Mechanical Development Engineer - Leamington Spa, Warwickshire, United Kingdom - Aston Martin Lagonda Ltd

Description

For over 110 years Aston Martin has made the most exquisitely addictive performance sports cars.
But no one builds an Aston Martin on their own. Behind these legends and landmarks are hundreds of dreamers, darers and doers who make extraordinary happen, every single day.

That's why the name of everyone who has ever worn our famous wings is inscribed on the wall of our factory.

As we embark on an exciting new era for the business, we need the very best people to write their own chapter on our journey to become the world's most desirable ultra-luxury British performance brand.

Join us.

Job Purpose:
Deliver engine development and validation testing to define and prove product attribute targets. Support engine programme timing, cost and quality across all AML engine projects.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Define component and system targets
Create and maintain test procedure
Create and own DVP
Plan and execute mechanical development / performance development testing
Lead problem solving investigation that occur during development programme
Become integral part of vehicle team to follow integration of engine into the powertrain
Work closely with build teams to ensure optimized instrumentation layout/requirements
Work closely with analysis teams to guide analysis and correlation to test results
Analysis and interpretation of physical test results to correlate simulation and validate design function
Optimization of current test procedure and data analysis tools
Develop close working relationships with the external partners
Work closely with calibration team to ensure correct/reliable performance from engine

Qualification & Experience:
Significant experience in hands-on engine/transmission and driveline testing / development roles
Failure investigations and problem solving
Managing and developing external engineering resource
Driving optimization through analysis
Close collaboration with design and simulation teams, understanding data analysis and design process
Working across functional teams effectively to deliver viable design solutions
Managed concern resolution
Working within an OEM environment
Prior demonstration of testing budget and timing management
Industry standard dyno and vehicle validation procedures
Astute project control including resource planning, timing, milestones, and meeting disciplines
Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent qualification, strong background in powertrain development

Behaviours:
Strong technical skills and understanding of engineering fundamentals
Creative thinking and problem-solving
Ability to provide technical direction to the project design engineers
Strong teamworking skills are required to ensure effective communication and collaboration across functional teams
Cost awareness
Independent, proactive, working on own initiative with minimum supervision
Open and honest communication
Accountable and responsible to deliver on commitments
Belong at Aston Martin

We understand that the incredible beauty, craft and art that defines an Aston Martin comes from the inclusion of our amazing people.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

We celebrate diversity and are seeking applicants who can bring something different. Please speak to us if there is anything you need to support making an application with us.