Powertrain Test Engineer

ALTEN; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle & Tech Scheme

Employee assistance programme

Life insurance & Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Job summary

ALTEN is seeking a Powertrain Compliance & Test Engineer to join our Coventry team on an on-site/hybrid basis. You will analyse regulatory requirements and evaluate powertrain test data to ensure certification standards are met.

Responsibilities include supporting test interpretation, problem resolution, and delivering compliant, high-performing powertrain systems. The ideal candidate has 3–6 years of experience in powertrain testing, development, or compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in powertrain testing, development or compliance.
• Familiarity with engineering standards and certification processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and test data.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and interpret technical and regulatory requirements for powertrain systems.
• Review physical test data to support certification and development.
• Support powertrain testing programs and ensure alignment with standards.
• Investigate issues and drive problem definition and resolution.

Skills

Powertrain engineering

Test data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree

Military experience equivalent

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Concerto

Job description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

As a Powertrain Compliance & Test Engineer, you will join our Gaydon team to support our activities within the automotive engineering sector

You will play a key role in analysing regulatory requirements and evaluating powertrain test data to ensure compliance with certification standards. Working within a development environment, you will support test interpretation, problem resolution, and contribute to delivering compliant and high-performing powertrain systems

• Location: Coventry
• On Site: Hybrid
• Clearance: Clearable
• Experience Level: Mid to Senior (3-6 years)

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyse and interpret technical and regulatory requirements related to powertrain systems
• Review and assess physical test data to support certification and development activities
• Support powertrain testing programmes and ensure alignment with compliance standards
• Investigate issues and drive structured problem definition and resolution activities

Required Skills:

• Strong engineering and/or product legislation background
• Experience analysing and interpreting technical requirements
• Proven experience analysing physical test data
• Experience as a Test or Development Engineer within powertrain environments
• Knowledge of powertrain products, test facilities, and procedures
• Strong organisational and stakeholder engagement skills
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Customer-focused approach

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, orequivalentmilitary experience.
• Experience working within powertrain testing, development, or compliance environments
• Familiarity with engineering standards and certification processes

Desirable Skills:

• Experience analysing regulatory requirements, particularly emissions-related
• Understanding of powertrain homologation and compliance processes
• Experience with powertrain test data and measurement challenges
• Proficiency with data analysis tools (e.g. Python, MATLAB, Concerto)
• Knowledge of FMEA, Six Sigma, or structured problem-solving methodologies
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and drive change

Why join us?

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get:

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private MedicalInsurance
• Cycle& Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings &team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.