BEV Charging Interoperability Validation Engineer

Role: BEV Charging Interoperability Validation Engineer

Location: Gaydon, UK

Salary: GBP45k/year

Duration: 12 months fixed term employment

Hybrid work model: No, all 5 days from client location

Note: Willingness to travel across multiple regions (UK, EU, NA, South Korea) as per customer requirement

Role Overview:

Responsible for conducting exhaustive end-to-end charging experience validation of BEV vehicles across AC and DC charging infrastructure, ensuring compliance with OEM requirements and global standards. Includes in-field testing, instrumentation setup, data logging, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute AC/DC charging compatibility tests across multiple regions with >95% CPO coverage.
• Perform instrumentation setup (CCS Listener, INCA data loggers, GPS, SIM cards).
• Validate charging features such as Plug & Charge (PnC) and OneApp integration.
• Collect and synchronize PLC logs, CAN logs (PMZ, XCP-CAN), DTCs, DIDs, GPS data, and EVSE error codes.
• Provide daily operational reports, mid-term progress reports, and final regional reports.
• Analyze unsuccessful charging sessions and propose corrective actions.
• Ensure post-test validation and support for high-risk failures.
• Coordinate with OEM teams for compliance and feature validation.

Required Skills & Knowledge (Must Have):

• Strong understanding of EV charging standards (ISO 15118, CCS, AC/DC protocols).
• Experience with AC/DC charging infrastructure and interoperability testing.
• Proficiency in data logging tools (INCA, CCS Listener) and CAN/XCP protocols.
• Ability to interpret DTCs, DIDs, and perform diagnostic analysis.
• Familiarity with OEM systems (OneApp, PiVi) and Plug & Charge functionality.
• Knowledge of route planning and optimization for EVSE coverage.
• Competence in reporting and dashboard tools for test result visualization.
• UK Class -II driving license

Preferred Skills (Should Have):

• Experience with field testing and validation in automotive or EV domain.
• Understanding of TLS encryption and ISO 15118 communication.
• Knowledge of EVSE software/hardware variations and update policies.
• Ability to manage central data repositories and ensure data integrity.
• Familiarity with global EVSE manufacturers and CPO networks.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Automotive Engineering, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in EV charging systems validation or similar role.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel across multiple regions (UK, EU, NA, SK).
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with OEM teams.

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Acronyms

• PLC: Power Line Communication
• CAN: Controller Area Network
• PMZ: Parameter Measurement Zone
• XCP-CAN: Universal Measurement and Calibration Protocol over CAN
• DTCs: Diagnostic Trouble Codes
• DIDs: Data Identifier
• GPS: Global Positioning System
• EVSE: Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment
• CCS: Combined Charging System
• AC/DC: Alternating Current / Direct Current
• INCA: Integrated Calibration and Acquisition
• XCP: Universal Measurement and Calibration Protocol
• DTCs: Diagnostic Trouble Codes
• DIDs: Data Identifiers
• OneApp: (OEM-specific application name)
• PiVi: (OEM-specific infotainment system name)
• CPO: Charge Point Operator.