Senior DVP Engineer in Daventry

Singer is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation; we are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” We are proud to foster a collaborative and supportive environment where people can thrive. As we grow, we’re looking for an experienced Senior DVP Engineer to join our team and support our “Everything Is Important” culture.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Vehicle Engineering Manager (VEM), this role will actively deliver the Design Verification Plan (DVP) to verify all engineering content for all Singer Vehicle programmes through testing, inclusive of Development and Sign-off testing. Providing technical leadership and guidance to the development team. You will work with external suppliers and internal teams to initially define all the development requirements then working with the VEM translate the requirements into a delivery plan. Tasks include creating plans, co‑ordinating testing activities, ensuring the vehicle is prepared in accordance with the test requirements. Testing both hands‑on and supporting, analysing results and writing reports. This role will actively deliver DVP content to ensure all projects in the operating plan are delivered on time, on budget and to specification. Adheres to Singer’s Operating Principles.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with Chief Engineers, Attribute and Commodity teams to define test plans that meet Programme and Engineering requirements.
• Planning and executing vehicle testing both in‑house and at external facilities.
• Collaborating with Chief Engineers, Attribute and Commodity Engineers and other stakeholders to ensure the vehicle/s are prepared in accordance with the requirements.
• Collaborate with teams outside of Engineering such as Procurement, Programme, Manufacturing etc.
• Support the specification of appropriate instrumentation based on test requirements.
• Author and publish test reports from the results gained through testing.
• Support the identification and collation of appropriate test spares.
• Maintain records for all test activities, including; test reports, Issues, vehicle specification and other documentation.
• Ensure the DVP reflects the test requirements that result in a robust Engineering Sign Off.
• Ability to react and re‑arrange test plan on the basis of available test resource in the case of failures, or re‑assignment of resources to other activities.
• Support national and international testing.
• Support financial planning, forecasting, risk and opportunity identification.
• Commission vehicles.
• Support and coach the Development Engineers in planning, strategic decision making and reporting.
• Lead complex decision making and root‑cause analysis and cross‑functional problem solving.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Management team to deliver the Singer Vehicle programmes.

Preferable Qualifications

• Proving Ground permits – desirable.
• Full Driving licence.
• Advanced driving qualifications – desirable.

Experience Required

• Prior experience in a Senior Engineer position within a Product Development department.
• Previous experience and understanding of automotive design, vehicle systems, vehicle development and testing processes.
• Project management and planning experience desired.
• Proven leadership experience both technical and resource.
• Experience of proving grounds and test facilities both national and international.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.
• A relevant qualification in Automotive or Motorsport Engineering.

Personal Specification

• Track record of independent working.
• Energetic, proactive, calm under pressure, personable and mature personality.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Strong team‑worker – ability to thrive in a small, closely‑knit team.
• Must have great attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Build and foster professional relationships with stakeholders.
• Flexibility – being prepared to work longer hours when occasionally required.
• Willing to travel nationally and overseas.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Wellness and employee support.
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• On‑site parking.
• Free refreshments.
• Company pension.
• Company events.

What We're Looking For

You will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills, a can‑do attitude, be confident to work independently with guidance. Resilience, an acceptance of change management with the willing to self‑develop with any future training and development needs. We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.