About this position:

We currently have an excellent opportunity for a Development Engineer to join an exciting consultancy. This company is a team of innovators, engineers and delivery experts who combine the skill sets to share F1 techniques and processes to businesses with wider industrial and commercial applications.

Job Responsibilities:

Hardware Testing and Validation:

• Carry out the development and execution of comprehensive hardware test programs at the full product or system level.
• Conduct hands-on testing of prototypes, including operating with instrumentation, data acquisition, and real-world scenario testing.
• Support required HW uplifts, SW flashing and diagnosis through CAN and Ethernet communication.
• Review and take ownership of test plans, understand test requirements against design requirements and provide feedback on test procedures to ensure proper test execution.

Field Testing and Issue Resolution:

• Work in the field with prototype vehicles, identifying and addressing hardware issues.
• Collaborate closely with the Design and Development team to ensure seamless testing and resolution of hardware-related challenges.
• Document and communicate issues and resolutions effectively to all relevant stakeholders.
• Lead planning for parts, people, logistics and facilities to execute testing including risk assessments.

Test Program Delivery:

• Ensure the successful delivery of planned test programs, meeting project timelines and objectives.
• Continuously optimise and refine test procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Collaborate with wider Design and Development team through providing feedback on design improvements based on field testing experiences.
• Communicate regularly with project managers and other team members to provide updates on testing progress and challenges.
• Foster a collaborative and proactive approach to issue resolution.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of all testing activities, including test plans, procedures, and results.
• Generate comprehensive reports on hardware performance and contribute to post-test analysis.
• Provide clear and concise documentation for issue tracking and resolution.

Experience Required:

• 3+ years of experience.
• Good problem-solving and hands-on abilities.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and resources at the same time.
• Self-starter with high levels of motivation and strong desire to continue learning.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills coupled with a strong work ethic.
• Understanding of vehicle systems and system interactions.
• Understanding of the vehicle testing process.
• Knowledge of automotive testing instrumentation and tools.
• Strong data analysis and reporting experience.
• Experience setting up vehicles for specific test requirements.