Powertrain Validation Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company seeks a Powertrain Validation Engineer in Northampton to ensure the validation and execution of automotive engine programs. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, creating test plans, and performing quality control tests while focusing on innovative solutions within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary packages

Health & wellness initiatives

Access to extensive training resources

Pension and life assurance

Qualifications

• Strong background in engine engineering.
• Experience with test rig specification and setup.
• Knowledge in MHEV/BEV systems architecture.

Responsibilities

• Creating robust test plans for validating systems.
• Performing quality control tests and analyzing data.
• Diagnosing mechanical issues and proposing solutions.

Skills

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Technical background

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Calibration tools (INCA/Concerto/Puma/MDA)

Data acquisition systems

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Client:

Tata Consultancy Services

Location:

northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

If you need support in completing the application or if you require a different format of this document, please get in touch with at [emailprotected] or call TCS London Office number 02031552100 / [phone] with the subject line: “Application Support Request”.

Role: Powertrain Validation Engineer

Location: Gaydon

Job Type: Permanent

Careers at TCS: It means more

TCS is a purpose-led transformation company, built on belief. We do not just help businesses to transform through technology. We support them in making a meaningful difference to the people and communities they serve - our clients include some of the biggest brands in the UK and worldwide. For you, it means more to make an impact that matters, through challenging projects which demand ambitious innovation and thought leadership.

The Role

As a Powertrain Validation Engineer you will responsible for the overall validation and execution for automotive engine/ BEV programs, ensuring all aspects of validation are managed effectively. In this role you will work on creation of DVP and Test Cases and DVP assessment. As aPowertrain Validation Engineer you will be responsible for development, performance & functional verification to sign off.

Your responsibilities:

• Creating robust test plans (DVP) for validating systems and components.
• Performing routine quality control tests, test equipment, and analyzing data to understand variance.
• Testing various types of test rigs, including those for e-drive and ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) systems.
• Working effectively in a cross-functional team, collaborating with other departments and stakeholders.
• Ensuring robust process quality planning, and supporting virtual and physical builds.
• Potentially working with advanced diagnostic tools.
• Diagnosing mechanical issues, proposing solutions, and participating in issue resolution

Your Profile

Essential skills/knowledge/experience:

• Demonstrating a strong technical background, understanding of engine engineering, and experience with quality tools.
• Experience of test rig specification, set-up and test, including instrumentation.
• Problem solving skills using 8D.
• Knowledge on calibration tools like INCA/Concerto/Puma/MDA
• Understanding test processes and equipment.
• Familiarity with data acquisition systems, understanding automotive communication protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Bachelor’s /master's degree in mechanical engineering or automotive engineering.
• Propulsion and vehicle calibration and diagnostics.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills to effectively engage with stakeholders and present findings.
• Sound knowledge on MHEV/BEV systems architecture.
• Good in MHEV and BEV DVP test plans (DVP) creation for validating systems and components.

TCS is consistently voted a Top Employer in the UK and globally. Our competitive salary packages feature pension, health care, life assurance, laptop, phone, access to extensive training resources and discounts within the larger Tata network.

We offer health & wellness initiatives and sports events; we are the proud sponsor of the London Marathon.

Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing

Tata Consultancy Services UK&I is committed to meeting the accessibility needs of all individuals in accordance with the UK Equality Act 2010 and the UK Human Rights Act 1998.

We welcome and embrace diversity in race, nationality, ethnicity, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, age, physical ability, gender reassignment, sexual orientation. We are a disability inclusive employer and encourage disabled people to apply for this role.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer an interview to applicants with disabilities or long-term conditions who meet the minimum criteria for the role. Please email us at [emailprotected] if you would like to opt in.

If you are an applicant who needs any adjustments to the application process or interview, please contact us at [emailprotected] with the subject line: “Adjustment Request” or call TCS London Office 02031552100 / [phone] to request an adjustment. We welcome requests prior to you completing the application and at any stage of the recruitment process.

Next Steps:

Application Process

• Online application: You can apply directly through LinkedIn/ by uploading your CV. In case you wish to submit your application via another format like audio/video, please, contact - [emailprotected]
• Skill-Based discussion: This will be a level 1 interview with the project team, it can be via video or in-person. Details will be confirmed by your recruiter.
• Managerial discussion: This discussion will focus on behavioural aspects and person-organisation fit.
• HR Discussion: This will be with one of the members of the HR team and will cover your career journey, aspirations for growth, compensation and any other questions you may have.

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Due to the high volume of applications, we will be unable to contact each applicant individually on the status of their application. If you have not received a direct response within 30 days, then it should be deemed unsuccessful on this occasion.

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