Low Voltage Systems Engineer
Posted Today by ARM
£38 Per hour
Outside
Hybrid
Crewe, Cheshire
Summary: The Low Voltage Systems Engineer role involves developing, integrating, and validating 12V vehicle systems for automotive programs on a 6-month rolling contract. The position requires ownership of Low Voltage components from concept to vehicle sign-off, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards. The role offers hybrid working arrangements, with three days on-site. Candidates must have a strong background in automotive systems engineering, particularly with 12V systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and validate 12V Low Voltage systems (on and off vehicle)
- Review circuit diagrams and manage hardware/software configurations
- Support ECU networking (CAN, LIN, FlexRay) and function development
- Conduct diagnostics and root cause analysis
- Manage suppliers and support part releases and technical changes
- Deliver Functional Safety documentation and Golden Rules compliance
- Validate base software and energy management calibrations
Key Skills:
- Strong knowledge of 12V systems (batteries, DC/DC, alternators, energy management)
- Understanding of 48V/HV interaction with LV systems
- Experience with CAN tools (CANoe, CANape, INCA)
- Knowledge of battery charging standards (SAE/DIN/EN, CCA/C20)
- Experience with diagnostic tools (e.g., ODIS or similar)
- Systems engineering mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- Automotive experience is essential
Salary (Rate): £38.49/hour
City: Crewe
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: Mid-Level
Industry: IT
Low Voltage Systems Engineer
6-month rolling contract
£38.49 Ltd, outside IR35
Hybrid working available, 3 days on-site.
We are seeking an experienced Low Voltage Systems Engineer to develop, integrate, and validate 12V vehicle systems across automotive programmes. You will own the delivery of Low Voltage components from concept through to vehicle sign-off, ensuring compliance, functional safety, and performance targets are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and validate 12V Low Voltage systems (on and off vehicle)
- Review circuit diagrams and manage hardware/software configurations
- Support ECU networking (CAN, LIN, FlexRay) and function development
- Conduct diagnostics and root cause analysis
- Manage suppliers and support part releases and technical changes
- Deliver Functional Safety documentation and Golden Rules compliance
- Validate base software and energy management calibrations
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of 12V systems (batteries, DC/DC, alternators, energy management)
- Understanding of 48V/HV interaction with LV systems
- Experience with CAN tools (CANoe, CANape, INCA)
- Knowledge of battery charging standards (SAE/DIN/EN, CCA/C20)
- Experience with diagnostic tools (e.g., ODIS or similar)
- Systems engineering mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- Automotive experience is essential.
Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.