nDiscounted personal car leasing for you, family & friends\nLong Service Awards\nOngoing learning through Sulzer Learning Pathways\nArmed Forces Support - As a Silver Award holder of the MoD Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively support veterans, reservists and Cadet Adult Volunteers. This includes policies that enable time for training, camps and deployment, alongside access to a growing internal military network.\nOnsite Perks\nFree, secure parking with EV charging\nMulti-faith prayer room\nNewly modernised work areas\nLively Sports & Social Club with events & prize draws\n24/7 onsite gym\nSubsidised vending machines\nSubsidised Canteen offering hot and cold food\nSulzer is an equal opportunity employer. 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