Test Bed Planning Coordinator

Sulzer is a leading engineering company with a proud heritage of innovation. Join our global team to grow your expertise and develop innovative solutions that enable a prosperous and more sustainable society.

About the role

At 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.

As 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.
This 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.

Your Main Tasks and Responsibilities

- Create and maintain detailed 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings for pump test set-ups using NX.
- Develop accurate test bed layouts that meet engineering, customer and operational requirements.
- Identify and specify additional test equipment required to support testing activities.
- Support the design, procurement and implementation of bespoke test equipment and associated components.
- Provide technical guidance to test technicians during assembly, installation and commissioning of test arrangements.
- Ensure all test configurations are documented, controlled and compliant with Sulzer's global engineering standards.
- Liaise closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement and Test teams to ensure projects are delivered on schedule.
- Support troubleshooting activities and implement modifications to test configurations as required.
- Maintain and improve drawing standards, modelling practices and test planning processes.
- Act as the department's subject matter expert for test set-up modelling and NX-related activities.

To Succeed in This Role, You Will Need

- Experience producing 2D and 3D engineering drawings within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Strong CAD skills, ideally using Siemens NX or a comparable 3D modelling platform.
- A good understanding of mechanical engineering principles and assembly practices.
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings, technical specifications and customer requirements.
- The ability to plan, organise and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence working across engineering and operational teams.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a methodical approach to technical challenges.
- Experience supporting manufacturing, testing, production or project delivery activities would be advantageous.
- HNC/HND, apprenticeship or degree-level qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.

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What we offer you

We’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:

Core Benefits

- A competitive salary
- A company-wide bonus scheme
- Medicash Health Cash Plan (covering everyday healthcare expenses such as dental, optical and GP services)
- 33 days’ holiday
- Defined pension contribution
- Employee Assistance Programmes
- Discounts on shopping, entertainment & lifestyle
- Costco membership option
- Discounted personal car leasing for you, family & friends
- Long Service Awards
- Ongoing learning through Sulzer Learning Pathways
- Armed 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.

Onsite Perks

- Free, secure parking with EV charging
- Multi-faith prayer room
- Newly modernised work areas
- Lively Sports & Social Club with events & prize draws
- 24/7 onsite gym
- Subsidised vending machines
- Subsidised Canteen offering hot and cold food

Sulzer is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the strength of a diverse workforce and are committed to offering an inclusive work environment.

We are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer 2026 in Brazil, Canada, China, Finland, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Switzerland, South Africa, the UK and the USA.