Location: Woodford Halse
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Engineering
Reports to: Head of Engineering Test and Validation
About Us
Singer is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation; we are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.”
We are proud to foster a collaborative and supportive environment where people can thrive. As we grow, we're looking for an experienced DVP Data Engineer to join our team and support our “Everything Is Important” culture.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Head of Engineering Test and Validation, this role will actively support the Design Verification Plan (DVP) to verify all engineering content for all Singer Vehicle programmes through testing, inclusive of Development and Sign-off testing. Primarily you will work closely with the Instrumentation and DVP Engineers and be responsible for obtaining raw data and turning it into meaningful insights that support technical decision-making for the various Engineering function groups, ensuring quality of data gathered and timely analysis. You will work with external suppliers and internal teams to initially define all the development requirements then working with the VEM, translate the requirements into a delivery plan. Tasks include creating plans, co-ordinating testing activities, ensuring the vehicle is prepared in accordance with the test requirements. Testing both hands-on and supporting, analysing results and writing reports. Adheres to Singer’s Operating Principles
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborating with Chief Engineers, Attribute and Commodity Engineers and other stakeholders to ensure the vehicle/s are prepared in accordance with the test and data requirements.
- Support the specification of appropriate instrumentation based on test requirements
- Ensure sensor data acquisition systems are functioning and signed off prior to testing.
- Analysis of data from sensors such as accelerometers, microphones, transducers, thermocouples.
- Support Engineers with timely, well-structured data sets for analysis and decision making.
- Analyse results to identify trends, anomalies, and performance metrics against defined scope and requirements.
- Prepare technical summaries, visualisations, and structured reports for engineers and management
- Ability to effectively communicate data findings to Engineers and lead data troubleshooting.
- Maintain records for all test activities, including; test reports, Issues, vehicle specification and other documentation.
- Support national and international testing.
- Commission vehicles.
- Any other tasks assigned by the Management team to deliver the Singer Vehicle programmes
Preferable Qualifications
- Proving Ground permits – desirable
- Full Driving licence
- Advanced driving qualifications – desirable
Experience Required
- Prior experience within a Product Development department or Motorsport
- Hands-on experience with data acquisition hardware and software.
- Proficiency in data analysis software, tools (e.g. Motec, Python, MATLAB, Intrepid, AI) and reporting
- Ability to develop internal tools/ software for data processing and analysis
- Previous experience and understanding of automotive design, vehicle systems, vehicle development and testing processes
- Ability to diagnose electrical/ instrumentation issues is desired
- Project management and planning experience desired
- Experience of proving grounds and test facilities both national and international
- A relevant qualification in Automotive or Motorsport Engineering
Personal Specification
- Passion for data and data analysis
- Track record of independent working
- Energetic, proactive, calm under pressure, personable and mature personality
- Reliable and punctual
- Strong team-worker – ability to thrive in a small, closely-knit team
- Must have great attention to detail
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Build and foster professional relationships with stakeholders
- Flexibility – being prepared to work longer hours when occasionally required
- Willing to travel nationally and overseas.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunities for career development and progression
- Supportive and inclusive work environment
- Wellness and employee support
Benefits:
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
- Private medical insurance
- On-site parking
- Free refreshments
- Company pension
- Company events
What We're Looking For
You will be a strong team player with excellent communication skills, a can-do attitude, be confident to work independently with guidance. Resilience, an acceptance of change management with the willing to self-develop with any future training and development needs.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, Singer Body & Paint reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.
To find out more about Singer Vehicle Design, take a look at our website: http://singervehicledesign.com
