Lead Engineer Homologation
Any UK Site
We're leading the transition to zero-emission mobility.
Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double deck buses and is the UK’s largest bus manufacturer.
At Alexander Dennis, and across NFI and our family of brands, we are helping to save the planet. Through our Sustainability Pledge, which guides our daily actions and long-term planning, we are passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world. To learn more about our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey check our website. Our diverse, dynamic and resourceful team members embrace challenges every day which makes us the successful international company that we are.
Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us and apply directly to your dream job!
POSITION SUMMARY:
We’re seeking an experienced and driven Lead Engineer – Homologation to join our Whole Vehicle Verification team. In this pivotal role, you will lead homologation projects, ensuring our vehicle designs comply with legislative requirements and maintain conformity throughout the product lifecycle. This is an exciting opportunity to provide expert guidance across the business, collaborate with approval authorities, and represent our organization in legislative forums. If you have the expertise, ambition, and enthusiasm to excel in this critical role and contribute to our team’s success, we’d love to hear from you!
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
- Take ownership of homologation for assigned platforms/territories, managing certification, maintenance, conformity of production, and updates aligned with customer or internal changes.
- Monitor and analyse legislative requirements for current and new markets, providing regular updates, guidance, and impact analysis to internal stakeholders.
- Compile compliance evidence for self-certification markets and evaluate Conformity of Production safeguards, raising concerns as necessary.
- Participate in tender reviews, specification reviews, and design compliance meetings, contributing to timing and budget proposals for sales tenders.
- Support the development of the Homologation team’s capabilities through training and on-the-job assistance.
- Provide legislative support across the business, including creating design guides, delivering training, and offering expert interpretations.
- Act as the company’s representative to Type Approval authorities and legislative forums in the UK, Europe, and globally as required.
- Manage allocated projects, including resource management, time and cost analysis, and progress reporting through agreed channels.
- Collaborate with Engineering teams to access necessary data and documentation using company systems.
- Explore alternative homologation strategies by studying relevant materials and attending product shows when permitted.
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
- Competent understanding of UK, European and Federal homologation procedures.
- Computer literate (Microsoft 365 essential).
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven Experience of Type Approval process and close working with Type Approval Authorities.
- Good knowledge of body and chassis systems.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in an Automotive Engineering environment or similar with at least 3 years’ experience in Homologation preferred.
- Experience of managing multiple complex projects with internal and external resource.
- Valid UK driving license desirable
- Valid Passport desirable
- PSV driving licence desirable.
- Willing to travel frequently desirable, with possible domestic and international secondments.
WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:
- Generous salary package – we reward our people at the level they deserve.
- A 37-hour working week, with flexible working options, giving you that much needed work/life balance.
- Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.
- Annual leave entitlement which increases with tenure.
- Pension scheme to help you save for the future.
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life.
- Cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, and regular meditation sessions as your health and wellbeing is important to us.
OUR WHY:
We move people. The world's most precious cargo.
We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility and our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.
NEXT STEPS:
If this sounds like you, and you’re interested in coming ‘aboard’, then we would love to hear from you. Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!
We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
If you are an internal applicant, you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.
Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us call on +44 1324 621 672 or send an email to [email protected]
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