Principal System Engineer, Wheeled Platforms

Principal System Engineer, Wheeled Platforms (LS/JT) Lead the definition, design, and validation of vehicle-level systems, encompassing conventional and hybrid‑electric drive architectures. Translate customer and mission requirements into clear system and subsystem specifications, ensuring performance, reliability, and safety targets are met. Conduct competitive benchmarking and trade‑off analysis to guide platform design evolution and technology selection. Establish and maintain configuration baselines across multiple vehicle variants, ensuring design integrity and full traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Drive system integration of new technologies, such as digital architectures, power management systems, and advanced driveline solutions (HED, BEV) into existing vehicle platforms. Implementation and Integration Oversee end-to-end implementation and integration activities, coordinating with multidisciplinary internal teams and key external partners or OEM suppliers. Develop and execute validation and verification (V&V) plans, including bench tests, subsystem integration, and vehicle-level trials. Lead root‑cause investigations and implement robust corrective actions to address system issues, ensuring continuous system reliability improvement. Documentation, Governance, and Compliance Review engineering documentation, including System Requirement Specifications, Interface Control Documents, and Design Validation Plans. Ensure strict adherence to automotive and defence standards (ISO 26262, ISO 9001, MIL‑STD, GVA, J1939) and regulatory compliance. Oversee configuration control, BOM accuracy, drawings, and part numbering discipline through PLM systems, maintaining consistency across project baselines. Continuous Improvement and Innovation Identify and drive system‑level optimisation initiatives to enhance performance, reduce cost, and simplify maintenance. Lead technical studies and R&D investigations on emerging automotive and defence technologies, such as electrification, digital architecture, and modular system design. Mentor junior engineers in system design methodologies and configuration management practices. Cross‑Functional Collaboration and Technical Leadership Collaborate closely with mechanical, electrical, software, and manufacturing engineering teams to deliver fully integrated and validated vehicle solutions. Serve as a technical focal point in cross‑functional project teams, aligning engineering decisions with business strategy, cost, and delivery objectives. Engage with project managers, product leads, and customers to ensure engineering deliverables meet contractual and performance commitments. Requirements Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Automotive, Electrical, or Systems Engineering. 8‑10 years of experience in automotive system design, integration, or platform development—preferably within defence, heavy‑duty or off‑road vehicles. Strong technical expertise in vehicle architectures, hybrid‑electric systems, and subsystem integration (powertrain, driveline, suspension, braking, electrical). Proficiency in system engineering tools (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Teamcenter, or equivalent tools). Demonstrated experience in configuration management, engineering change control, and lifecycle documentation. Proven analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making capabilities with a structured, data‑driven approach. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to represent engineering priorities at programme and customer reviews. Experience mentoring or leading small engineering teams and contributing to capability development. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time #J-18808-Ljbffr