R&D Engineer (e-motors & hydraulics)

JR United Kingdom; Wotton-under-Edge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electric vehicle development seeks an R&D Engineer (e-motors & hydraulics) to create groundbreaking technologies. The successful candidate will design cutting-edge systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams, driving innovation in electric performance vehicles. Ideal for those passionate about R&D in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of hands-on R&D experience in electric vehicles or similar domains.
• Strong background in data acquisition and analysis tools.
• Solid understanding of systems like batteries and motor controllers.

Responsibilities

• Design, prototype, and evaluate mechanical and electrical systems for high-performance vehicles.
• Lead technical investigations and analyze component performance.
• Develop bespoke test rigs for laboratory and on-track testing.

Skills

Data acquisition

Calibration

Innovative thinking

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering

MSc or PhD

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Job description

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Client:

EVera Recruitment

Location:

wotton-under-edge, United Kingdom

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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Job Description:

We have an exciting role for a R&D Engineer (e-motors & hydraulics) who will join our client’s team, a developer of electric vehicles whose mission is to bring real engagement and emotion to driving electric performance cars. The successful candidate will help create the next generation of ground breaking electric vehicle technologies.

The R&D Engineer (e-motors & hydraulics) will:

• Design, prototype, and evaluate cutting-edge mechanical and electrical systems for high-performance vehicles.
• Lead technical investigations and analyse the performance of components and assemblies.
• Develop and operate bespoke test rigs for both laboratory and on-track testing.
• Work in close partnership with simulation, design, and race engineering teams to translate insights into real-world applications.
• Research and apply emerging technologies to shape the next generation of vehicle platforms.

The R&D Engineer (e-motors & hydraulics) will have:

• Degree-qualified in Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering; an MSc or PhD is a strong plus.
• At least 3 years of hands-on R&D experience in electric vehicles, motorsport, aerospace, or a similar domain.
• Strong background in data acquisition and analysis tools such as LabVIEW, MATLAB, or equivalent.
• Proven experience of calibration.
• Solid understanding of systems such as batteries, motor controllers, or thermal management.
• Innovative thinker comfortable with rapid development cycles and evolving technical challenges.

If you thrive in an R&D-driven environment and are excited by fast-paced innovation and real-world impact, then apply online today — we’ll be in touch to share more details!