Role / Job Title:Vehicle Safety Engineer
Work Location:Gaydon / Whitley, UK (On site)
Desired Competencies (Technical / Behavioral Competency)
Must-Have:
* Experience in vehicle safety testing, validation, or lab operations.
* Familiarity with safety standards (Euro NCAP, FMVSS, UN-ECE) and test protocols.
* Basic understanding of instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
* A degree or diploma in a relevant engineering discipline, such as Mechanical, Automobile, or Electrical, is typically required.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in parts and facility coordination.
Good-to-Have:
* Experience with hydraulic/pneumatic control systems and crash test rigs.
* Knowledge of structured problem-solving tools (e.g., 8D, FMEA, Six Sigma).
* Ability to work flexibly across shifts and tight deadlines.
* Strong communication and teamwork skills across engineering and operations.
Responsibilities / Expectations from the Role:
1. Assist in developing and maintaining detailed test schedules for safety validation activities.
2. Coordinate with internal teams to align test timing with engineering and program delivery milestones.
3. ...