Senior Engineer - Emissions Laboratory and Test Facilities
Lotus Cars is renowned for crafting world-class, high-performance, and lightweight sports cars that are celebrated across the globe.
Lotus Cars Limited serves as the company’s manufacturing HQ in the UK, where we proudly produce iconic models such as the Emira and the all-electric Evija. As we continue to elevate our capabilities and global presence, we are seeking a Senior Engineer Emissions Laboratory and Test Facilities to join our dynamic Engineering -(Powertrain) team at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Hethel.
Summary:
Maintain a fully functional, operational and fit for purpose Emissions Laboratory Test facility, including calibration and maintenance of the facility. Provide technical support to enable Lotus to carry out vehicle emission testing to support product development and client requirements via the use of specialised Stars-Vets software/ programmes to meet all the relevant legal and quality requirements for test processes. The main focus are customer markets in Europe, USA, China and Japan, but may include other RoW markets Lotus export to, within the limits of our laboratory equipment.
To provide technical engineering support to the Propulsion Test Facilities and associated workshops/projects. Within the Propulsion Facilities we have Engine dynamometers, EV test (loaded) and spin rigs, battery emulators, rig facilities, vehicle battery build, engine build, and workshops
What you'll do:
• To provide technical support for equipment within the Powertrain Test Facility & workshop
• Provide high and low volt electrical system support (eg - 3phase 415v)
• Assist with operational requirements relating to vehicle based High Voltage systems
• Provide High Voltage (upto 1000v dc) support to fixed facility testing equipment
• To provide technical support for the installation of equipment required for projects
• Compile and collate data required for charges to projects / customers
• To assist in fuel tanker deliveries
• To maintain the fuel storage and delivery areas
• Design ,manufacture and implementation of systems to support testing within the Test Facilities
• To represent the company at client or supplier premises
• Maintenance and calibration of Test Facilities to traceable standards
• To liaise with the Test Facility support providers as required
• Manage emissions test and development work, producing weekly test plans to form outline of the work
• with ability to 'flex' test plan at very short notice to accommodate changes in test requirements in iterative
• testing programmes
• Provide Lotus Manufacturing with capability to carry out Conformity of Production (COP) Emission testing
• Ensure Emissions Test facility legal compliance and authenticity of results for each project
• Work closely with Type Approval with relation to test process requirements particularly any changes in
• legislation to ensure legislative compliance
• Responsible for compliance and calibration of emissions test system to meet all legal system requirements
• under 'Dangerous and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002' (DSEAR), 'Pressure Systems and
• Transportable Gas Containers 2000' (PSSR) legislation
• Monitoring and implementation of calibration and maintenance requirements in accordance with legislation
What you'll bring:
Essential:
- Experience in managing teams, business processes, documentation, and similar
- BTEC National or equivalent in mechanical , electrical or electronics engineerin City & Guilds Electrical qualification
- Highly skilled in the use, repair and calibration of engine test control systems and ancillary equipment
- Excellent hands on engineering skills (mechanical, electrical, electronics) Excellent fault diagnosis and analytical skills
- Experience within an Engine and Vehicle Test Facility. Experienced in development engine installations and testing
Desirable:
- 8th Edition Electrical qualification Banksman trained Wetstock analysis trained Health and safety training
- Knowledge of high and low volt electrical systems. Knowledge of pipework installations. Awareness of Emission Lab
- Good knowledge of computer / IT systems and software. Knowledge of programming
- Experienced in engine development build , dynamometer control system installations or emissions / combustion analysis
What we offer:
- 25 Vacation Days + Bank Holidays: Recharge, explore, or binge-watch your favorite series with plenty of time to relax and enjoy life outside of work.
- Performance Bonus: Get rewarded for your hard work with an exciting, non-contractual bonus scheme—because great effort deserves great perks.
- Future-Proof Pension: Plan for your tomorrow while thriving today with a solid pension scheme to keep your future bright.
- Private Healthcare: Stay healthy and stress-free with premium healthcare coverage tailored to keep you at your best.
- Grade ET4
Our Company:
Group Lotus is a leading sports car manufacturer with over 75-year long history of iconic designs, groundbreaking engineering and legendary victories on the F1 track. Today we are transforming into a truly global performance car brand focused on the electrical future. In 2022 we launched the Eletre, the world’s first all-electric hyper-SUV, and in 2023 our fully-electric Hyper-GT, Emeya.
As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them.
Hethel, Norfolk, England has been the home of Lotus for over 60 years, ever since Colin Chapman, our founder, started making championship-winning racing cars. In conjunction with production facilities in Norwich, and research facilities near Warwick, our UK sites offer a wide breadth of roles for all disciplines.
We're not just a car company; we're a diverse mix of talent from all walks of life. At Group Lotus, we firmly believe that diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential pillars of a thriving and successful organisation. Read more here: Equity, Diversity & Inclusion in Lotus Cars.
Do you want to know what Sophisticated, Rebellious and Pioneering mean for Lotus Cars Limited? Come and take a look at our career site and join the incredible adventure: https://lotusukmanufacturing.teamtailor.com/
- Department
- Engineering
- Locations
- Hethel
- Role types
- Permanent
About Lotus UK Manufacturing
For more than six decades, Hethel, Norfolk, has stood as the headquarters of Lotus, tracing back to the visionary inception of our founder, Colin Chapman, crafting championship-winning racing cars.
Complementing our legacy, production facilities in Norwich and Warwick collectively form an integral part of our UK footprint, providing a diverse array of opportunities
Hethel hosts our race track, engineering functions, and the newly established Chapman Production Centre. This centre of excellence is renowned for its world-class standards and is presently engaged in crafting the Emira, Lotus's ultimate petrol-powered masterpiece.
The Chapman Production Centre stands as one of the world's most advanced low-volume automotive manufacturing facilities, with a capacity to produce approximately 5,000 cars annually.
Featuring a cutting-edge paint shop equipped with automated processes, and robots - including primer, colour, and clear coat application, it ensures an unparalleled finish, efficient throughput, and flawless consistency for our vehicles.
As part of the Lotus team, you push boundaries. Those of the car industry and of your own. Every member of the Lotus family has some of the pioneering mindset of founder Colin Chapman in them.
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