Role Overview
This role sits within a Battery Electric Vehicle engineering environment and focuses on supporting the testing and development of prototype vehicle fleets. The position plays a key part in ensuring smooth operation of test vehicles by identifying, analysing, and supporting resolution of issues related to powertrain and charging systems. The role involves first‑line technical investigation of issues raised from vehicle testing activities, ensuring high‑quality data capture, clear problem definition, and effective collaboration with engineering teams to support timely resolution. A strong emphasis is placed on learning capture and continuous improvement across the test fleet and development programmes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead initial triage and technical analysis of issues identified on prototype battery electric vehicles.
* Capture and document high‑quality test data with clear and structured problem descriptions.
* Support diagnosis and resolution of powertrain and charging system issues to maintain fleet operation.
* Coordinate and engage with relevant engineering teams to support issue investigation and resolution.
* Assist in identifying appropriate corrective actions and engineering improvements.
* Support validation activities, including software and system updates on test vehicles.
* Collaborate with test and engineering teams to replicate and investigate issues on vehicles or test rigs.
* Ensure lessons learned are captured and shared across relevant teams to improve future development quality.
Key Stakeholder Relationships
* Battery Electric Vehicle Powertrain Engineering Team
* Powerpack / Propulsion Test Engineering Team
* Propulsion Software Development Team
* Test Operations Teams
* Vehicle Engineering / Integration Teams
Essential Skills & Experience
* Strong interest in diagnosing and resolving vehicle‑level technical issues.
* Understanding of electric vehicle propulsion system architecture and functionality.
* Experience working with high‑voltage vehicle systems or components in a testing environment.
* Ability to analyse engineering data and produce clear technical reports using appropriate tools.
* Structured problem‑solving approach within a technical or engineering environment.
* Ability to interpret and work with engineering documentation effectively.
* Strong curiosity and willingness to challenge and improve existing engineering approaches.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Degree in Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
* Ability to travel between engineering and test locations as required.
Desirable Skills
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple engineering teams.
* Experience working in complex, fast‑paced development or prototype environments.
Personal Attributes
* Customer and quality focused, with a strong drive to resolve technical issues.
* Collaborative team player who supports and develops others.
* Clear and calm thinker when working under pressure.
* Proactive, resilient, and motivated to learn and improve.
* Comfortable working independently while contributing to wider team goals.
* Able to balance short‑term issue resolution with longer‑term engineering improvements.
* Takes initiative and uses feedback and challenges as opportunities for growth.
* Committed to delivering high standards and improving engineering outcomes.
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