At a Glance
- Tasks: Validate cutting-edge autonomous mower systems in real-world environments.
- Company: Join Textron Specialized Vehicles, a leader in innovative turf-care equipment.
- Benefits: Enjoy work-life balance, 30 days leave, and competitive pay with annual reviews.
- Other info: Access to training, onsite sports facilities, and discounts on various services.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the future of autonomous technology in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and 5 years experience in systems testing.
Textron Specialized Vehicles are a global manufacturer of golf cars, utility and personal transportation vehicles, side-by-sides, all-terrain vehicles, professional turf-care equipment, and ground support equipment. At Ransomes Jacobsen Ltd, we design and manufacture professional turf-care equipment under the brands of Ransomes and Jacobsen. Our mission is to be the premier supplier of high-quality and environmentally conscious turf equipment, providing superior performance for our customers.
We recognise that our success, and future success, is tied directly to our people. We are looking for a Test and Validation Engineer to join the Company in Ipswich, Suffolk.
As a Test and Validation Engineer, you will validate autonomous mower systems in real-world environments. This role focuses on vehicle-level testing, system validation, and performance verification, ensuring systems are safe, reliable, and field-ready.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Plan and execute vehicle-level testing and validation (localisation, planning, perception, control);
- Support integration and commissioning of autonomy software on vehicles;
- Develop test plans, procedures, and validation criteria;
- Conduct field testing at test sites and golf courses;
- Analyse data to identify performance gaps and system issues;
- Support debugging and validation of fixes with engineering teams;
- Execute functional safety validation, including failure mode testing;
- Produce test reports and validation documentation;
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Robotics/Mechatronics or similar.
- A minimum of five years’ experience in systems testing and validation (automotive, robotics), or similar roles.
Required Skills:
- Strong understanding of test methodologies;
- Hands-on experience with vehicle or robotic systems;
- Ability to analyse data and diagnose system issues;
- Experience in hardware/software integration environments;
- Strong documentation and reporting skills;
- Self-motivating and able to work with low levels of supervision to defined objectives;
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Desirable Skills:
- Autonomous systems / ROS2 experience;
- Sensor systems (LiDAR, GPS/RTK, cameras, radar);
- CAN bus and vehicle systems;
- Functional safety validation (ISO 13849 / ISO 12100);
- Data logging and telemetry tools.
What we Offer:
- Work life balance promoted with every other Friday off;
- 30 days annual leave;
- Competitive rate of pay, reviewed annually;
- Enhanced Company pension;
- Life assurance of four times your annual salary;
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family;
- Access to Textron University’s self-service training platform;
- Eye care scheme;
- Discounts on gym memberships, shopping and travel through Perks at Work;
- Onsite golf course and football pitch;
- Winter flu vaccination voucher.
Job Field: Engineering
Job Type: Experienced
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: First Shift
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Test and Validation Engineer in Ipswich employer: Textron Systems
Textron Specialized Vehicles is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises work-life balance with every other Friday off and 30 days of annual leave. Employees benefit from competitive pay, enhanced pension plans, and access to comprehensive training through Textron University, fostering personal and professional growth in the vibrant setting of Ipswich, Suffolk, where innovation meets tradition in turf-care equipment manufacturing.
