Electrical and Electronic Engineer

AVL Software and Functions GmbH; Coventry; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mobility technology company in Coventry is seeking an Electrical and Electronic Engineer to join their DDI Department. This role involves contributing to the design and development of electrical powertrain components and supporting the customer team in solving complex problems. The ideal candidate will have a solid academic background in Electrical/Electronic Engineering and strong communication skills. Join a dynamic team to innovate in modern passenger car powertrain systems, with the chance to travel and grow professionally.

Benefits

EV Lease Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)

Flexi-time

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

25 days holiday per year

Pension scheme

Life Assurance and Income Protection Insurance

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in powertrain systems and components requirements.
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Self-driven and adaptable in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to electrical component design activities.
• Support system and component level requirements engineering.
• Analyze test data and prepare technical reports.

Skills

Electrical/Electronic Engineering

CAD proficiency

Effective communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Strong academic background in Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Masters or PhD in a specific subject area

Tools

CAD tools (Catia, NX or equivalent)

Job description

Electrical and Electronic Engineer

AVL Powertrain UK Ltd has an exciting opportunity for a passionate and enthusiastic Junior Engineer/Graduate Engineer to join our thriving DDI Department (Design, Development and Industrialization) based in our Coventry office. This is an opportunity to play a crucial part in the development of modern passenger car powertrain systems.

The Component Engineer will be responsible for (or support the team on) the design, development, sign‑off and release of electrical powertrain components. The engineers will support the customer team to identify, analyse and resolve complex problems and requirements in the field of electrical components of Battery, EDU or Fuel Cell systems.

The engineer delivering this role will be suitably qualified in design principles, system engineering, HV/LV architecture design and have good command of engineering applied to the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to electrical component design activities; proficiency in at least one CAD package is advantageous.
• Apply an understanding of the automotive development process across concept, design, verification and industrialisation stages.
• Support system‑level and component‑level requirements engineering.
• Interpret 1D/3D analysis data and assess impacts on component design.
• Assist in the development of DFMEA, DVPs and component test plans.
• Analyse test data and provide design‑impact assessments.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate findings verbally and in writing.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and interface with clients, suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support the creation, review and sign‑off of component specifications.
• Represent and promote AVL competences and services within customer environments.
• Travel within the UK and internationally may be required.

Profile

Essential

• Strong academic background in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to manage workload, prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to work in a collaborative team setting.
• Self‑driven, curious and comfortable operating in dynamic engineering environments.
• Understanding of vehicle/powertrain system and component requirements (e‑machines, hybrid systems, battery systems, etc.).
• Awareness of FMEA, DVP&R, 8D techniques.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Driving licence.
• Willingness to travel.
• Open‑minded, flexible ‘can do’ attitude.

Preferable

• Specific experience on battery, fuel cell or EDU design & development.
• Masters or PhD in a specific subject area.
• Member of a relevant professional institute (e.g. IET, IMechE).
• Knowledge/experience in CAD tools such as Catia, NX or equivalent.

We Offer

• EV Lease Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Flexi‑time (applies to most roles)
• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year (increases by 1 day annually up to the max of 28 days)
• Special occasion leave (eligibility after probation, subject to conditions)
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance and Income Protection Insurance
• One paid professional membership annually

Please be aware that this role is available to candidates who do not require UK sponsorship.

If an offer of employment is made, applicants are required to undergo a DBS check. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and the company reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that the applicant has unspent criminal convictions.

Job posted on: 02/12/2025

Closing date: 10/12/2025

Location: Coventry, GB

Company: AVL Powertrain UK Ltd

Job Function: Powertrain Engineering

SBU: PTE

Contract Type: Permanent

Job ID: 38769

About AVL

AVL is one of the world’s leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and beyond. We provide concepts, solutions and methodologies in fields like vehicle development and integration, e‑mobility, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), and software for a greener, safer, better world of mobility.