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Expleo is a trusted partner for end-to-end, integrated engineering, quality services and management consulting for digital transformation. We help businesses harness unrelenting technological change to successfully deliver innovations that will help them gain a competitive advantage and improve the everyday lives of people around the globe.
This role is a new position, based in the Special Vehicle Operations Propulsion department. Together, the team looks after development of Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) systems. Your role in the team by focusing on the planning and supporting of tests of electric vehicle powertrains for the halo products within the customer product range.
The successful applicant will be connecting with engineers and facility planners, organising the preparation of vehicles and parts for testing and contribute to the collection of data in a wide range of environments such as on test rigs, public roads and proving grounds.
As a Systems Test & Validation Engineer, you will play a crucial role in designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems solutions that meet our clients' needs. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment of systems, while adhering to industry standards and best practices.
Duties include but not limited to -
* Reporting of design verification plan status
* On-time planning and execution of team test events/trips, facility/rig-based testing (including Hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) and Powertrain-in-the-Loop (PiL) testing
* Tracking and execution of design verification test cases
* Successful triaging of propulsion system issues discovered during testing.
* Effective, standardised data capture and storage across test cases and methods.
* Planning and organising of part and vehicle preparation activities and logistics, ensuring that testing happens on time and that the correct data is collected.
* To collate, manipulate and organise the data collected and share with engineers for review.
* Undertake any other work as assigned by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested
Qualifications:
* BEng or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline.
Essential Skills
* Strong organisational skillset, with relevant prior experience.
* Dependable and approachable, working closely with colleagues and suppliers, making sure that the plan is clear and understood
* Initial/first look at results and data and ability to triage and work through issues with the relevant engineers.
* Natural problem-solver with structured approach to problem solving in a technical environment.
* Ability to create planning documents, e.g. vehicle usage plans and project timing plans.
* Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements, Risk Assessment, COSHH and SDS
* Computer literate, including Microsoft Office ability to produce plans, presentations, graphs, and process documents.
* A full UK driving license with less than 6 penalty points, no disqualification, 2 years accident-free record
Desired Skills:
* Experience of working with prototype automotive high voltage systems.
* Six Sigma, Black Belt and Green Belt Training and certification.
* Experience with TS16949 or ISO9001 standards and requirements
* Experience and certification for conducting testing on proving grounds.
* Proficient in the use and application of a programming / scripting language (Microsoft VBA, Excel macros, Python or similar)
* Resilient and enthusiastic, an individual able to deliver results under pressure
Experience:
* An individual who is results driven with the ability to deliver technical excellence in highly demanding environment
* A passion for continuous technical improvement
* Ability to follow accurate and robust working practices
* An individual with the ability to prioritise their workload
* A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas
* An effective team player who supports team members
* An individual with passion for a customer first mindset, never afraid to experiment outside the confirm zones
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Collaborative working environment.
* Opportunities to expand skills and take part in inspiring projects.
* Access to Expleo Academy for accredited training courses.
* Competitive company benefits.
* Commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in recruitment.
* Support for employees with disabilities or long-term health conditions.
Equal Opportunities: We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.
