Vehicle Test and Validation Engineer

4 days ago

Coventry, Coventry, United Kingdom Multinational Company Full time

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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