DVP Data Engineer

DVP Data Engineer

Location: Woodford Halse
Job Type:Full-Time
Department:Engineering
Reports to: Head of Engineering Test and Validation

Singer is a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation; we are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.”

Reporting to the Head of Engineering Test and Validation, this role will actively support the Design Verification Plan (DVP) to verify all engineering content for all Singer Vehicle programmes through testing, inclusive of Development and Sign-off testing. Primarily you will work closely with the Instrumentation and DVP Engineers and be responsible for obtaining raw data and turning it into meaningful insights that support technical decision-making for the various Engineering function groups, ensuring quality of data gathered and timely analysis.

You will work with external suppliers and internal teams to initially define all the development requirements then working with the VEM, translate the requirements into a delivery plan. Tasks include creating plans, co-ordinating testing activities, ensuring the vehicle is prepared in accordance with the test requirements. Testing both hands-on and supporting, analysing results and writing reports. Adheres to Singer’s Operating Principles

• Collaborating with Chief Engineers, Attribute and Commodity Engineers and other stakeholders to ensure the vehicle/s are prepared in accordance with the test and data requirements.
• Support the specification of appropriate instrumentation based on test requirements
• Ensure sensor data acquisition systems are functioning and signed off prior to testing.
• Analysis of data from sensors such as accelerometers, microphones, transducers, thermocouples.
• Support Engineers with timely, well-structured data sets for analysis and decision making.
• Analyse results to identify trends, anomalies, and performance metrics against defined scope and requirements.
• Prepare technical summaries, visualisations, and structured reports for engineers and management
• Ability to effectively communicate data findings to Engineers and lead data troubleshooting.
• Maintain records for all test activities, including; test reports, Issues, vehicle specification and other documentation.
• Support national and international testing.
• Commission vehicles.
• Any other tasks assigned by the Management team to deliver the Singer Vehicle programmes

• Proving Ground permits – desirable
• Full Driving licence
• Advanced driving qualifications – desirable

• Prior experience within a Product Development department or Motorsport
• Hands-on experience with data acquisition hardware and software.
• Proficiency in data analysis software, tools (e.g. Motec, Python, MATLAB, Intrepid, AI) and reporting
• Ability to develop internal tools/ software for data processing and analysis
• Previous experience and understanding of automotive design, vehicle systems, vehicle development and testing processes
• Ability to diagnose electrical/ instrumentation issues is desired
• Project management and planning experience desired
• Experience of proving grounds and test facilities both national and international
• A relevant qualification in Automotive or Motorsport Engineering

• Passion for data and data analysis
• Track record…