Job Description
Job Title: Principal_Engineer/Delivery Lead
Location: Surrey, UK- 2-3 days onsite- McLaren Technology Centre, Chertsey Road, Woking, Surrey GU21 4YH, United Kingdom
Job Type: Permanent/Fixed Term
Job Summary:
Job Role:
* Overall responsibility for delivery of Electrical Systems Engineering and Software Systems & Controls Engineering support for Series programme.
* Define and oversee electrical architecture and integration strategies for infotainment and telematics systems.
* Lead software systems and controls engineering activities, ensuring compliance with functional safety and cybersecurity standards.
* Coordinate cross-functional teams for hardware-software integration and validation.
* Manage task assignment, prioritisation, and progress tracking across engineering teams.
* Interface with programme management, VLM, and engineering leadership to align technical deliverables with project milestones.
* Ensure adherence to quality, timelines, and compliance standards including ISO 26262 and ASPICE.
* Drive innovation and continuous improvement in delivery processes and engineering practices.
* Oversight of CRs, QCRs, and reporting for programme governance.
* Required Skills:
* Expertise in automotive electrical systems architecture and software integration.
* Strong leadership and team management capabilities for multi-disciplinary teams.
* Proficiency in embedded software development, diagnostics, and controls engineering.
* Knowledge of automotive standards (ISO 26262, ASPICE) and compliance frameworks.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for global programme coordination.
* Experience with system validation, HIL testing, and vehicle-level integration.
* Ability to manage risk and implement mitigation strategies effectively.
* Preferred Qualifications:
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
* 10+ years of experience in automotive software and electrical systems engineering.
* Proven track record in delivering complex programmes and managing global teams.
* Experience in infotainment, telematics, and controls engineering domains is highly desirable.
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