Manager - Diagnostics and Connected Vehicle Systems

Alexander Dennis; Larbert; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leader in sustainable transportation is seeking a Manager for Diagnostics and Connected Vehicle Systems. This role involves leading a team to design and maintain systems for next-generation electric vehicles, managing strategic roadmaps, and delivering innovative fleet management solutions. Candidates should have a relevant degree, proven leadership skills, and experience with communication protocols. The company offers a competitive salary and benefits, fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits

Qualifications

• Proven success managing software development teams.
• Experience in vehicle electrical systems and communication protocols.
• Confidence in planning and delivering multiple projects in a structured environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers.
• Design, develop, and maintain diagnostic and connected vehicle systems.
• Own the strategic roadmap for diagnostics and connectivity.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Software Development

Education

Degree in relevant discipline or equivalent experience

Tools

Telematics

Diagnostic Tools

V2X Connectivity

Job description

Job Title: Manager – Diagnostics and Connected Vehicle Systems

Location: Any UK Site

Our Vision & Why It Matters

At Alexander Dennis, our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility.

We design, deliver, and support market-leading buses and coaches that help reduce emissions, improve air quality, and keep communities connected. Every role contributes to that mission whether you’re engineering, driving sales, improving production, or supporting our customers.

What You’ll Do You’ll lead and mentor a team of engineers to design, develop, and maintain diagnostic and connected vehicle systems for our next-generation EV products. You’ll own the strategic roadmap for diagnostics and connectivity, manage telematics and data gateway systems, and deliver innovative solutions that enhance fleet management and customer experience.

What We’re Looking For You’ll have a degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent experience) and proven success managing software development teams. Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills are essential, along with experience in vehicle electrical systems, communication protocols (CAN, LIN, IP), and software quality processes. You’ll be confident in planning and delivering multiple projects in a structured engineering environment.

Bonus if you have:

• Experience with V2X connectivity, cyber security, ADAS integration
• Knowledge of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) and v-model processes
• Familiarity with telematics and diagnostic tools development

What We Offer

Because we know that to deliver on our vision, people have to feel supported and inspired:

Impact: Be part of something that’s changing cities, improving air quality, helping public transport evolve.

Development & Growth: Training programmes, mentorship, opportunities to take on new roles, broaden skills.

Culture & Belonging: An inclusive environment; your voice matters; we treat people fairly.

Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary, pension, wellbeing support, cycle to work scheme, enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.

Our Values – What Guides Us

These are more than words on a page, they shape how we work, what we stand for, and how we build trust with our customers, communities, and each other.

Safety: The health and wellbeing of our team members, and the safety of our products, are our top priority.

Quality: We strive for excellence in our products, services, and all that we do.

Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency and integrity, treating each other with respect in a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

Accountability: We take responsibility for our actions, seeking to build trust and earn a reputation for excellence and reliability.

Teamwork: We work with our team members, our supplier partners, and our customers to pursue mutual benefits.

Sustainability: We seek long term success for our business, our communities, and the environment through responsible sourcing, lean manufacturing, and sustainable operations.

How to Apply

If you see yourself growing with Alexander Dennis and contributing to our vision, we’d love to hear from you.

Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Internal applicants should inform their current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.

Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us call on [phone] or send an email to [e-mail]