At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth we are now recruiting for a Test Engineer – Charging Systems to be based at our customer’s site in Bicester.
Our Embedded Systems Solutions department (ESS) encompasses all activities outlined under the Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) process framework, including systems engineering, software engineering, coding, and all levels of functional testing. Beyond core development, ESS also integrates critical supporting processes such as project management, risk assessment, functional safety, and cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with ASPICE standards and delivering reliable, secure, and high-quality embedded systems & solutions.
The Role:
ATest & Validation Engineer (HV PT & Charging Systems)isa high-level technical role responsible for the final quality assurance of electric vehicle (EV) high-voltage powertrains and charging infrastructures. You will serve as the "quality gate," ensuring that systems like Battery Management Systems (BMS), DC-DC converters, and On-Board Chargers (OBC) meet rigorous safety and performance standards.
Area of Responsibility
1. Test Planning & Execution: Develop and maintain comprehensive test plans, cases, and scripts based on complex system requirements.
2. System Validation: Execute functional, performance, and robustness testing on high-voltage (400V/800V) systems from cell level to full vehicle integration.
3. Diagnostics & Root Cause Analysis: Capture and analyze data logs to identify the root causes of charging failures or communication issues using tools likeWiresharkorCANoe.
4. Compliance & Standards: Ensure all systems comply with critical international standards such asISO 15118,IEC 61851,DIN 70121, and functional safetystandardISO 26262.
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with software, hardware, and systems engineering teams to resolve defects and verify fixes
Knowledge / Experience
·Bachelors degree with strong experience in operating in T&V setups.
·Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of EV charging protocols includingCCS,NACS,CHAdeMO, andType 2.
·HV Safety: Strong knowledge of high-voltage safety procedures; being anAuthorized Person (AP)orSenior Authorized Person (SAP)is often highly desirable.
·Tool Proficiency: Hands-on experience with:
oCommunication Protocols: CAN, LIN, Ethernet.
oDiagnostic Tools: Vector CANoe/CANalyzer, ETAS INCA, and UDS Diagnostics.
oLab Equipment: Oscilloscopes, power analyzers, multimeters, and EVSE simulators.
·Education: A degree in Electrical, Electronics, Control Systems, or Mechanical Engineering is typically required
In return for bringing your expertise to our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:
·Pension Scheme – We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary
·25 Days’ Holiday
·Private Health Care
·Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off new JLR vehicles
·Group Income Protection
·Health Assured – Employee Assistance Program
·Group Life Assurance
·Health Shield – Private Health Cash Plan
If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you.
Tata Technologies: Engineering a better world.
Tata Technologies would like to thank all applicants for their interest, each application will be reviewed against the set criteria for the role. We would like to advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days following the closing date it will mean that unfortunately your application has not been successful. We will however retain your details for any suitable future opportunities.