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The company's unique technology is used for many applications including the development of autonomous vehicles.\nRole Overview\n As a Verification and Validation (V&V) Team Lead, you will play a crucial role in our Systems Engineering team, focusing on the integration of hardware and software to validate and verify AB Dynamics' automotive test equipment. This includes both track testing solutions (such as driving robots and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) target products) and laboratory-based testing equipment (SPMM, ANVH, SSTM).\nYou will be responsible for leading a small team of five Verification and Validation engineers, defining and executing validation tests, developing automated test environments, and supporting system design. Additionally, you will manage requirements validation through ELM tools, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality in our products.\nThis role would be an ideal fit for a Senior Engineer looking to step up into a Team Lead role.\nCore Responsibilities\nDevelopment of the team, setting clear goals and objectives, monitoring performance and providing feedback and ensuring both personal and professional development of all team members.\nLine management of the Verification & Validation team. \nHelp develop and execute comprehensive testing plans, including functional, performance, and safety testing, to validate system behaviours under various conditions. \nDevelop automated test environments to enhance the validation process. \nCollaborate with the Systems Engineering team to support system design. \nManage documentation of requirements validation using ELM tools. \nConduct hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, simulation environments, and real platform testing at the test track. \nUtilize a range of software tools, including Jama, Enterprise Architect, Jira, Team City, Vector Cast, and LabVIEW. \nFoster effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and promote a multi-disciplinary understanding of our products. \nMaintain clear communication and meticulous attention to detail throughout the validation process. \nCollaborate with Test and Calibration to ensure any new product production Calibration methods, are correct and suitable. Supporting the development of non-standard methods as required \nWhat are we looking for?\nExperience of managing people, either directly or indirectly. \nA technical background, most likely an Engineering Degree or similar. \nProficiency in tools such as Jama, Enterprise Architect, Jira, Team City, Vector Cast, and LabVIEW are desired. \nExperience with hardware and software validation, particularly in an automotive context. \nStrong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment. \nExceptional attention to detail and communication skills. \nA valid UK driving licence is essential. \nWillingness to travel. \nWhy join us?\nWe are part of the AB Dynamics Group, an innovative, dynamic listed business with a friendly and supportive working environment. 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