System Design Engineer

VIQU have partnered with a leading organisation that is looking for a Systems Design Engineer to join their engineering team. The Systems Design Engineer is a hands-on position offering the opportunity to work across vehicle systems design, integration, and validation, supporting the development of next-generation platforms. You ll gain exposure to a wide range of automotive systems, from electrical schematics and software interfaces to vehicle commissioning and testing, working alongside an experienced engineering team on high-profile projects. Key Responsibilities of the Systems Design Engineer:

• Lead design, integration, and validation of vehicle systems, covering electrical, mechanical, and software components.
• Capture, document, and manage system requirements from stakeholders, ensuring compliance with regulations and design specifications.
• Develop vehicle system architectures, interconnection schematics, and supporting documentation for production and aftermarket.
• Plan and execute system and vehicle start-up, commissioning, fault-finding, and validation activities (DVP&R).
• Apply V-model validation methods and ensure features meet functional testing and acceptance criteria.
• Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to stakeholders, providing guidance and support to junior engineers.
• Support off-site engineering activities, including testing facilities and integration visits, as required. Key Requirements of the Systems Design Engineer

• Proven industrial experience in systems engineering or automotive development.
• Detailed knowledge of a wide range of vehicle systems and their interfaces, communication, and integration.
• Experience capturing and managing requirements through to implementation and functional testing.
• Hands-on experience with vehicle and rig-based systems testing.
• Understanding of V-model development methodology and DVP&R processes.
• Ability to generate electrical interconnection schematics and apply electrical engineering principles.
• Strong fault-finding skills with attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Degree in a relevant engineering discipline (mechanical, electrical, or automotive).
• Flexibility for occasional UK travel, off-site support, and overtime.
• Desirable: ISO 26262 / functional safety knowledge, experience with CANbus protocols, systems modelling tools, automotive control systems, heavy or off-highway products, and mentoring or coaching experience.

£45,000 £55,000