Vehicle Testing Engineer

To support the continued expansion of IDIADA activities in the UK, we are seeking a Vehicle Test Engineer to join our team. This role will be based in Nuneaton, United Kingdom, and will be responsible for working on vehicle testing project activities in both open road and proving ground environments. The role covers a wide range of vehicle functionalities including ADAS, Vehicle Durability, Field Operational Testing, Electric Vehicle Chargers, Infotainment Systems, Brakes, Vehicle Dynamics, Connectivity, and Automated Driving.

The main tasks of the role include:

• Discussion and confirmation of technical requirements with the customer, including communication throughout the whole test program from project conceptualisation through to delivery.
• Leading the complete testing project execution, including discussion and confirmation of technical requirements with the customer up to proposal release.
• Test project planning and coordination within the team/customer, including the definition and arrangement of vehicle logistics, test location booking, test route/programme, instrumentation.
• Test sample preparation and instrumentation.
• Test preparation, operation and data acquisition set‑up.
• Test execution according to the defined procedures and specifications.
• Test data analysis, validation and reporting.
• Test preparation: coordinate the required test preparation tasks, such as vehicle inspection, instrumentation, together with test drivers and/or technicians.
• Test execution: lead test execution according to the defined procedures and specifications, including coordination of test drivers and/or technicians, liaison with test location management.
• Test data collection, validation, analysis and reporting according to test/customer procedure requirements.
• Concern analysis and troubleshooting supported by IDIADA experts.
• Ensure alignment with corporate procedures in terms of the management of the project, test samples, test equipment/facilities, quality, OHS, logistics, outsourcing/purchasing.
• Executing and/or supervising hands‑on automotive and mechanical jobs related to chassis, engine, body, bracketry fabrication.
• To flexibly support other related activities as required by the business.
• On occasion, supporting non‑UK‑based testing might be required by the company (e.g. at IDIADA’s proving ground in Spain).

Qualifications Desired profile:

• University engineering degree, preferably with Automotive specialisation.
• Substantial background in automotive technology and vehicle systems, preferably with around 3‑5 years’ experience.
• Good knowledge of the UK road network and testing infrastructures nationwide (e.g., proving grounds).
• Available to travel within the UK and abroad as per project requirements.
• Must have a full manual UK driving licence.
• Having a test‑driving qualification is an asset, but training will be provided as required.
• Experience with test equipment use (e.g., sensors, data acquisition, driving robots, ADAS platforms) and management (e.g., calibration) is also an asset.
• Proactive and thorough hands‑on engineer able to work efficiently both within the team and alone.
• Relevant experience in vehicle Durability, ADAS, Brakes or Vehicle Dynamics testing is an asset.
• The ability to be flexible and responsive to customer needs is essential.
• Dynamic, focused, dedicated and self‑motivated with a high level of initiative and a problem‑solving mindset.
• Good experience in MS‑Office.

Additional Information:

What do we offer? Competitive salary package. Annual company bonus. 25 days paid annual leave, holiday purchase scheme and holiday milestone scheme. Enhanced paternity leave. Training and career path opportunities. Referral programme. Blood donation paid leave. International mobility opportunities. Applus IDIADA is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. There is a place for everyone.