Role description
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 Brakes Refinement Engineer.
THE ROLE:
To deliver world-class brake refinement performance through vehicle-level evaluation, root cause analysis, and technical problem-solving. The role combines hands-on vehicle testing with CAE-based analysis to address brake NVH phenomena such as squeal, judder, and creep groan, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with attribute targets.
AREA OF RESPONSABILITIES:
Vehicle Evaluation & Root Cause Analysis
* Conduct on-road and proving ground brake refinement evaluations across multiple European locations (Up to 3 weeks at a time) without the need for additional visas.
* Provide detailed technical feedback to support root cause identification of refinement issues.
* Collaborate with design, CAE, and test teams to develop and validate countermeasures.
Brake NVH & Refinement
* Investigate and resolve brake NVH issues including squeal, judder, and creep groan.
* Operate NVH-specific measurement tools (e.g., HEAD Acoustics, Polytec laser vibrometry, Link brake dynamometers and vehicle, LMS Test.Lab).
* Perform objective and subjective assessments to correlate customer perception with engineering data.
CAE & Simulation
* Conduct and support finite element analysis (FEA) for brake system components and assemblies using 3Dx, Altair, Abaqus.
* Support correlation of CAE predictions with physical test results.
* Apply simulation to optimise brake system design for refinement performance.
Data Acquisition & Processing
* Acquire and process test data using Artemis, Link, LMS Test.Lab.
* Analyse NVH and thermal performance data to identify trends and anomalies.
* Prepare technical reports and recommendations for design changes.
Problem Solving & Quality Tools
* Apply structured problem-solving methodologies (8D, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA) to resolve brake refinement issues.
* Document findings and corrective actions in line with quality management processes.
KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE
* Proven experience in automotive brake system refinement and NVH engineering.
* Hands-on experience with vehicle testing and instrumentation for brake NVH.
* Proficiency in NVH measurement systems (HEAD Acoustics, LMS, Polytec) and brake dynamometer testing.
* Strong CAE skills in FEA (3Dx, Altair, Abaqus) for brake system analysis.
* Competence in data acquisition and signal processing tools (Artemis, Link, LMS).
* Knowledge of brake system design, materials, and thermal behaviour.
* Experience in structured problem-solving (8D, RCA) and quality tools.
Desirable
* Experience in thermal performance analysis of brake systems.
* Familiarity with pedal feel and brake system performance tuning.
* Exposure to whole vehicle NVH development.
* Knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety principles (for mechatronic brake systems)
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.