Chief Engineer (Software/Systems)

Chief Engineer (Software/Systems)

Full-Time 59400 - 72600 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Novo

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a team to design and deliver innovative control systems for niche vehicles.
  • Company: Join a leading UK manufacturer with over 100 years of expertise in vehicle design.
  • Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary and the chance to work on cutting-edge automotive technology.
  • Other info: Dynamic work environment with opportunities for career growth and professional development.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in the automotive industry while developing your leadership skills.
  • Qualifications: Degree in Engineering and experience in software development and team management.

The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.

A leading manufacturer of niche vehicles in the UK, this business is dedicated to the exceptional design, production, and support of innovative chassis, bodies, and lifting solutions. A trusted partner for both public and private sectors around the world, their specialist knowledge ensures vehicles are purpose-built to meet every operational need. With a heritage spanning over 100 years, the company’s products are optimised for safety, reliability, and efficiency, delivering unrivalled refuse collection capability across the many communities you serve.

Job Purpose

To create and maintain the capability to design, build and deliver safe and reliable control systems, software and electrical distribution systems for the company’s niche vehicles, overseeing and leading an expert team of engineers.

Key Responsibilities

  • Participate in the creation of the Product Portfolio Plan
  • Contribute towards the construction of the plan, develop and recruit the resource to support the delivery
  • Delighting customers by bringing new products and features to market first by delivering an agile and responsive capability
  • System Specification, Design & Development
  • Generating the requirements for how the vehicle systems are expected to function, for use by internal customers
  • Ensure systems meet Compliance & Safety industry standards and regulatory requirements
  • Using good leadership & teambuilding to guide engineering teams, coordinating with stakeholders, and delivering our plans

Objective / Subjective Fit

  • Knowledge of bringing products to market, productionisation & production release
  • People development, building and motivating a strong and flexible team
  • Control systems development toolchain experience
  • Functional Safety ISO26262 and Cyber Security ISO21434 expertise
  • Understanding of legal requirements for vehicle design
  • Demonstrable Electric vehicles & drivelines hardware & software design experience
  • Department planning and budget management responsibility
  • Delivery of systems for automotive, truck, yellow goods, agriculture or related products
  • Commercial vehicle, off-highway, specialist vehicle, or experience of Truck, or related product, systems
  • Min qualification degree in Electrical, Electronics or Mechanical Engineering
  • Significant experience in relevant industries using the relevant engineering systems
  • Development tools knowledge including MatLab & Simulink
  • Member of a recognised engineering institution, e.g. IET, IMechE
  • Agile, PRINCE2 or other project management qualifications and experience

Engineering Manufacturing, West Midlands, UK

Chief Engineer (Software/Systems) employer: Novo

Novo is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Scotland where innovation meets operational excellence. With a strong focus on employee growth and development, we provide ample opportunities for leadership advancement while fostering a collaborative culture that values high GMP standards and customer satisfaction. Join us to be part of a transformative journey in the biopharma sector, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact.

Novo

Contact Details:

Novo Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Chief Engineer (Software/Systems)

Control Systems Development
System Specification
Compliance & Safety Standards
Leadership & Team Building
Product Development
Functional Safety ISO26262
Cyber Security ISO21434