Department Overview : The Legislation and Certification (L&C) department ensures that Aston Martin Lagonda (AML) products meet current and future legislation requirements that will allow sale into global markets. Job Purpose : Lead internal combustion engine (ICE) emissions certification activities and support compliance for global markets, ensuring adherence to legislative requirements and company standards. Key Duties and Responsibilities : Build strong, respectful relationships across departments to ensure powertrain certification requirements are met and challenges are communicated openly. Plan, lead and deliver Internal Combustion Engine emissions certification testing for vehicle programmes to agreed project timelines and processes. Accountable for homologation worst-case agreements with type-approval authorities and technical services Responsibility for ensuring vehicles and components accurately reflect production specifications and are presented correctly to government authorities for Homologation testing. Accountable for all documentation created and submitted as part of Homologation is accurate, to a high standard and reflects production specifications Ownership of monitoring legislative changes relevant to the field of Emissions and Fuel Economy Homologation, ensuring effective clear communication to stakeholders in Powertrain, Electrical and the wider business as required. Accountable for developing and deploying compliance strategies for new powertrain legislation and communicate business impacts effectively. Lead problem solving activities in the area of Emissions and Fuel Economy Homologation Accountable for Conformity of Production data validation in the field of Emissions and Fuel Economy Experience & Qualifications : Essential : Degree (or equivalent) in a technical discipline. Experience in emissions certification testing. Experience in evaporative emissions testing. Preferred : Degree (or equivalent) in a technical discipline focussed on Mechanical/Automotive/Electrical or Design engineering Technical experience in the automotive industry, or Experience dealing with legislation and regulatory authorities Experience of test vehicle preparation and management Experience of testing HEVs, PHEVs and BEVs. Required Skills/Behaviours : Logical and analytical thinking; ability to simplify complex technical information Influential decision-making skills Team player and role model for best practice Enthusiasm for new technologies Fluent in spoken and written English; confident communicator Competent in MS Office and adaptable to company IT systems Strong planning, coordination, and organisational skills Full UK driving licence Additional Requirements : Ability to support overseas testing (EU, China and USA) with rotation, and support expected from within the department (average of 10 days per year) and overnight travel in the UK to test facilities to support witness testing (average of 15 days per year) Hiring Manager : Simon Naughton Grade : 9 Positions : One Belong at Aston Martin At Aston Martin, we believe that the stunning beauty, craftsmanship, and artistry that define our brand come from the diverse voices and talents of our extraordinary team. We are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. Your unique perspectives, shaped by your education, culture, ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, abilities, and more, are what make us stronger and more innovative. We celebrate the richness of diversity and actively seek individuals who bring something new to the table. If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to ensure that you can bring your best, in every way. Let’s build something remarkable together. The post holder will be required to comply with all policies and procedures issued by and on behalf of Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd