Lead Test Engineer-Vehicle Charging

REQ ID: 132926 JOB TITLE: Lead Test Engineer-Vehicle Charging LOCATION: HU - Budapest

Reimagine the future of modern luxury at JLR Hungary. Here you'll find roles from technical to supply chain. You'll collaborate with global teams across multiple sites and work with cutting-edge innovations to deliver extraordinary experiences. Your work will directly shape the next generation of our iconic brands. Come, create an exceptional future.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Identify compatibility issues between our cars and charging stations, using data visualisation tools (i.e. Tableau, JIRA, XRay);

• After identifying the number one compatibility issue, start and be a key part of the problem-solving process with the support of the Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Test Engineer(s);

• Following the successful issue resolution, contribute to the team’s FMA tracker (Failure Mode Avoidance) is up to date and contains at least one test case to prevent recurrence (the team will run the generated test case(s) on its charging station emulator for all future vehicles);

• Build knowledge around Charging Stations OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) and how they are developing their products;

• Work towards improving our future electric vehicles at a software and electronics level.

• Support preparation of test facility and/or test parts to enable effective and timely data delivery.

• Offer technical advice and guidance on collection and measurement of data. To collate, manipulate and interpret data which will be used to inform engineering resolutions.

• Execute commissioning and acceptance testing of measurement equipment.

• Carry out data quality and performance reporting for measurement equipment and capability.

• To conduct studies regarding fault rectification to ensure minimum down-time.

• To support continuous improvement activity with the goal of improving test efficiency and/or product quality.

• To support all activities that result in a positive outcome from any audit, e.g. TS16949, OHSAS18001, ISO 14001.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Essential:

• Flexibility for frequent travel to different sites (Europe-, 40%-50% travel per year to be expected)

• A driving license with less than 6 penalty points, no disqualification, 2 years accident-free record

• Good communication and negotiation skills

• Strong organisational and planning skills

• Eagerness to learn about Electric Vehicle Charging

• Studying data and reporting of test data

• Natural problem-solver with structured approach to problem solving in a technical environment

• The ability to validate, prepare and read documentation

• Knowledge of Health and Safety processes

• Computer literate, including Microsoft Office competency to produce plans, presentations, graphs, process and Single Point Lesson (SPL) documents

Desirable (but not essential):

• Educated to Degree level in a Systems, Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic or related field or equivalent

• Demonstrable software integration knowledge

• Vehicle charging Systems and applications experience.

• Demonstrable electronic hardware design & test knowledge

• Awareness of existing charging Standards (e.g. CCS / COMBO, DIN 70121 and ISO15118)

• Six Sigma, Black Belt and Green Belt Training and certification

• Experience with IATF16949 or ISO9001 standards and requirements

• Experience and certification for conducting testing on proving grounds

• Knowledge of instrument calibration processes

• Proficient in the use and application of a programming / scripting language (C/C++, python, Java, or similar)

THE BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect the following benefits:

• Join us for the next level of your career and help develop solutions that shape the future of cars

• Be part of an international, inclusive, and open-minded team where you have actual influence on the processes

• See the product you’re working on come to life** from testing** all the way to production

• Work flexibly with high percentage of home office or from our award-winning office

• Competitive salary and performance related** bonus** scheme

• Health and life insurance and cafeteria package

• Various company programs such as charity events or our regular board game club

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work.

Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role– but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply.

We believe in people’s ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.