Role: Test and Development Engineer
Location: Warwick, CV34 6TE
Hours: 37 hpw, between 08:00 and 16:30 Monday to Thursday, and 08:00 - 13:00 Friday
Salary: between £50,000 and £60,000 pa DOE
Are you a hands‑on leader who thrives in fast‑moving environments and loves turning rigorous testing into customer‑ready quality? We’re looking for a proactive Team Leader – Test & Development to manage vehicle validation and lead a high‑performing team at Dennis Eagle. You’ll make sure new technologies and product updates are robustly proven, well‑documented, and delivered on time and to cost.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the team delivering Test & Development activities for Dennis Eagle vehicles
- Plan and manage all validation work, including certification and trials with external suppliers
- Ensure technologies, products, and vehicle updates are thoroughly validated before release
- Balance resources and skills to hit programme deliverables
- Own test equipment upkeep and calibration standards
- Grow capability through regular 1‑2‑1s, mentoring, and targeted training
- Drive projects to agreed timescales and budgets with clear, traceable documentation
- Champion continuous process improvement across the function
Ideal Candidate:
- Proven and demonstrable relevant experience, with proven coordination of test projects end‑to‑end
- Strong instrumentation and DAQ expertise (e.g., HBM QuantumX, Vector; NI DIAdem, MATLAB, CATmanAP, nCode)
- Skilled in DVP leadership, test method selection, and sourcing/specifying equipment
- Confident with CAN logging and J1939 data interpretation
- Clear technical reporting, methodical troubleshooting, and root‑cause analysis
- Knowledge of standards (EN, FMVSS, ECWVTA); experience with external test bodies (e.g., MIRA, CSA)
- Effective people leader—coaching, mentoring, and presenting to senior stakeholders
- Degree in Engineering (or equivalent), cross‑functional collaborator, full UK driving licence; occasional travel required
Ready to lead with impact? Apply now!
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your growth in the role.
At Dennis Eagle we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a disability confident organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. As part of our dedication to creating a supportive environment, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We invite you to engage in an open conversation with us about how we can best support you and ensure that your unique skills and talents are recognised and valued. Your success is integral to our collective growth, and we look forward to working together to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays: this is based on a 5 day working week (pro rata to 20 days plus Bank Holidays for a 4 day working week)
- Enhanced Pension Scheme and DIS Benefit: The company contributes 5% of total salary into our pension scheme, and 5x basic salary Death In Service.
- Employee Assistance Programme: Access a 24-hour helpline for support with life's challenges, including stress & anxiety, bereavement, relationship advice, tenancy & housing concerns, counselling, financial wellbeing, legal information, substance issues, family matters, childcare support, medical information, and consumer issues.
- Health Shield Medical Cash Plan: All employees receive membership to a company-funded medical cash plan. This scheme allows you to claim cash back for medical expenses, including prescriptions, dental, optical, physiotherapy, specialist consultations, X-rays, and MRI scans.
- GP Anytime: Enjoy access to GP services anytime with our online 24/7 appointment service, featuring on-demand appointments, unlimited consultations, no capped appointment times, and convenient prescriptions.
- Training and Development: We offer mandatory equipment training, a Management Development Programme, and opportunities to upskill through apprenticeships.
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Save on commuting costs and stay healthy with our cycle to work scheme.
- Care Concierge: Get help navigating the care system with access to a team of dedicated care experts.
- Occupational Health Support and Health Surveillance: Ensure your well-being with our comprehensive occupational health support.
- My Benefits Platform: Enjoy discounts from high street retailers, health & wellness services, entertainment & days out, and home & DIY products.
- Independent Free Mortgage Advice: Receive free, independent advice on mortgages to help you make informed decisions.
Please don’t delay your application, this role could be filled at any time for the right candidate.
Please be aware that Dennis Eagle is not a sponsoring organisation. Therefore the successful applicant must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure the right to work in the UK independently.
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