Role Details
* Role/Job Title: Charging Systems Verification and Validation Engineer
* Work Location: Gaydon, UK
* Mode of Working: Office based
* Working Conditions: Yes Travel in UK & Europe
The RoleThis role is for Charging Features Verification Engineer role sits within the Charging Systems Delivery Group.As a Charging Features Verification Engineer, you'll be an integral part of Charging Systems V&V Chapter, working within the dynamic Charging Systems Verification & Validation Group. Your role will be pivotal as the point of contact for verifying Charging Features, collaborating with various teams including Charging Product squads, Propulsion Product Groups, Body & Digital Product Platform team and Central System Integration team.Your Responsibilities
* Execute validation and verification activities for Charging Systems, DC-DC converter, On-Board charger (AC and DC charging systems), Charger types (CCS, CHAdeMO, Type-2, GB/T, NACS, Type-1) & BMS systems.
* Develop and maintain test plans, test cases, and test scripts based on system requirements.
* Conduct vehicle-level Charging systems SW release tests for multiple teams/programs.
* Conduct vehicle-level testing using real EVSE, charging emulators, power analyzers, and diagnostic tools.
* Perform functional, performance, and robustness testing on EV charging systems.
* Capture logs, analyze data, and identify root causes of charging failures or communication issues.
* Verify SIMS/AIMS/BUGS issue fixes on vehicle/labcar/Vehicle In loop.
* Work with cross-functional teams (software, hardware, systems, diagnostics) to resolve defects.
* Ensure compliance with relevant standards (ISO 15118, IEC 61851, DIN 70121, ISO26262).
* Prepare detailed test reports and present findings to engineering leadership and stakeholders.
* Contribute to continuous improvement of validation processes and procedures.
* Adopt and support a structured problem-solving approach on various issue investigations and issues reported by cross functional & central software integration teams.
* Support various charging systems & other modules responsible for charging features integration activities on different tests properties for different programs & builds.
* Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time.
Your ProfileEssential Skills / Knowledge / ExperienceHard Skills
* Hands-on experience with EV charging systems, power electronics, or vehicle HV/electrical systems and high voltage systems 400/800V.
* Validation & Verification experience preferably within the Automotive industry.
* Working Knowledge on power electronics HW & SW life cycle process.
* Working Knowledge on Automotive communication protocols CAN, LIN, Ethernet and Vector tools like CANoe / CANalyser, PLC logging, ETAS INCA, Wireshark, MDA, UDS Diagnostics, DOIP.
* Strong knowledge of HV safety procedures and risk assessments (Desirable HV Authorized Person or Senior Authorized Person Trained).
* Vehicle-Level Diagnostics & Fault Analysis and triaging, stakeholder management on progressing on defects.
* Working Knowledge of ISO15118, DIN70121, IEC61851 charging standards and functional safety ISO26262.
* Experience with charging protocols such as CCS (Combo), NACS, CHAdeMO, GB/T, Type2, Type1.
* Vehicle preparation with necessary software and hardware intended for testing.
* Work and coordinate with workshop or instrumentation team for hardware change and special instrumentation, wirings for validation for CAN, Ethernet, Data Logger, ECU hardware replacement.
* Experience with test equipment: oscilloscopes, multimeters, power analyzers, EVSE charging simulators.
* Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and system/sub-system requirements.
* Experience working in an agile environment & tools.
* Car Driving License Holder (Desirable: Class 2 / Class 3 JLR Permit holder, UK Driving License).
Desirable Skills / Knowledge / Experience
* Willing to do it and can go anywhere with an attitude.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Proactive and lead the test activities.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced development environment.
* Results driven by the ability to deliver operational plans in a highly demanding environment.
* Strong interpersonal/communication skills and communication effectively at all levels.
* A highly flexible person who can respond to an ever-changing, fast-paced environment, with the ability to support the needs of the Customer and the business.
* Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred, ideally in Electrical/Electronics/Control Systems/Mechanical engineering or equivalent.
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