Vehicle Efficiency Lead Engineer

REQ ID: 129215
JOB TITLE: Vehicle Efficiency Lead Engineer
SALARY: £51,534 – £60,000
POSTING START DATE: 07/07/2025
POSTING END DATE: 21/07/2025
LOCATION: Gaydon

Product Engineering at JLR is centred on innovation and creativity. From advanced driver assistance systems to developing the future of electric propulsion, the opportunities to create exceptional experiences for the future of motoring are wide-ranging. You'll work alongside industry experts to drive product strategy, manage programs, analyse performance, and lead transformation initiatives. Exceptional careers that bring world-renowned vehicles to life start here.

Integrated Energy Management (IEM) is responsible for delivering the Product Efficiency and Range Attribute as part of the Vehicle Efficiency chapter. The IEM Off-Cycle Lead Engineer will be responsible for the IEM Quality Operating Schedule (QOS), Certification Strategies and Data Handling processes used by On-Cycle IEM Squads.

WHAT TO EXPECT

In this role, you will have detailed understanding of current and future Zero Emission Vehicles’ efficiency certification legislation in major and developing markets. You will be responsible for the Creation and continuous improvement of methods and tools required to report official vehicle efficiency and range figures. Here’s what to expect:

• Responsible for Body of Knowledge of current and future BEV Efficiency relevant Legislation/Regulations in major and developing markets
• Lead the creation and continuous improvement of certification Test Post Processing and Data Handling Methods and Tools
• Close interaction with compliance, legislation and certification teams
• Create, Own and Maintain the ZEV Certification strategy to inform ePOs of the optimum vehicle specifications for certification
• Creation and continuous improvement of certification Data Handling processes and tools to collate complex energy nodes datasets required official vehicle efficiency calculations

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Knowledge of range and efficiency certification methods, processes, and implementation (UN ECE WLTP, NAS EPA as a minimum).
• Knowledge of electric vehicle propulsion systems and vehicle efficiencies
• Engineering background with evidence of a methodical, structured approach to problem solving
• Strong communication skills and teamwork – ability to work cross functionally with a wide range of customers at all levels in the business
• Strong presentation skills with the ability to use data and visualisations to articulate complex risks, opportunities and recommendations in an easily digestible way
• Technical report writing ability for efficiency analysis and scientific proposals for legislative authorities
• Qualification (academic or vocational) in Engineering or Pure sciences

THE BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:
• Discounted car purchase scheme (open to family members, too)
• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.
• A competitive pension
• A JLR company performance-related bonus
• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.
• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks
• Flexible working*

*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.