REQ ID: 121106
JOB TITLE: Powertrain Test Engineer
SALARY: £36,000 - £52,717

POSTING START DATE: 01/07/2024

POSTING END DATE: 15/07/2024
LOCATION: Coventry

JLR is harnessing technology to make driving smarter, safer and cleaner. You can help create a world in which responsible, sustainable vehicles revolutionise the driving experience for generations. Our vision is to leverage the incredible potential of technology to build vehicles that not only offer a premium, all-encompassing digital experience, but that also make our customers lives better.

WHAT TO EXPECT

In the role of Powertrain Test Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering Vehicle in Loop (ViL) and Powertrain in Loop (PiL) testing. You will be in overseeing projects within the powertrain test bed, leading operator support teams, managing stakeholders and what They require in the test beds, as well as integrating, commissioning, and validating the next generation of propulsion systems at JLR.

You will be involved in day-to-day project planning, planning test bed works, and upcoming projects involving them, troubleshooting and problem solving when required, and continuous improvement within the business area.

You will also have the opportunity to develop test methodology and automation in conjunction with our customer and stakeholder teams to enable the verification and validation of JLR’s ICE and BEV Powertrains.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Work in unison with Testbed operators to co-ordinate project tasks and ensure timely delivery of agreed test plan.

• Ensure all inputs to KPIs are reported in a timely and structure way to demonstrate the project performance against the Business’ ambition and identify dependencies early and work to resolve them so they don’t become obstacles to the success of the project.

• Showcase best practices for methodology, providing support and guidance on automation and measurement systems.

• Review customer test plans against existing capability and work with our advanced automation team to build and develop a library of validated test cases.

• Responsible for commissioning new systems along with issue routing and problem solving of existing systems as well as commissioning and sign-off of new test facilities and equipment.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

In order to be considered for this role, you will need to have previous experience of the physical testing of powertrain components or systems. You will also need experience with test automation systems (ideally PUMA), and ETAS hardware along with INCA and MDA for calibration, acquisition, and analysis.

• Experience with Vector hardware using CANalyzer, CANoe, ideally including experience with CAPL.

• Experience debugging and commissioning complex systems using structured problem-solving techniques.

• Experience working with Hybrid and/or BEV Powertrain system validation and verification

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, private medical cover and performance related bonus scheme. As a manager, you’ll also be able to select one of our luxury premium vehicles to lease at a fraction of the cost. 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.