Propulsion Systems Validation Engineer

Matchtech

Warwickshire

6 months ago

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Job summary

Multiple Contract Opportunities for experienced Propulsion Systems Validation Engineers . Experience of BEV/XHEV, the role involves ensuring the successful testing of propulsion systems on rigs and prototype vehicles.

Key skills required for this role

BEV, HEV, System Integration, PiL, Test & Validation

Important

System Integration, BEV, HEV, Test, Validation, MBSE

Job description

Inside IR35

Hybrid - 3 days pw at Gaydon

Key Responsibilities:

Planning and executing functional and non-functional tests on both PIL/VIL and in-vehicle settings

Developing and implementing test plans to meet customer requirements and performance targets
Collaborating with the rigs team to adapt test cases and improve DVP processes
Preparing system test specifications and developing functional tests to demonstrate compliance with customer requirements
Conducting data post-processing to confirm test pass/fail criteria and documenting the results in test reports
Triaging and resolving issues identified during the testing process
Supporting cross-functional technical reviews and integrating propulsion system data from various test teams
Providing system verification and validation to demonstrate attribute delivery
Contributing to the continuous improvement by documenting lessons learnt from each project/test
Providing technical support and assistance across the operational team

Job Requirements:

Experience in a Systems Engineering test and development environment, ideally within the automotive sector

Proficiency in model-based engineering (MBE) and requirements and test case management (RM)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Effective team player with strong interpersonal skills
Experience in system definition, system architecture development, requirements specification, systems integration, and system assessment
Full driving licence
Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred

Desirable Skills:

Experience applying Systems Engineering verification and resolving complex technical issues using structured approaches

Familiarity with Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML using IBM Rational Rhapsody
Experience using IBM Rational DOORS Share

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