HV System Validation Engineer Office Based Gaydon Inside IR35 ?? Location: Gaydon, UK ?? Job Type: 6-Month Contract ?? Working Arrangement: Office-based ?? Day Rate: £450£500/day (Inside IR35) ?? Start Date: ASAP ?? Driving Requirement: Full UK Driving Licence (incl. Class 3 BEV/PHEV endorsement) Join a high-profile validation team supporting the development and testing of next-generation electric and hybrid vehicles. This role is ideal for someone passionate about High Voltage (HV) systems, electric drivetrains, and hands-on validation. ?? It Means More A hands-on engineering challenge with next-gen PHEV/BEV vehicle systems Embedded within a world-class automotive engineering programme Youll be making an impact in a project that drives future mobility innovation ?? Key Responsibilities: Validate and test High Voltage systems for BEV/PHEV platforms (400V) Plan and execute issue replication, system validation, and diagnostics Analyse data to detect root causes and systemic issues Ensure compliance with HV safety and regulatory standards Collaborate with internal teams across engineering, production, and quality ?? Essential Skills: Strong background in HV systems within the automotive sector Experience with battery systems, power electronics, DCDC, inverters, eAC, etc. Software: MATLAB, LabVIEW, CANalyzer, INCA, CANoe Familiar with FMEA, root cause analysis, and ISO 26262 Thermal & mechanical understanding of HV system components Excellent diagnostic and troubleshooting capability ? Additional Requirements: UK Class 3 license to test PHEV/BEV vehicles Clean UK driving licence (no disqualifications, Experience working in a lab/field validation setup Familiarity with IEC 61851, SAE J1772, and other HV safety protocols