Lead Battery Test Engineer

About the job

WHAT TO EXPECT

Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) are a critical part of JLR’s future strategy. Traction batteries with high energy density present a demanding set of Multiphysics engineering challenges. Thermal runaway of current lithium-ion cell technology and its propagation throughout packs presents the biggest safety challenge of electrification. The purpose of this role is to lead battery abuse and safety testing to support the design, development and delivery of the next generation traction battery systems.

Working in a state-of-the-art facility, you’ll provide the analytical power behind our vehicles working in our Powertrain Engineering team. You'll find the optimal balance of performance, sustainability and integrity whilst responding to the environmental issues that shape our industry.

This is an exciting opportunity to join what will be a growth area of engineering critical to our corporate future. The Powertrain Engineering function drives development of new technologies and features through to delivery of new electric vehicle programmes.

This role is based in the Battery Product and Technology Chapter at Gaydon as part of the overall powertrain electrified engineering group. Reporting to the High Voltage Battery Technical Specialist, the engineer would be responsible for:

• Design, develop and execute test plans for thermal runaway propagation testing and abuse of batteries and their components

• Analyse test data and results to ensure that battery components meet safety and design requirements

• Prepare detailed reports and analysis of test results

• Develop and implement procedures for testing materials to determine their thermal characteristics

• Drive the resolution of cross functional technical/manufacturing issues using a global 8D process

• Manage suppliers through concept design phase, procurement of prototypes & tooling and ensure components perform to requirements.

• Support next generation battery pack materials projects with research organisations

• Support the CAE team with building battery models

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Knowledge Skills & Experience

Essential:  

• Degree in relevant engineering discipline with a minimum 3-year relevant experience

• Hands-on experience in battery abuse testing

• Experience in systems engineering (electrical, mechanical and electrical)

• Familiarity with the different battery safety legislations/standards

• Knowledge of typical BEV battery system technologies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Resolution Techniques e.g., 8D and FMEA

• Strong people skills and the ability to work individually and in a cross functional team

• Experience in delivery and meeting deadlines.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

• The ability to make effective decisions in the best interest of the business and customer

• Flexible working and the ability to move between different sites.

Desired

• A masters or a doctorate degree in engineering or science

• Experience of 3DExperience, JIRA and Reliasoft

• Ability to use tools such as MATLAB and CATIA

• The ability to understand commodity timing plans (including design validation plans, programme plans and supplier timing plans)

• Experience of development of suppliers.

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.