Chassis Dyno Technician

JOB TITLE: Chassis Dyno Technician
GRADE: V1/B/1  To see equivalent grades, see the People Portal 
POSTING START DATE: 04/02/2026
POSTING END DATE: 17/02/2026
LOCATION: UK - Whitley 
LINE MANAGER: Tristram Kennedy

If you are a Jaguar, Land Rover or Hourly 2022 colleague you will continue to be administered on your current grading structure with the associated terms and conditions.

If you are currently on BAC or EPMC terms and were hired before 1 April 2023, you will move to Jaguar terms. If you are currently on BAC or EPMC terms and were hired after 1 April 2023, you will move to Hourly 2022 terms and conditions.

As a Chassis Dyno Technician at JLR, you’ll keep the test facility running smoothly and maintain a productive workflow. You’ll provide essential test capability to the powertrain engineering and certification teams, using complex measurement instruments to deliver high quality data. Your work will directly support the development and optimisation of control technologies needed to meet key vehicle performance targets.

This role will work double day shifts, rotating between 06:00am - 14:00pm and 13:45pm - 21:45pm.

WHAT TO EXPECT 

In this role, no two tasks are the same. With lots of projects and relationships to build with people across the business and beyond, it’s a challenge that will help your career grow within an iconic organisation. Here’s what to expect:

• Own the planning, setup, and execution of chassis dyno tests, ensuring high quality output through accurate configuration of automation software, ancillary systems, limits, and parameters to meet project and safety requirements


• Coordinate and control test workflow during shift operations, making informed decisions on test prioritisation and progression by utilising all available data sources to support timely and efficient delivery


• Apply data driven problem solving to identify, diagnose, and rectify issues quickly, engaging relevant support teams as required and raising/tracking eTrackers to minimise facility downtime


• Ensure all required equipment, tools, and systems are available, fit for purpose, and compliant with safety protocols, including adherence to Health & Safety, Risk Assessment, and COSHH requirements


• Create, update, and improve internal test instructions, local processes, and test technique documentation to support consistent, efficient, and safe test delivery across the facility

WHAT YOU’LL NEED 

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that you’ll need to have to help you succeed here, including:

• Proven experience working within a Powertrain test environment, with strong understanding of test facility requirements, specifications, and core technical systems


• Strong ability to conduct data driven fault finding, problem analysis, and root cause identification using a methodical and logical approach


• Confident in applying advanced automation software to enable test delivery, including setup of parameters, limits, and ancillary systems for safe, high quality operation


• Demonstrate capability to plan, coordinate, and control workload independently, ensuring timely delivery of high quality test outputs
  
  

BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect a wide range of benefits:

• Discounted car purchase scheme (open to family members, too)


• A 52 week maternity leave policy and a 4 week paternity leave policy. Other parental leave policies are available.


• A competitive pension


• A JLR company performance-related bonus


• An employee learning scheme providing funding for; education, training and other activities which support the development of personal skills and promote lifelong learning.


• Access to open, employee-led support and social networks

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. 

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application, as this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.