Diagnostics Engineer - Contract - 6 Months

We’re not just another bike brand - we're an iconic, British motorcycle brand with over 120 years of history behind us. Our new state-of-the-art facilities in Solihull, West Midlands are home to a tight-knit, but ever-expanding team that's passionate about delivering exquisite riding experiences to our customers. Under new ownership and proud to be part of the TVS Motor family, we're entering a new era of global success. And we want you to be a part of it! At Norton, we value respect, trust, and responsibility. We trust our employees to execute their roles exceptionally and professionally, and we value personal development, teaching, and learning. When you join our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow and learn alongside some of the most talented and dedicated people in the business. So if you're passionate about motorcycles and looking to join a team that's shaping the future of this legendary brand, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role Norton Motorcycles are seeking Diagnostics Engineer to join the Electrical & Electronic Systems team on a 6-month fixed-term contract to provide cover and maintain project continuity. The Diagnostics Engineer will be responsible for the development, validation, and maintenance of diagnostic strategies across all electrical and electronic (E/E) systems. The role plays a critical part in ensuring robust fault detection, effective service diagnostics, and compliance with industry communication protocols. This position requires close collaboration with system engineers, ECU suppliers, service engineering teams, and dealer networks to deliver high-quality, production-ready diagnostic solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain diagnostic strategies, including Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) and associated service procedures for all E/E systems
• Create, manage, and validate diagnostic datasets to ensure accuracy and robustness
• Support system engineers in defining diagnostic requirements early in the design and development cycle.
• Analyse field issues, perform log analysis, and support root-cause investigations through structured fault replication
• Collaborate with ECU suppliers to ensure correct diagnostic implementation and compliance with specifications
• Provide technical support to service engineering teams and dealer networks on diagnostic-related queries
• Validate diagnostic functionality using industry-standard communication protocols including CAN, LIN, Ethernet, and UDS
• Contribute to continuous improvement of diagnostic processes, documentation, and validation methodologies

Essential Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in automotive or motorcycle diagnostics engineering
• Strong understanding of E/E architectures and embedded systems
• Hands-on experience with diagnostic protocol validation (CAN, LIN, Ethernet, UDS)
• Experience developing and managing DTC strategies
• Ability to analyse CAN logs and perform structured fault-finding
• Experience working with ECU suppliers and external technical partners
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to support technical and non-technical stakeholders

Desirable

• Experience within motorcycle or low-volume automotive OEM environments
• Familiarity with ISO 14229 (UDS) and ISO 26262 functional safety considerations
• Knowledge of calibration and vehicle-level validation processes

Personal Attributes

• Detail-oriented with a strong quality mindset
• Proactive and able to work independently within a fast-paced engineering environment
• Collaborative team player with strong cross-functional engagement skills
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines within a contract environment