Electrification Rig Test Engineer

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Job Description

 

REQ ID: 118916
JOB TITLE: Electrification Rig Test Engineer
SALARY: Competitive
POSTING END DATE: 30/11/2023
LOCATION: Whitley
 
We're re-examining our vehicles and what a vehicle means in the emerging world of automation, connectedness, electrification and the shared economy. New ideas, new technology, and new approaches to mobility are our business. Join a team of next generation thinkers.

 

WHAT TO EXPECT

 

An exciting new opportunity to be a part of the team testing the next generation of EMachines for Jaguar, Range Rover and Land Rover products.  We are at the forefront of development in hybrid and full electric powertrains, aiming to deliver electrifying performance and peerless refinement.  We are looking for individuals who are excited about our electrified transformation and can bring their passion and experience to our growing team.

 

We are looking for individuals who are:

 

  • Impactful by taking ownership of projects, looking for improvements and striving to deliver to time & quality

  • Curious to learn about new technology and methods, find and solve problems and grow with the team

  • Considerate of our internal customers needs and be proud to deliver high quality data

  • Team players who work with transparency, integrity, and unity to achieve our common goals

 

You will be working as EMachine Test Engineer within Powertrain Test Operations (PTTO) where we utilise state-of-the-art test facilities to develop, verify and sign-off component, sub-system, and system level targets.  

 

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilites 

 

Plan

  • Interpret Design verification methods for prototype units and translate into rig based tests

  • De-risking through planning and preparation

  • Ensure continuous workflow by reviewing and preparing upcoming tests

 

Automate

  • Develop automated scripts to deliver unmanned component testing and  accelerate development

  • Use of automation to improve the repeatability and data quality

 

Deliver

  • Ensure facility utilisation targets and testing gateways are achieved

  • Take ownership of any issues and work with supporting teams to resolve with urgency

 

Output

  • Follow existing and update best practices to support required level of output data quality

  • Maintain and update documentation

  • Look for novel approaches to challenges & communicate lessons learned

 

Customer focus

  • Build relationship with internal customer to understand their requirements

  • Apply suitable methods and experience to effectively deliver customer requirements

  • Supply concise and clear information to customers on test status & delays, offer solutions

 

Support the wider team

  • Provide management with accurate data to support decision making processes

  • Supply inputs to requirements, budgets, and resource planning

 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

 

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

 

Essential:

  • Some experience in hardware or software testing with dynamometers

  • Basic understanding of electrical automotive powertrain systems

  • Proven practical knowledge of automation systems such as CADET, PUMA, MORPHEE etc.

  • Some experience in data analysis and problem-solving methods

  • Some experience with coding or event-based language (Examples CAPL, C or Matlab/Simulink, visual basic, Python)

  • Competent in MS office

 

Desirable:

  • Some experience in automotive testing

  • Working knowledge of calibration tools such as ETAS INCA, Vector CANape etc.

  • Some experience with electrified vehicle systems such as MHEV, PHEV and BEV

  • Some practical knowledge of vehicle networks and architectures (CAN/CAN-FD/FlexRay/LIN) at a protocol manipulation level.

  • Valid UK Driving license

 

 

SO WHY US?

 

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you'll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.

 

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage. 

 

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

 

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.