Lead EDS Design & Integration Engineer

DRVN Automotive Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays: 33 days incl. Bank Holidays

Salary Sacrifice Pension

Employee Referral Scheme

Location – Coventry

Job summary

DRVN Automotive Group is seeking a Lead EDS Design & Integration Engineer to elevate automotive electrical architecture across platforms in Coventry. You’ll drive vehicle-level topology, schematics, connector selection, and terminal sizing to DRVN standards, while enabling efficient CAD EE support and 3D packaging optimization.

The role requires leading the EE design lifecycle from requirements through production, collaborating with powertrain, body, chassis and software teams to ensure robust

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the EDS development life cycle from system requirements to production.
• Experience with whole vehicle electrical systems testing, commissioning and homologation.
• Strong understanding of system architecture, design, and integration methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage vehicle-level topology, electrical schematics, connectors and terminal sizing.
• Develop low-voltage wiring harnesses and 2D schematics; support 3D packaging optimization.
• Lead EE design validation, reviews and DFMEA/FDV activities.
• Collaborate with powertrain, body, chassis and software teams for seamless integration.

Skills

Electrical systems

EMC testing

System integration

Leadership

Packaging & layout

CANape/CANoe

MATLAB

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Arcadia

Zuken

VeSys

Job description

We are recruiting for a Lead EDS Design & Integration Engineer to join an exceptional automotive Electrical Engineering team to work on the most exciting programmes announced to date.

Overview of the Role

• Holidays: 33 days includes Bank Holidays
• Salary Sacrifice Pension
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Location – Coventry

Company Overview

The DRVN Automotive Group is a sector-leading automotive group, specialising in the design, manufacture, and distribution of luxury automotive brands. Recognised globally for our commitment to innovation, quality, and engineering, we are proudly centred around delivering a world-class customer experience.

Our recent launch of Evoluto, along with the reimagination of some of Ford Motor Company’s most historically significant icons – including the RS200 and MK1 Escort – places DRVN at the forefront of modern automotive excellence. These projects provide our engineers with an exceptional platform to showcase their skills across various disciplines and be part of some of the most exciting modernisation programmes the industry has ever seen.

Responsibilities

• Manage vehicle-level topology, electrical schematics, connector selection, and terminal sizing according to DRVN Engineering standards
• Develop low-voltage wiring harnesses, 2D schematics, and supporting the CAD EE Team in optimizing 3D packaging paths
• Own the electrical system design requirements, functions and performance and to ensure they are tested and validated throughout the development life cycle of the vehicle
• Collaborate with powertrain, body, chassis, and software teams to ensure seamless electrical integration across all systems
• Support system review, verification & validation activities including FMEAs, FuSa, test planning and functionality reviews throughout the development lifecycle
• Lead in the planning and overseeing the building of lab cars, HiL and test rigs required to carry out the development, testing and validation of electrical systems
• Support in the develop test and validation procedures and specifications
• Be the EE representative in meetings with customers, suppliers, managers and other section leaders and engineers
• Any DFMEAs, DVPs and Quality Concern Resolution are implemented and met
• Participate in resolving any design/manufacturing issues when identified
• Company Policies: Manage and follow the quality, health, safety, and all policies of the company
• Work closely with Manufacturing to agree feasible manufacturing solutions and to control the engineering change process
• Manage documentation as part of change management process for existing systems
• Complete design verification and function sign off in line with project deadlines
• Degree in Engineering or equivalent proven experience
• Proven experience the whole EDS development life cycle from system requirements through to production
• Experience in whole vehicle electrical systems testing, commissioning and homologation
• Strong understanding of system architecture, design, and integration methodologies
• Strong computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office
• Experience in electrical design tools such as Arcadia, Zuken or VeSys
• Working knowledge of Vector toolset – CANape, CANoe & CANalyzer
• Self-motivated, with the ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects
• Hands-on, team-oriented individual possessing strong leadership, problem-solving and analytical skills who is willing to take on a multitude of tasks
• Understanding importance of managing engineering change requests and claim management
• Excels in organisational skills and time management
• A drive to learn and improve at every opportunity with willingness to support others
• Positive attitude towards mastering challenges and changes
• Must have IDLR/Full Rights to Work in UK - Sponsorship or Work Permits will not be accepted/ provided.
• Exposure in vehicle level EMC testing & EMI fault diagnosis
• Working knowledge of GPDS, DVP, FMEA and APQP
• Exposure to concerns tools such as JIRA
• Have used development life cycle tools such as JAMA, Enterprise Architect or similar
• Have some basic hands on experience in using software tools such as MATLAB and Simulin

Right to Work

Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Right-to-work checks will be carried out in accordance with Home Office requirements.

Equality & Inclusion Statement

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.