Job Description

REQ ID: 117937
JOB TITLE: Lead Control and Diagnostics Engineer
SALARY: \xc2\xa344,000 - \xc2\xa354,000
POSTING END DATE: 20/09/2023
LOCATION: Gaydon

We\'re re-examining our vehicles and what a vehicle means in the emerging world of automation, connectedness, electrification and the shared economy. New ideas, new technology, and new approaches to mobility are our business. Join a team of next generation thinkers.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Responsible for the development and delivery of Suspension Control functionality and diagnostics strategy, the Lead Controls and Diagnostics Engineer will lead & co-ordinate all activities required to develop, deliver, calibrate, test and sign off active and adaptive suspension control systems and associated diagnostic strategies.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Leading and actively supporting the controls model development, delivery and tuning activities within the Suspension Controls squad.
• Working closely with the Technical Leads/Technical Specialists and Product Owner within an Agile framework to define priorities and delegate work packages for the Suspension Control Engineers.
• Leading the definition and delivery of application diagnostic strategies and dedicated fault monitors together with the specification of associated requirements for Suspension Control Systems to meet program requirements, improve system performance, improve quality, and to align with changes being made to interfacing systems.
• Ensure that Systems Engineering process deliverables are created and maintained (e.g. Requirements Decks, Architecture Diagrams, Failure Mode Analysis)
• Create and maintain system documentation (e.g. System Information Guides, End of Line Process Specifications)
• Support internal customers with documentation and technical assistance as required to successfully build, calibrate and test vehicles equipped with suspension control applications.

WHAT YOU NEED

Essential:

• Experience of model-based control function development with MATLAB/Simulink.
• Prior experience of leading model-based software delivery for safety critical systems in accordance with a quality management process and relevant industry standards (e.g., ISO26262, ASPICE)
• A strong understanding of chassis actuation and control systems, and their influence on vehicle attribute behaviour.
• Knowledge of vehicle networks, ECUs, fault monitoring strategies, diagnostic routines and electronics.
• Experience with following software applications; Vector CANape & Canalyzer, MatLab & Simulink.

Desirable:

• Experience with interactions with suppliers for functional design and delivery
• Knowledge of Vehicle Dynamics theory.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
• Experience executing driven vehicle test procedures.
• Experience of installing and using vehicle instrumentation and data logging equipment.
• Experience with following software applications; IBM DOORS, IBM RTC, Dassault Syst\xc3\xa8mes TRM, JIRA, Atlassian Confluence, IPG CarMaker, dSpace ControlDesk.

SO WHY US?

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you\'ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage.

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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