Job Title: Lead System Engineer (Propulsion)
Location: Warwickshire
Employment type: Permanent/Outside IR35
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated engineer to support the development and delivery of next-generation Propulsion Systems (XHEV/BEV) for our client’s world-class vehicle portfolio. This role plays a key part in defining, integrating, and validating complex propulsion systems that combine both hardware and software elements. The successful candidate will contribute across the full development lifecycle from virtual design and simulation to physical testing and validation, ensuring seamless integration of advanced propulsion technologies within our electrified vehicle architecture.
Responsibilities:
• Define and cascade system-level requirements to sub-system/component teams, ensuring alignment with cost, quality, and attribute targets.
• Develop system logical and physical architectures, operating logic, and integration plans.
• Conduct system functional analysis to define expected performance and functionality.
• Evaluate and harmonise multiple system design concepts to ensure architectural integrity.
• Support the development and execution of system integration tests for verification and
validation.
• Lead cross-functional technical reviews, balancing stakeholder inputs to deliver
optimal customer outcomes.
• Provide hands-on technical support for hardware/software integration and issue
resolution.
• Collaborate with CAE and validation teams to develop and execute robust DVPs
(Design Verification Plans).
• Ensure all deviations are documented and managed at the vehicle programme level.
• Capture and share lessons learned to inform future projects.
Essential:
• Experience in automotive electrified powertrain systems engineering.
• Strong background in system definition, architecture, integration, and validation.
• Proficient in analysing customer requirements and translating them into system
specifications.
• Effective communicator with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven team player with excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Full UK driving licence.
Desirable:
• Experience applying systems engineering principles and structured problem-solving.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools such as JIRA.
• Degree in Systems, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic Engineering or equivalent
experience.
• Proficiency with diagnostic and data analysis tools (e.g., INCA, CANalyzer, Corvus,
MATLAB, Picoscope, MDA).