Brake Refinement Engineer

Q1 Technologies, Inc.; Gaydon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech consultancy in the UK is looking for a Trainee SAP SuccessFactors Consultant specializing in brake system engineering. The role involves hands-on experience with NVH measurement systems and requires a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering. Candidates must possess a full UK driving license and eligibility for travel across Europe. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and knowledge of functional safety principles. This exciting opportunity offers a full-time position in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in automotive brake system refinement and NVH engineering.
• Hands-on experience with vehicle testing and instrumentation for brake NVH.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety principles for mechatronic brake systems.

Skills

NVH engineering

Data acquisition and signal processing

Brake system design

Problem-solving

Thermal performance analysis

FEA (3Dx, Altair, Abaqus)

Experience in structured problem-solving

Experience in thermal performance analysis of brake systems

Familiarity with pedal feel and brake system performance tuning

Knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety principles

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline

Tools

HEAD Acoustics

LMS

Polytec

Artemis

Link

Job description

Trainee SAP SuccessFactors Consultant | Employee Central & Recruiting | HR Tech | Open to Germany (Visa Sponsorship)

Key Skills

• Proven experience in automotive brake system refinement and NVH engineering.
• Hands‑on experience with vehicle testing and instrumentation for brake NVH.
• Proficiency in NVH measurement systems (HEAD Acoustics, LMS, Polytec) and brake dynamometer testing.
• Strong CAE skills in FEA (3Dx, Altair, Abaqus) for brake system analysis.
• Competence in data acquisition and signal processing tools (Artemis, Link, LMS).
• Knowledge of brake system design, materials, and thermal behaviour.
• Experience in structured problem‑solving (8D, RCA) and quality tools.
• Experience in thermal performance analysis of brake systems.
• Familiarity with pedal feel and brake system performance tuning.
• Exposure to whole vehicle NVH development.
• Knowledge of ISO 26262 functional safety principles for mechatronic brake systems.

Competences/Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Full UK driving licence.
• Industry Standard Advanced Driver Training.
• Eligibility to travel freely across Europe without additional visa requirements.

Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Industries: IT Services, IT Consulting, Motor Vehicle Manufacturing