Senior Test Engineer
Forseven is rethinking what it is to be a car company through powerful technologies and engineering excellence. A new take on an established industry, we’ve got a growing team that is knowledgeable, experienced and deeply passionate about this endeavour.
We’re seeking a Senior Test Engineer to join our rapidly growing team. Reporting to our Test Manager, you will be required to join our highly skilled and dynamic Vehicle Engineering team to oversee and optimise Test Ops strategy and objectives whilst guiding a team of test engineers to deliver against requirements.Lead the enablement of testing and development of prototype and production vehicles in the UK and around the world.
This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity from our offices near Leamington Spa and Nuneaton. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, Forseven offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.
What you’ll do- Guide a dynamic team of test engineers in overseeing all testing activities for the vehicle engineering test fleet program.
- Contribute to the development, testing, and when necessary, the calibration of both prototype and production vehicles, following established methodologies across all performance attributes.
- Ensure the successful instrumentation, commissioning, and documentation of test assets before testing commences and promote best practices in test preparation and data analysis to guarantee high-quality results.
- Collaborate with development and attribute teams to proactively identify potential risks throughout the testing program.
- Coordinate and facilitate testing, in-house or at external testing facilities and then compile and synthesize test findings into comprehensive reports, ensuring effective communication with key stakeholders.
- Proven experience as a senior test engineer in vehicle development or integration, including successfully leading a small team of engineers.
- Possess hands-on experience and in-depth technical knowledge with whole vehicle and component testing in OEMs, tier one suppliers and proving ground test facilities.
- Strong proficiency in utilizing vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition tools, such as Vector Canalyser and Dewesoft, as well as calibration and diagnostic equipment.
- Skilled in vehicle system interrogation, data analysis, and software flashing.
- Experience thriving in a start-up environment, with a strong sense of autonomy and innovative thinking.
About Us
Forseven is building something new. By thinking differently. To create a new car company for the world.
Guided by expert leadership and powered by brilliant minds from the luxury, automotive and technology worlds, we’re committed to continuous improvement and the highest standards of quality. We promote a culture of excellence, integrity, and sustainable growth.
Together we are establishing a new legacy. Join us.