Electrical and Electronic Engineer

Electrical and Electronic Engineer – AVL Powertrain UK Ltd

Location:

Coventry, GB

Job Type: Permanent

Posting Date:
Dec 2, 2025

Job

AVL Powertrain UK Ltd offers a role in the United Kingdom as an Electrical and Electronic Engineer. This position is part of our thriving DDI Department (Design, Development and Industrialisation) in Coventry and will play a crucial part in developing modern passenger‑car powertrain systems. You will be responsible for, or support the team on, design, development, sign‑off and release of electrical powertrain components.

The engineer will support the customer team to identify, analyse, and resolve complex problems and requirements in the field of electrical components of Battery, EDU or Fuel Cell systems.

• Contribute to electrical component design activities; proficiency in at least one CAD package is advantageous.
• Apply an understanding of the automotive development process across concept, design, verification, and industrialisation stages.
• Support system‑level and component‑level requirements engineering.
• Interpret 1D/3D analysis data and assess impacts on component design.
• Assist in the development of DFMEA, DVPs, and component test plans.
• Analyse test data and provide design‑impact assessments.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate findings verbally and in writing.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams and interface with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Support the creation, review, and sign‑off of component specifications.
• Represent and promote AVL competences and services within customer environments.
• Travel within the UK and internationally may be required.

• Strong academic background in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to manage workload, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills and willingness to work in a collaborative team setting.
• Self‑driven, curious, and comfortable operating in dynamic engineering environments.
• Understanding of vehicle/powertrain system and component requirements (e‑machines, hybrid systems, battery systems, etc.).
• Awareness of FMEA, DVP&R, 8D Techniques.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Driving licence.
• Willingness to travel.
• Open‑minded, flexible “can do” attitude.

• Specific experience on battery, fuel cell or EDU design & development.
• Masters or PhD in a specific subject area.
• Member of a relevant professional institute (e.g. IET, IMechE).
• Knowledge/experience in CAD tools such as Catia, NX or equivalent.

• EV Lease Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Flexi‑time (applies to most roles)
• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year (increases by 1 day annually up to the maximum of 28 days)
• Special occasion leave (eligibility after probation, subject to conditions)
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance and Income Protection Insurance
• One paid professional membership annually

Please be aware that this role is available to candidates who do not require UK sponsorship. If an offer of employment is made, applicants are required to undergo a DBS check. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and the company reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that the applicant has unspent criminal convictions.

Closing date: 10/12/2025. We look forward to receiving your details for the unique opportunity to join our growing, high‑tech, international team.