Homologation Engineer

Homologation Engineer

Gordon Murray Technologies has brought together class leading engineering talent to facilitate and introduce disruptive technologies and low environmental impact innovations to the mobility sector.

With multiple sites in the UK, Gordon Murray Technologies continues to grow with multiple vehicle programmes currently in development. As a result, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a proven Automotive Homologation Engineer to join our team in a Midlands-based location

Role Guidelines:

Reporting to Head of Homologation, you will play an active role in both the planning and execution of the vehicle certification process. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting legal evaluations of automotive designs.
• Performing sample testing for certification purposes.
• Creating engineering documentation necessary for reporting to authorities.
• Ensuring product legality throughout its production lifetime, post vehicle approval.
• Playing a key role in the creation of legal documents under current and future legal frameworks.
• Conducting research on these legal frameworks.
• Establishing necessary processes and databases across the company.
• Keeping various departments updated on homologation requirements that impact research, development, validation, and vehicle release in a global car manufacturing context.
• Liaising with Tier 1 and 2 suppliers, providing vehicle information as requested.
• Identifying applicable regulations, conducting necessary testing, preparing applications, and coordinating tests with external labs, vendors, and internal resources to ensure full certifications & compliance.
• Organising and supporting documentation related to regulatory certifications.
• Working with teams to ensure our products & processes meet evolving & applicable regulations.
• Tracking and understanding the regulatory environment.
• Facilitating discussions of legislative changes that might affect existing & new vehicle programmes.
• Interpreting regulatory requirements for global market and different territories.
• Communicating changes to regulatory requirements within the organisation and Tier 1 suppliers.
• Participating in design reviews, providing regulatory input to development teams and providing engineering analysis to policy and business groups.
• Suggesting solutions for compliance issues affecting the vehicle design.
• Reviewing manufacturing process to ensure the final product remains within the existing legal framework.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be confident, highly motivated, and possess excellent written & oral communication skills. Other qualifications and experience include:

• Level of involvement in the development, homologation and certification of automotive products in both Europe and Federal geographies.
• Experience of direct interaction and corporate quality communication with national and regional certification agencies.
• Demonstrable skills in typical business software (Office, Clouds, etc).
• Willingness to learn dedicated Homologation software (IMDS, DMX, etc).
• High level of accuracy & detail.
• Willingness to be involved in both typical office job and working in the field (test tracks, testing facilities).
• Calm character in times of high demand.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• No visa or other restrictions for working in the UK or travelling in the European Union.

Character Traits:

• Detail-oriented: Ability to pay close attention to details, as precision is key in homologation processes.
• Problem-solving skills: Ability to identify and solve technical issues efficiently.
• Strong communication skills: Ability to communicate effectively with various departments and regulatory bodies.
• Adaptable: Ability to adapt to changing regulations and standards in different regions.
• Analytical thinking: Ability to analyse and interpret complex technical data.
• Team player: Ability to work well in a team, as homologation often involves cross-departmental collaboration.
• Proactive: Ability to anticipate potential compliance issues and address them proactively.
• Knowledgeable: Up-to-date knowledge of domestic and international regulations and standards.
• Organized: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Resilient and Determined: Exhibits a strong commitment to seeing complex processes through to completion.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

Gordon Murray Technologies is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities, irrespective of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy status, religious beliefs, nationality, ethnicity, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information, or parental status. We encourage our employees to voice their opinions and beliefs freely.

Please note that all applicants must possess the Right to Work in the UK.

Disclaimer:

This vacancy is being advertised by Optamor Limited. Optamor is a specialist Recruitment Process Outsourcing provider. We provide a flexible full recruitment solution which takes care of all recruitment requirements from planning to on-boarding. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.