Brake by Wire Lead Engineer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 8 May 2026
LOCATION
Gaydon
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£65,000 / year
CATEGORY
Engineering
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SKILLS

Brake Systems Development FMEA P-Diagrams Noise Factor Analysis Data Analysis Requirements Management Vehicle Testing Mechanical Engineering

FULL DESCRIPTION

Brake by Wire Lead Engineer

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Brake by Wire Lead Engineer to support the definition, development and delivery of new brake systems, integration of harmonised systems solutions within Chassis Engineering for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] vehicles.

  • Location: Gaydon
  • Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
  • Work Type: Hybrid
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Experience Level: Mid-Senior level
  • Posting Date: 06/05/2026
  • Closing Date: 20/05/2026

About the Role

Product Engineering at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is centred on innovation and creativity. From advanced driver assistance systems to developing the future of electric propulsion, the opportunities to create exceptional experiences for the future of motoring are wide-ranging. You'll work alongside industry experts to drive product strategy, manage programs, analyse performance, and lead transformation initiatives. Exceptional careers that bring world-renowned vehicles to life start here.

The Brake by Wire Lead Engineer will be responsible to support the definition, development and delivery of new brake systems, integration of harmonised systems solutions within Chassis Engineering and [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] vehicles.

The Brakes Engineering Team brings together expertise to specify, engineer and deliver braking system from concept to production that meet the customer braking attributes and regulatory requirements. Our mission is to deliver Safe, Silent and Clean braking system working in close collaboration with Chassis, ADAS and Powertrain departments. Responding to changing lifestyles and mobility trends, we are developing the cutting-edge technology which will keep us at the forefront of delivering the world class driving experiences our customer love.

What to Expect

  • Systems integration for new braking technologies – investigate and define system logical and physical architecture and be part of the team to coordinate and deliver the new technologies
  • System Functional and Non-Functional Analysis - carry out a range of analysis and investigations of the customer requirements to define the expected system functionality and performance targets
  • System Design Specification – prepare system hardware and software requirements specifications and developing functional designs, demonstrating how the system satisfies the defined requirements
  • System Functional and Physical Architecture - liaise with architecture teams to maintain alignment with the specified programmes, as well as electrical and physical vehicle architecture
  • Verification and Validation – be a part of the team that design and develop system integration tests, Lead cross-functional technical reviews on the systems
  • Undertake Physical testing on prototype test properties to verify system and vehicle performance
  • Tools & Processes – Identify and coordinate the development of tools and processes to support delivery of new braking technologies

What You'll Need

  • Understanding of Brake Systems development and delivery (V cycle)
  • Quality and robustness techniques and standards such as FMEA, P-Diagrams, noise factor analysis, and data analysis techniques to support this
  • Experience with requirements and test case management tools and processes, version control, control strategy documentation
  • Appropriate driving licences and experience with vehicle testing and diagnostics
  • Mechanical Engineering Degree qualified or relevant experience

Benefits

  • Discounted car purchase (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 [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] 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
  • Comprehensive Life Assurance and Income Protection policies
  • Flexible working*

*Flexible working is offered for specific roles dependant on responsibilities. Please speak to the hiring team for details.

Hybrid Working

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

Inclusion

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 from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role – but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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