Validation Engineer

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REQ ID: 106049JOB TITLE: Validation EngineerSALARY: 41,000 51300POSTING END DATE: 21/11/2022LOCATION: GaydonWe’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.The OpportunityThe main purpose of this role is to be the Engineer responsible for validating integrated sub systems elements of the Vision and Lighting Systems, which may be physical components, a set of related components or software into vehicle programmes. Responsibilities in include ensuring the validation is properly planned, the rig configured for the correct activity and that the delivered system is fully verified for inclusion on a vehicle program meeting the programme requirements for quality, cost and time.Key Performance Indicators

• Test plan for Level 4 Rig Asset
• Validation status for each project
• Long term upgrade plan for test asset
• Development plan for automated test suite evolution

Key Accountabilities And Responsibilities

• Support the planning, co-ordination, delivery and reporting of Vision & Lighting System validation activities to support the Cycle Plan programmes and Cycle Plan studies, using Product Creation Delivery System (PCDS) principles in conjunction with other company processes as required
• Contribute to the negotiation and agreement of test strategies for the modules and subsystems and ensure all relevant programme deliverables are tracked, monitored, delivered and reported accurately and on time at each gateway and organise and lead appropriate interim review events
• Support colleagues in conflict and issue resolution within the Centre of Competence and across functions
• Lead issue investigation on defects found during validation
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

Key Interactions

• Body Engineering Exterior Lighting Department
• VITAL test facility team
• Headlamp & Tail Lamp Suppliers
• Electrical Controls Team
• Body Systems Software Team

Knowledge, Skills And ExperienceEssential:

• Proven technical knowledge of Automotive Lighting and Vision Systems
• Experience of developing technical requirements specifications and associated test plans
• Experience of planning, co-ordination, delivery and reporting of requirements to support the Cycle Plan programmes using Product Creation Delivery System (PCDS) principles
• Experience of delivering technical products through a team, utilising strong people management skills
• Experience of delivering projects in an automotive or manufacturing environment
• Proven ability to manage senior stakeholders and communicate at all levels
• Degree or relevant equivalent experience preferred
• Experience of working with automotive electronics and electrical architectures
• Experience of working with electrical test and validation tools

Desirable:

• Experience of the automotive or manufacturing industry
• Experience of building and managing multiple internal and external relationships in complex stakeholder environments

Personal ProfileEssential:

• Demonstrates our Creators’ Code behaviours of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth and Impact.

Continually working hard to deliver a modern luxury experience to earn and keep our customers’ trust and loyalty.Embracing differences, being empathetic, welcoming challenges together empowering each other to deliver.Building trust by speaking openly and honestly, listening attentively, and treating others respectfully.Taking initiative and using failure as an opportunity to learn. We develop by giving + seeking honest feedback.Making a difference through our results. We innovate and never lose sight of what we want to achieve.

• An individual, who works independently, is results driven, demonstrating tenacity, drive and perseverance with the ability to deliver operational plans in a complex, highly demanding environment.
• A passion for continuous technical improvement
• An individual with the capability to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with medium term planning
• A resilient and enthusiastic who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs
• A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas
• A effective team player, actively develops and supports team members

Desirable:

• An individual with the ability to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style

#LISO 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.