Steer By Wire - System Engineer

Job Description:

REQ ID: 130853
JOB TITLE: Steer By Wire - System Engineer
SALARY: £40,000 - £50,000
POSTING START DATE: 14/04/2026
POSTING END DATE: 24/04/2026
LOCATION: Gaydon

Product Engineering at JLR 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 purpose of this role is to work with technical leads to define and develop rapid prototyping systems and software, systems functions and analysis techniques for vehicle Steer By Wire (SBW) systems, within a pre-production design and development environment.

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:

* Development of analysis techniques to support project technical development

* Development of functions for rapid prototyping and rig development

* Integration of SW to support rapid prototyping and rig development

* Participate in Agile activities to create the development team quarterly delivery plan.

* Participate in vehicle and rig testing and development

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:

* Strong experience in function development for prototype software, data analysis to support design & development and Knowledge of common vehicle communication networks.

* Understanding of the basic systems engineering development process

* Ability to manage and run development testing, analysing and working from results with efficient impact.

* Proficient in Matlab and Simulink

* Ability to evaluate the performance and merits of alternative engineering solutions to create and develop requirements at multiple levels in the development V.

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 (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

* 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

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, 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.

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.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

WHAT WE OFFER

We look after our employees by offering a host of benefits and investing in their talent through award-winning training

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