Job summary

Test and Development of EV powertrains, including E-machines, drivetrains, and hybrid components, to optimise performance, efficiency, and drivability in cutting-edge automotive projects.

Key skills required for this role

Electric Vehicle Powertrain Development and Test

Important

Electric Vehicle Powertrain Development and Test

Job description

🔋 EV Powertrain Development & Test Engineer 🚗⚡

📍 Location: West Midlands, UK
💼 Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
💰 Salary: Competitive, based on experience
❌ No visa sponsorship available for this role

Are you passionate about EV powertrains and cutting-edge automotive technology? We're looking for an EV Powertrain Development & Test Engineer to take the lead in testing and developing next-generation electric and hybrid powertrains. If you're ready to make an impact in the world of automotive innovation, keep reading!

🔍 What You'll Be Doing:

• Leading test and development projects for EV powertrains, including E-machines, E-drive units, batteries, and hybrid engines.
• Designing and managing test programmes for powertrain rigs, dynos, and in-vehicle assessments.
• Analysing data to optimise performance, efficiency, and drivability.
• Developing and setting up test facilities tailored to powertrain testing.
• Collaborating with design, CAE, calibration teams, and key suppliers to establish and refine powertrain targets.
• Creating high-quality reports and presenting findings to various stakeholders.
• Supporting powertrain build activities and training other team members.

🎓 What We're Looking For:

• A degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (higher qualifications are a plus!).
• Proven experience in development and testing of E-machines within an automotive environment.
• Experience in automotive electrified powertrain development - including E-machines, drivelines, and hybrid engines.
• Knowledge of vehicle attribute engineering and target setting.
• Expertise in instrumentation, sensors, data acquisition equipment, and powertrain test cells.
• Hands-on experience with automotive calibration & data acquisition tools (ETAS INCA/MDA preferred).
• Strong project management skills - planning, executing, and reporting results.
• Clear and confident communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to work across cultures and collaborate with global teams.

⭐ Why Join Us?

Work on cutting-edge EV powertrain technology that's shaping the future of mobility.
Join a forward-thinking team with opportunities for growth and development.
Be part of an innovative and collaborative work environment.

💡 Ready to power up your career? Apply today and be part of the future of automotive technology!