Lead Engineer in Coventry, West Midlands (County)

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A leading automotive innovator is seeking a Lead Engineer specialising in brake systems refinement, development and vehicle-level validation. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong braking expertise, hands-on test experience and deep understanding of hydraulic, regenerative and blended braking technologies.

You will take ownership of brake refinement activities across prototype and production programmes, working closely with cross-functional engineering teams and suppliers. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, data-led decision-making and the ability to deliver high-quality test outputs under fast-paced development timelines.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead refinement, testing and validation of brake systems (hydraulic, regenerative, blended).

* Plan and execute vehicle tests including pedal feel, brake bedding, fade, stopping distance and NVH assessments.

* Configure and operate data acquisition systems using CAN tools (Vector CANalyzer, MoTeC, Pi Toolbox).

* Set up instrumentation including sensors, loggers and calibration equipment.

* Analyse test data, identify root causes and recommend engineering improvements.

* Produce detailed DVPs, technical reports, test summaries and build documentation.

* Collaborate with chassis, controls, software and supplier teams to meet performance targets.

Essential Skills:

* Brake system engineering (hydraulic, regenerative, blended braking).

* Vehicle testing & validation on track, proving ground or climatic environments.

* CAN data acquisition and analysis tools (Vector, MoTeC, Pi Toolbox, MATLAB).

* Instrumentation setup, calibration and logger configuration.

* CATIA V5/V6, TeamCenter, Excel and PowerPoint.

* Strong reporting and documentation capability (DVP&R, test reports, build books).

Desirable Skills:

* EV braking and brake-by-wire exposure.

* Knowledge of global standards (FMVSS, ECE R13H, AMS).

This is an excellent opportunity to apply your braking expertise within a cutting-edge automotive environment, driving refinement and performance improvements across advanced vehicle platforms.

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