Vehicle Test and Validation Engineer

Vehicle Test and Validation Engineer

Posted 1 day ago by Multinational Company

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£45,000 Per year
Fixed-Term
Undetermined
Coventry, England, United Kingdom
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Summary: The Vehicle Test and Validation Engineer role in Coventry, UK, involves developing and executing test plans for passenger vehicles, ensuring compliance with global standards. The position requires strong analytical skills and proficiency in Python for data analytics and automation. The engineer will collaborate with various teams to support prototype and field testing while preparing technical documentation. A full UK Driving License is mandatory for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute detailed test plans for passenger vehicles in line with DVP/validation schedules.
  • Conduct performance, load, durability, reliability, vibration, and environmental testing; ensure compliance sign-off.
  • Set up and operate test fixtures, instrumentation, DAQ systems (strain, stress, durability, vibration).
  • Collect, process, and analyze engine/vehicle test data (performance, emissions, fuel efficiency, reliability).
  • Strong Python scripting experience for data analytics, automation, reporting, workload tracking, and test timelines (MATLAB, Concerto or similar tools desirable).
  • Automate test data processing to reduce workload and improve data quality and consistency.
  • Identify trends, anomalies, and deviations; support root cause analysis and provide design feedback.
  • Prepare technical reports, validation records, and documentation for regulatory, homologation, and internal reviews.
  • Ensure compliance with global standards (IS, ECE, and regional regulations); support homologation literature reviews.
  • Use diagnostic tools, simulators, SCADA, and data analysis platforms; implement automated tests (Python, CAPL).
  • Collaborate with design, R&D, quality, production, and project teams; participate in design reviews.
  • Support prototype and field testing; provide feedback on assembly, failures, and performance variation.
  • Strong knowledge of engine dynamics, thermodynamics, fuel systems, and emissions.
  • Familiar with DVP, FMEA, ISO/automotive quality standards; strong analytical and communication skills.

Key Skills:

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
  • Full UK Driving Licence (Class 3 mandatory).
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Python for data analytics and automation.
  • Knowledge of engine dynamics, thermodynamics, fuel systems, and emissions.
  • Familiarity with DVP, FMEA, ISO/automotive quality standards.
  • Flexibility to work across client sites as per programme needs.

Salary (Rate): £45000 yearly

City: Coventry

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Role: Vehicle Test and Validation Engineer

Location: Coventry, UK

Salary: GBP45k/year

Duration: 12 months fixed term employment

Mandatory: A full UK Driving License with Class 3 License is a must

Job Description - Essential Responsibilities & Skills

  • Develop and execute detailed test plans for passenger vehicles in line with DVP/validation schedules.
  • Conduct performance, load, durability, reliability, vibration, and environmental testing; ensure compliance sign-off.
  • Set up and operate test fixtures, instrumentation, DAQ systems (strain, stress, durability, vibration).
  • Collect, process, and analyze engine/vehicle test data (performance, emissions, fuel efficiency, reliability).
  • Strong Python scripting experience for data analytics, automation, reporting, workload tracking, and test timelines (MATLAB, Concerto or similar tools desirable).
  • Automate test data processing to reduce workload and improve data quality and consistency.
  • Identify trends, anomalies, and deviations; support root cause analysis and provide design feedback.
  • Prepare technical reports, validation records, and documentation for regulatory, homologation, and internal reviews.
  • Ensure compliance with global standards (IS, ECE, and regional regulations); support homologation literature reviews.
  • Use diagnostic tools, simulators, SCADA, and data analysis platforms; implement automated tests (Python, CAPL).
  • Collaborate with design, R&D, quality, production, and project teams; participate in design reviews.
  • Support prototype and field testing; provide feedback on assembly, failures, and performance variation.
  • Strong knowledge of engine dynamics, thermodynamics, fuel systems, and emissions.
  • Familiar with DVP, FMEA, ISO/automotive quality standards; strong analytical and communication skills.

Desirable

  • Bachelor’s/Master’s in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
  • Full UK Driving Licence (Class 3 mandatory).
  • Flexibility to work across client sites as per programme needs.
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