Job Description

REQ ID: 112926
JOB TITLE: Test Automation Engineer (Mechanical)
SALARY: \xc2\xa335,000 - \xc2\xa346,000
POSTING END DATE: 18/08/23
LOCATION: Whitley

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

The advanced automation systems team is part of the powertrain build and test operations department within engineering operations. The team is responsible for supporting the development and operation of world-class test bed automation systems across JLR\'s powertrain test facilities. This entails developing, maintaining, and integrating the powertrain test automation toolchain, and preparing automated test routines to ensure a consistent, high-quality, and standardized approach across JLR\'s powertrain test facilities.

The current scope of the team includes automating testing across Engine (ICE), full 4x4 powertrain PiL & ViL, EDU and E-Machine rigs, Inverter rigs, and Chassis Dyno test cells, with a significant focus on supporting the implementation of new powertrain test rigs as JLR continues to migrate to an electrified future.

What you\'ll need

As the successful candidate in this fantastic opportunity, you will focus on developing and supporting the automated operation of state-of-the-art powertrain testbeds, enabling and optimizing the timely delivery of quality-assured test data to support of the development and design verification (DV) of JLR\'s future powertrain systems. Key activities will include test bed control system configuration, test requirement interpretation, automated test run authoring, and day-to-day automation system issue resolution and enhancements to maintain effective work.

Knowledge, skills & experience

Essential

• Knowledge of application of an automation system in a complex technical environment.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Technical expertise and experience of test facility operations and system under test preparation.
• Demonstrable problem-solving skills.
• Experience of data analysis and reporting.

Desirable

• Experience with AVL PUMA or similar (STARS, CADET, etc.)
• Knowledge of AVL CAMEO.
• Knowledge of CAN bus.
• Working knowledge of various vehicle sub-systems.
• General automotive knowledge, particularly in the powertrain domain.
• Demonstrable programming experience.
• Experience of formal problem-solving (e.g. FTA,8D).

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 Jaguar Land Rover 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 Jaguar Land Rover, 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. Jaguar Land Rover is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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