11 vehicle architecture lead engineer jobs found in Gaydon

Job Title: Vehicle Architecture Lead Engineer Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: £25.26ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £33.88ph on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2027) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Position Description: The position is responsible for the engineering integration process for vehicle architectures. Responsibilities include: * Design and develop the vehicle technical specifications and attributes across vehicle architectures * Lead and resolve complex multifunctional engineering problems. Be able to balance competing attributes and requirements to define the optimum engineering solution. * Analysis of current and future technologies and competitor products to ensure the future competitiveness of our client’s products by influencing their strategies * Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower level professionals. * Problems faced are difficult and...

Expleo is seeking an experienced Vehicle Architecture Lead Engineer to join our automotive client in Warwickshire on a contract basis. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong whole‑vehicle engineering knowledge to influence and develop future vehicle architectures. This role operates on a hybrid model, with the team attending the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, plus additional days when required. A typical week will involve more than 50% onsite presence. The Opportunity In this role, you will be responsible for driving the engineering integration process across multiple vehicle architectures. You will take the lead in defining vehicle technical specifications and attributes, resolving complex multifunctional engineering issues, and ensuring an optimal balance of requirements across systems. You will also analyse industry trends, competitor technologies, and emerging innovations to help shape future product strategy. This position also involves coaching...

Position: (phone number removed) - Vehicle Architecture Lead Engineer Location: Gaydon Position Type: Rolling contract Inside IR35 Salary: £33.88 per hour umbrella inside About the company I am currently recruiting on behalf of a Luxury Automotive OEM based in Gaydon who are seeking a Vehicle Architecture Lead Engineer to join their team on a long term rolling contract basis Job Description The position is responsible for the engineering integration process for vehicle architectures. Design and develop the vehicle technical specifications and attributes across vehicle architectures Analysis of current and future technologies and competitor products to ensure the future competitiveness of Client products by influencing strategies Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Knowledge of whole vehicle engineering and cross-functional vehicle systems Enthusiasm for vehicles and their development Strong communication skills and ability to interpret technical information Good IT...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Technical Group Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. The Opportunity: You’ll be a Technical Group Integration Engineer driving the development of new and existing vehicle architectures. Responsible for driving integration of new technologies into new and existing vehicle architectures. Drive functional and attribute target delivery, acting as the voice of the customer to lead any arbitration required. Responsibilities: The technical arbitrator, integrating and delivering the engineering for a defined group as part of the whole vehicle development whilst ensuring compatibility with GRID, the commodity/system strategies and functional targets. Support group  functional integration for given vehicle, to drive out complexity and deliver the most efficient technical solutions. Work closely with Vehicle Attribute...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Brakes Refinement Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £27.03 per hour. The Opportunity: The brakes refinement team is responsible for the engineering and delivery of a refined braking system from the pedal to the foundation brake on all vehicle lines to customer expectations. Brakes refinement attributes include squeal, judder, creep groan and wheel honk and brake actuation NVH and EPB sound quality. There is a strong focus on ensuring that our standards satisfy our customers in conjunction with developing efficient methods for delivery of programmes including the use of virtual tools and translation of customer requirements into objective measurements. This role will aim to enhance the customer experience through the design, development, measurement and balance of the brake refinement customer attributes for Jaguar Land Rover...

Vehicle Geometry Integration Lead Engineer - Closures & Exteriors (Contract) 📍 Gaydon | ⏳ 12 month Contract We are currently supporting a leading automotive OEM in their search for a Vehicle Geometry Integration Lead Engineer to join their Vehicle Packaging & Geometric Integration team in Gaydon. This is a key contract opportunity for an experienced engineer to play a critical role in full vehicle geometric integration, working across the Closures and Exteriors domain from concept through to end of life. The Role You'll join an established vehicle integration team responsible for delivering clash‑free, high‑quality vehicle geometry, while balancing system performance, attributes, customer requirements and future technologies across the vehicle architecture. Working closely with Package Zone Leaders, Group Technical Leaders, CoCs and Attribute teams, you'll help ensure robust system integration and elegant engineering solutions within the Closures & Exteriors...

