System Engineer

Job Title: Propulsion Systems Validation Engineer

Contract Type:12+ months (inside IR35)

Location: Gaydon

Department: Engineering, Research & Development (ER&D)

Function: Systems Engineering

Role Summary

We are seeking x4Propulsion Systems Validation Engineer to join the Propulsion System Integration team, supporting battery electric and hybrid vehicle programmes. In this hands-on role, you will lead test planning, execution, and analysis to support design release and technology development across rig and vehicle testing environments.

You'll play a key role in test definition, rig coordination, post-test data analysis, and issue resolution-ensuring the successful validation of complex propulsion systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute system functional and non-functional test plans for PIL, VIL, and in-vehicle environments
• Conduct test and development activities aligned to system performance and customer requirements
• Specify and coordinate rig modifications with test facilities teams
• Define and maintain DVPs and associated DVMS
• Integrate propulsion system test requirements with cross-functional teams and programmes
• Author and maintain system-level test specifications and functional validation documents
• Lead system integration tests and design verification activities
• Analyse test data to confirm pass/fail status and produce timely reports
• Ensure test issues are captured, assigned, and actioned within agreed timelines
• Support prototype builds, rig commissioning, and troubleshooting of hardware/software issues
• Drive continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and refining validation processes
• Support engineering sign-off with traceable, high-quality evidence
• Collaborate with engineering, CAE, and supplier teams to align validation strategies
• Manage and maintain test documentation in alignment with programme milestones

Required Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Proven experience in systems engineering, testing, and development-preferably in automotive propulsion
• Strong knowledge of model-based engineering (MBE) and requirements/test case management (RM)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Proficient in developing test strategies and validation procedures
• Effective communicator and team collaborator
• Familiar with system definition, requirements, architecture, integration, and verification

Desirable:

• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including SysML and IBM Rational Rhapsody
• Experience using IBM Rational DOORS
• Structured problem-solving methodology for technical issue resolution