Development Engineer

About this position:

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Development Engineer to join an exciting consultancy. This company is a team of innovators, engineers and delivery experts who combine the skill sets to share F1 techniques and processes to businesses with wider industrial and commercial applications.

Job Responsibilities:

Hardware Testing and Validation:

* Carry out the development and execution of comprehensive hardware test programs at the full product or system level.

* Conduct hands-on testing of prototypes, including operating with instrumentation, data acquisition, and real-world scenario testing.

* Support required HW uplifts, SW flashing and diagnosis through CAN and Ethernet communication.

* Review and take ownership of test plans, understand test requirements against design requirements and provide feedback on test procedures to ensure proper test execution.

Field Testing and Issue Resolution:

* Work in the field with prototype vehicles, identifying and addressing hardware issues.

* Collaborate closely with the Design and Development team to ensure seamless testing and resolution of hardware-related challenges.

* Document and communicate issues and resolutions effectively to all relevant stakeholders.

* Lead planning for parts, people, logistics and facilities to execute testing including risk assessments.

Test Program Delivery:

* Ensure the successful delivery of planned test programs, meeting project timelines and objectives.

* Continuously optimise and refine test procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Collaboration and Communication:

* Collaborate with wider Design and Development team through providing feedback on design improvements based on field testing experiences.

* Communicate regularly with project managers and other team members to provide updates on testing progress and challenges.

* Foster a collaborative and proactive approach to issue resolution.

Documentation and Reporting:

* Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all testing activities, including test plans, procedures, and results.

* Generate comprehensive reports on hardware performance and contribute to post-test analysis.

* Provide clear and concise documentation for issue tracking and resolution.

Experience Required:

* 3+ years of experience.

* Good problem-solving and hands-on abilities.

* Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and resources at the same time.

* Self-starter with high levels of motivation and strong desire to continue learning.

* Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills coupled with a strong work ethic.

* Understanding of vehicle systems and system interactions.

* Understanding of the vehicle testing process.

* Knowledge of automotive testing instrumentation and tools.

* Strong data analysis and reporting experience.

* Experience setting up vehicles for specific test requirements