Lead HV Battery Structures Engineer - Contract 📍 Gaydon | ⏳ 12 Month Contract We are supporting a leading automotive OEM in the search for a Lead HV Battery Structures Engineer to join their Vehicle Structures team based in Gaydon. This is a key contract role, reporting directly to the Technical Group Leader, with responsibility for the design, development and delivery of HV battery structural systems across multiple in‑flight vehicle programmes. The Role You'll take a lead technical role in the delivery of HV battery enclosures, including frame, lid, sealing, venting and associated bracketry, ensuring all programmes meet the latest technical requirements, safety standards and strategic direction. Working at vehicle and platform level, you'll ensure robust structural integration, compatibility with adjacent systems, and delivery of critical vehicle attributes throughout the delivery phase. Key Responsibilities Lead delivery of HV battery structural systems across active...

IEM EMA Integration Engineer - Vehicle Efficiency (Contract) 📍 Gaydon | ⏳ Contract | 🏠 Hybrid Working We are supporting a leading automotive OEM in the search for an IEM EMA Integration Engineer to join their Vehicle Architecture function, working within an established Agile operating model. This is a key role focused on the Vehicle Efficiency attribute, combining strategic target setting, technical analysis, cross‑functional integration and governance across vehicle programmes. The Role Reporting to the Vehicle Architecture Efficiency Product Owner, you will play a central role in defining, validating and governing vehicle efficiency targets, ensuring alignment between legislative requirements, customer expectations, energy systems and programme delivery constraints. You'll work across multiple stakeholders, including energy node owners, tools and methods teams, and wider programme functions, influencing decisions that directly impact vehicle efficiency, range and...

Order Ref: (phone number removed) Position Title: Vehicle Efficiency Attribute Engineer Duration: 12 month Contract Location: Gaydon Overview We are seeking an Advanced Vehicle Efficiency Integration Engineer to play a key role in shaping the next generation of intelligent, energy‑optimised luxury vehicles. This position supports the Efficiency Product Owner in delivering data‑driven, technologically advanced solutions that enhance real‑world and homologated vehicle efficiency and driving range. You will collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams during the earliest stages of vehicle development, using robust data analysis to identify risks, opportunities, and strategic direction related to all vehicle energy nodes. Key Responsibilities Reporting to the Vehicle Architecture Efficiency Product Owner and operating within an Agile environment, you will: Strategic & Technical Leadership Lead target setting for the Vehicle Efficiency attribute, including:...

Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Thermal CAE Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £33.64 per hour. Key Responsibilities: Develop, integrate, and maintain 1D CAE models within a full vehicle environment. Conduct vehicle-level simulations and detailed analyses of thermal, physical, and control systems. Prepare and deliver high-quality technical presentations explaining complex vehicle behaviours and efficiency metrics to a range of stakeholders. Lead issue resolution activities and drive continuous improvements in modelling processes and methods. Manage multiple stakeholders to ensure timely, high‑quality delivery of simulation outputs. Innovate and develop new processes, tools, and methodologies to meet evolving business requirements. Essential Skills and Experience Required: Proven experience with 1D simulation toolsets and/or model integration platforms (e.g.,...

We are currently seeking an experienced Vehicle Integration Engineer to join a leading automotive organisation on a contract basis in Warwickshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the development and integration of new and existing vehicle architectures within a highly innovative environment. What You'll Be Doing As a Vehicle Integration Engineer, you will be at the heart of vehicle development, driving the integration of cutting‑edge technologies into new and existing platforms. Acting as the voice of the customer, you'll lead functional and attribute target delivery, providing technical arbitration where required to ensure robust, efficient vehicle solutions. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical arbitrator for whole‑vehicle integration, ensuring compatibility with GRID, commodity/system strategies and functional targets Support vehicle functional integration to reduce complexity and deliver optimal technical solutions Work closely with the Vehicle...