Chief Engineer - V&V Embedded Systems in Kineton

At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the worlds leading manufacturers.

Due to our continued growth we are now recruiting for Chief Engineer - V&V to be based at our customer's o ffice in Gaydon .

Please read the following job description thoroughly to ensure you are the right fit for this role before applying.

Our Engineering Research and Development department (ER&D) is a fast growing function within Tata Technologies Limited that is assembled to work on exciting projects globally for multiple customers.

It comprises highly specialized engineers across Automotive, Aerospace and Industrial Heavy Machinery.

Scope of Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Senior Technical Leader to serve as the V&V Chief Engineer for embedded systems in advanced automotive programs.

This role is pivotal in shaping the technical direction, strategy, and execution of Verification & Validation across electric powertrain, chassis, and subsystem domains.

You will lead cross-functional teams, drive innovation in testing methodologies, and ensure compliance with global safety and quality standards.

Area of Responsibility
Define and lead the V&V strategy for embedded systems across multiple automotive platforms.

Serve as the technical authority for MIL, SIL, HIL, and VIL validation approaches.

Champion the use of d SPACE , NI , and Vector HIL platforms for real-time simulation, fault injection, and automated testing.

Architect and oversee CI/CD pipelines and test automation frameworks to enable scalable, efficient, and repeatable validation processes.

Provide deep domain expertise in electric powertrain , chassis , and vehicle subsystems , ensuring robust validation of control algorithms, diagnostics, and safety-critical features.

Collaborate with senior stakeholders across Systems Engineering, Software, Hardware, and Quality to align V&V efforts with program goals.

Represent the V&V function in technical reviews, customer engagements, and regulatory audits.

Mentor and develop a high-performing team of V&V engineers and technical specialists.

Drive continuous improvement and innovation in V&V tools, processes, and metrics.

Knowledge / Experience
Masters or Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering , Computer Engineering, or related field.

Experience in embedded systems V&V and in a senior technical or leadership role.

Proven expertise in MIL, SIL, HIL, and VIL testing environments.

Hands-on experience with d SPACE , NI , and Vector HIL platforms.

Strong background in CI/CD , test automation, and Dev Ops practices.

Deep understanding of automotive standards (ISO 26262, ASPICE, AUTOSAR).

Technical leadership in electric powertrain, chassis, or subsystem domains.

Excellent communication, decision-making, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with ADAS, autonomous systems, or vehicle electrification programs.

Certifications in ISTQB, Six Sigma, PMP, or equivalent.

Familiarity with Agile development and model-based design.

In return for bringing your expertise to our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:
Pension Scheme We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary
25 Days Holiday
Private Health Care
Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off new JLR vehicles
Group Income Protection
Health Assured Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Assurance
Health Shield Private Health Cash Plan
If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you.

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Tata Technologies would like to thank all applicants for their interest, each application will be reviewed against the set criteria for the role.

We would like to advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

If you do not hear from us within 10 working days following the closing date it will mean that unfortunately your application has not been successful. xiskglj We will however retain your details for any suitable future opportunities.