The Opportunity The HV-LV DC/DC Lead Engineer is responsible for the technical leadership, development and delivery of high-voltage to low-voltage DC/DC converter systems for Jaguar Land Rover electrified vehicle programmes. The role owns the system definition, requirements management, supplier development, integration and validation of DC/DC converter systems throughout the product development lifecycle. Working within a cross-functional engineering environment, the engineer will ensure delivery of robust, safe and competitive power conversion solutions that achieve programme targets for functionality, performance, cost, quality and timing. The role acts as the primary technical interface for DC/DC systems and provides technical direction across engineering teams and supplier organizations. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities System Ownership & Technical Leadership • Own the technical delivery of HV-LV DC/DC converter systems across vehicle programmes. • Define and maintain system requirements, performance targets and technical specifications. • Lead development of DC/DC converter system architectures. • Provide technical leadership for design, integration and validation activities. • Ensure alignment between DC/DC system design and wider vehicle electrical architecture. • Support technology roadmap activities relating to future power conversion solutions. Requirements & System Engineering • Capture, derive and manage system requirements through the complete development lifecycle. • Ensure requirements traceability and compliance with JLR engineering processes. • Develop functional, electrical and diagnostic requirements for DC/DC systems. • Define system operating modes, protection strategies and interface requirements. • Manage technical risks and develop appropriate mitigation plans. Supplier Management & Component Development • Lead technical engagement with suppliers from sourcing through to production launch. • Review and approve supplier technical proposals and design solutions. • Manage supplier technical performance against programme deliverables. • Lead design reviews and milestone assessments. • Ensure supplier designs meet quality, cost, functionality and timing targets. • Support sourcing decisions through technical evaluation activities. System Integration • Lead integration of DC/DC systems within vehicle electrical and HV battery architectures. • Coordinate interfaces with: ¡ Battery Systems Engineering ¡ Electrical Distribution Systems ¡ Charging Systems (PHEV/BEV) ¡ Body Electronics ¡ Vehicle Controls ¡ Functional Safety • Support vehicle commissioning and prototype build activities. • Drive resolution of integration issues throughout programme delivery. Validation & Verification • Own DVP generation and validation strategy for DC/DC systems. • Lead component, system and vehicle-level validation activities. • Review validation evidence and ensure compliance against requirements. • Ensure robustness under electrical, thermal, EMC and environmental conditions. • Support sign-off activities for gateway and production release milestones. Functional Safety & Compliance • Support development of Functional Safety concepts in accordance with ISO 26262. • Support safety requirement implementation within the DC/DC system. • Contribute to DFMEA, DRBFM and technical risk assessments. • Ensure compliance with JLR standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Key Interactions • Battery Systems Engineering • Power Electronics Engineering • Vehicle Electrical Engineering • Charging Systems Engineering (PHEV/BEV) • Functional Safety Team • Cybersecurity Team • Programme Management • Purchasing & STA • Manufacturing Engineering • Supplier Knowledge, Skills and Experience We’re keen to talk to people with the following skills and experience: • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Automotive Engineering or related discipline. • Significant experience in electrified powertrain, power electronics or vehicle electrical systems development. • Strong understanding of HV-LV DC/DC converter systems and power conversion principles. • Experience leading supplier-developed automotive components. • Knowledge of vehicle electrical architectures and low-voltage power distribution systems. • Experience in system requirements development and management. • Ability to interpret electrical schematics, system architectures and technical specifications. • Structured problem-solving capability and strong analytical skills. • Proven ability to lead technical discussions with suppliers and stakeholders. • Fluent English communication skills. The following skills and experience are a bonus: • Experience with battery electric vehicle (BEV) & Hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) architectures. • Knowledge of OBC, charging systems and HV battery integration. • Experience with CAN, LIN and automotive communication protocols. • Working knowledge of EMC requirements and validation activities. • Experience with TRM or equivalent requirements management tools. • Knowledge of ISO 26262 Functional Safety. • Experience within automotive OEM environments. Personal Profile Essential: • Demonstrates our Creators' Code behaviours of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth and Impact. • An individual who is results driven with the ability to deliver technical excellence in highly demanding environment. • Ability to look across the short, medium and long term to enable the development of credible and competitive future concepts and strategies. • Confident and able to deal with internal / external senior leadership and supplier partners as required. • A passion for continuous technical improvement. Ability to follow accurate and robust working practices.