Electrical Test Engineer - Automotive

Responsibilities

• Support the testing and validation of electrical and battery systems
• Develop and execute test procedures and validation activities
• Monitor, analyse, and interpret test data , identifying faults and trends
• Support battery fault-finding and root cause investigations
• Coordinate testing activities with engineering and operational teams
• Produce technical reports and test documentation
• Support the integration and commissioning of test equipment and instrumentation
• Ensure testing activities are completed in line with quality and safety standards
• Required Skills:
• Experience in electrical test engineering within automotive or electrification environments
• Knowledge of battery systems, EV powertrains, or electrical propulsion systems
• Experience conducting testing, validation, and fault-finding activities
• Ability to analyse and interpret technical and performance data
• Understanding of instrumentation and test equipment
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Required Qualifications:
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering , or equivalent military experience .
• Experience within automotive, EV, or electrification programmes
• Exposure to high-voltage or safety-critical systems
• Desirable Skills:
• Experience with tools such as CANalyzer, MATLAB, AVL Concerto, or JIRA
• Familiarity with battery validation or powertrain test facilities
• Understanding of DFMEA, 8D, or structured problem-solving methodologies
• Experience supporting electric drive unit (EDU) or battery testing programmes
• Why join us?
• We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.
• At ALTEN, you'll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.
• Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.
• In short you get:
• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Benefits

Additional Information

As an Electrical Test Engineer, you will join our Coventry team to support our activities within the Automotive sector. You will play a key role in the testing and validation of advanced electrical and battery systems within a high-performance engineering environment. Working across development and validation activities, you will support the delivery of electrified powertrain technologies through hands-on testing, fault investigation, and data analysis Location: Coventry On Site: 2-3 days per week Clearance: Clearable Experience Level: Mid-Level

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