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Project Manager - Powertrain Systems

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Job Description - Project Manager - Powertrain Systems

Project Manager – Powertrain Systems
Warwickshire
£27 per hour
Initially 6-month contract
40 hours per week

Certain Advantage is partnering with a leading automotive company to recruit a highly capable Vehicle Systems Test Lead. This is a dynamic role supporting the development, validation, and continuous improvement of vehicle test systems in a highly technical lab environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead sprint planning and KPI reviews to ensure timely project delivery.
  • Promote Agile principles and Scrum values across the team.
  • Design and deliver system test rigs that meet engineering requirements and First Time Right targets.
  • Translate testing requirements into detailed system architecture and hardware specifications.
  • Maintain documentation to meet audit and compliance standards (IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO 14001).
  • Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Mentor and support junior engineers in Agile methodologies and technical development.
  • Collaborate closely with operations and design teams to ensure a smooth handover of system designs.
  • Proactively escalate blockers and maintain up-to-date progress tracking using tools like JIRA.

Your Background:

  • Proven experience delivering complex system designs in an Agile or Scrum environment.
  • Strong understanding of automotive systems — especially electrified powertrains, HIL simulation, and electrical networks.
  • Ability to break down technical challenges and lead cross-functional collaboration.
  • Hands-on experience with instrumentation, voltage measurement, and thermal systems.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Visio; strong documentation and process discipline.
  • Certified Scrum Master or experience leading Agile ceremonies.
  • Six Sigma or equivalent problem-solving certification.
  • Experience with automotive standards and regulatory compliance.


During the Interview, We May Ask You About:
  • Your experience with system rig architecture and test delivery.
  • How you lead Agile teams and implement Scrum practices.
  • Your approach to solving technical problems and driving continuous improvement.

Are you intrigued? Apply now! Lukas - /

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