Prodrive Advanced Technology design, develop and produce solutions that enhance our client’s projects and solve their technical challenges. We specialise in active aero systems, intelligent interiors and niche vehicles across automotive, aerospace, defence and marine sectors. Our capabilities span across a wide range of functions including system integration, design engineering, electronics and electrical systems, and chassis engineering.

We are looking for a Senior Verification and Validation Engineer to ensure that system performances are robustly verified against customer and system requirements by the appropriate virtual and physical tests. The role will also consolidate, develop, and help drive Prodrive’s physical verification and validation capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead in the definition, implementation, and management of system DVPs including the detailed specification of virtual and physical tests, hardware requirements and schedules, covering multiple physics disciplines (e.g. Electrical/electronics, controls, software, NVH, structural, durability, dynamics, thermal, fluids and environmental)
• Work with project technical lead, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to establish appropriate system V&V requirements, methodology, validate DFMEAs, and populate risk registers
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to negotiate and establish alignment of virtual and physical DV test plans, test specifications, and schedules
• Visualise the system physical phenomena and testing requirements to guide planning of virtual and physical test execution and provide a good balance of time, cost, and quality
• Plan and execute internal test activities (hands-on), including estimating, planning, risk assessments, setup, testing, and reporting, to meet requirements
• Monitor system V&V progress against schedule, giving a clear status to project lead, technical lead, and interfacing teams, using the appropriate Prodrive quality documents (e.g., CAE tracker)
• Aid in business development activities, including proposals and project estimating
• Lead and develop junior team members

Who are we looking for?

Our ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar Senior V&V role managing and delivering cross-functional vehicle DVP, including homologation and certification activities, as well as organising test venues, logistics, spares, risk assessments. You will have a technical understanding of the required testing to be able to challenge for better ways of achieving success, and be able to effectively manage a situation when compromises must be made. With strong problem solving and interpersonal skills when working with multiple cross-functional stakeholders, you will be an organised self-starter who is able to prioritise effectively.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact.
• 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days.
• Enhanced family friendly policies (including enhanced maternity and paternity pay).
• Training opportunities for continuing professional development.
• Onsite subsidised staff restaurant.
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes.
• Cycle scheme.
• Exercise classes.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert.
• Social events throughout the year.
• Exclusive company discounts.
• Life assurance.

We are an equal opportunities employer

At Prodrive we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which values diversity and ensures that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. Studies have found that underrepresented groups such as women and ethnic minority groups are less likely to apply for roles if they do not meet all the requirements listed in the job description. If you feel that this role does not perfectly match your experience, we encourage you to apply as you may just be the candidate we are looking for.