The Opportunity By applying, you could be creating the next generation of the energy platform system to be used in our Jaguar and Land Rover vehicles. The Energy Platform Validation Lead Engineer is a key member of the Validation team of the energy platform and is responsible for the delivery of the whole system of energy platform unit programme delivery. The energy platform team is responsible for the delivery of all the hardware and software of the traction battery system of the Electric vehicles (HEV’s and BEV’s). Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities · Be responsible for the delivery of the whole Energy platform validation tests for the global market including energy platform integration test, HV battery validation test, DCDC/BDU validation test. · Be responsible for plan all the validation work in the right level, right phase and right time. · Ensuring test resources are aligned with the validation requirement and escalate when needed. · Be responsible to summary and report the states of all the level of the validation tests and highlight the risks. · Review with the other and ensure the validation test activity is delivered on time, and to the required data quality and delivery standards. · Ensure tests executed to correct procedures & operating conditions, accurately and produce high quality data. · Establish, maintain and communicate accurate test plans, that clearly identify the timing and specific requirements of test facilities required. · Compile accurate technical reports for DV tests as evidence for component and system sign-off and communicate clearly to all stakeholders. · Ensure DV tests are conducted safely and in accordance with JLR H&S policies. · Support relevant technical reviews and lead/support issue resolution through established processes and standard JLR tools (AIMS/8D). · Interface with customers of the department effectively. Lead interaction with customers and suppliers, resolving any conflicts and escalating issues for resolution as necessary. Key Interactions · TGL (technical group leader) · Battery validation engineer · BCCM validation engineer · Battery and BCCM product Owner · Battery and BCCM Scrum master · Test Supplier · Technical Specialists (TS) · Validation Methods & Reliability Technical Discipline · Senior Leadership Team Knowledge, Skills and Experience Essential: · Experience of traction batter/OBC/DCDC validation test delivery including but not limited to, vibration, shock, corrosion, immersion, spray, thermal cycle/shock, high temperature endurance, humidity endurance, HV/LV test, EMC test and etc… · Can use related SW (CANOE, INCA, and etc…) to flash SW, log data and control system rig. · Understanding of design principles and the application of quality tools within a product engineering environment. · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. · Educated to degree level or equivalent in relevant engineering discipline and automotive test experience at least 3 years. · Able to prioritise workload and lead issue resolution either individually or as part of a cross-functional team. · Highly self-motivated and able to act on initiative. · Experience and proficiency in data processing and control system software · Flexibility to work between JLR sites and external test facilities Desirable: · Understanding of traction battery/OBC/DCDC design architecture in an automotive engineering environment. · Previous experience of issue resolution within a project team environment. · Experience with DSPACE/VT system or equivalent test environment · Use of software programming to assist efficient data processing (Excel VBA, Matlab, Xray). Personal Profile (high performance) · Natural technical curiosity & desire for depth of understanding. · Dependable to deliver on time and a high standard. · An energetic team player, who exudes positivity and a ‘can do’ attitude. · A dynamic and determined individual, highly driven, committed and confident. · Able to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with strategic vision. · Willingness to share knowledge and motivation to teach & develop others. · Agility/flexibility. · Confidence to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through ownership and leading by example. · Resilient and enthusiastic, an individual able to deliver results under pressure, whilst responding constructively to challenging new ideas and inputs.