HIL Test & EV Charging Systems Engineer

Company Description

ALTEN is a global engineering and technology consultancy operating across over 35 countries worldwide. We partner with industry leaders across sectors including Aeronautics, Aerospace, Defence, Naval, Automotive, Energy, Rail, IT and many more to deliver innovative engineering solutions that drive technological advancement & support sustainable transformation.

Our teams of passionate and agile engineers work on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of technology and sustainability. At ALTEN, we empower talented engineers to innovate, solve complex challenges, and deliver impactful solutions that build tomorrow’s world—today.

Join us and start building tomorrow’s world today!

Job Description

As a HIL Test & EV Charging Systems Engineer, you will join our Automotive team supporting the development and validation of next-generation off-board EV charging systems and automotive battery technologies.

You will take ownership of off-board EV charging equipment, including ICCPD systems and vehicle interface functions, ensuring robust design, validation, and compliance across the full product lifecycle.

This role is ideal for an engineer with strong electrical, systems, and validation experience, who enjoys working at the intersection of design, testing, supplier coordination, and regulatory compliance.

• Location: Crewe
• On Site: Hybrid
• Clearance: None
• Experience Level: Mid-Level

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead engineering ownership of off-board EV charging systems, including ICCPD and vehicle interface functions.
• Define and manage system validation requirements, ensuring full design verification coverage.
• Deliver CAD release, validation sign-off, and technical documentation in line with gateway and product development processes.
• Ensure compliance with UK & European standards including IEC 62752, BS EN 61851-1:2019, BS EN 61439-7, CE and EMC requirements.
• Define and manage system safety architecture, including RCD selection (Type A / Type B) and smart charging features such as load management and demand-side response.
• Coordinate supplier development activities including design reviews, DFMEA, DFM, and validation test reports.
• Support electromechanical packaging design using CATIA V5 and manage EBOM updates within PDM systems in line with BS 8888 standards.
• Maintain product certification and compliance matrices for global market requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, systems, validation, and suppliers to ensure successful integration and delivery.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Experience in HIL testing, validation, or systems integration within automotive or EV environments
• Strong understanding of EV battery systems or off-board EV charging systems
• Proficiency in CATIA V5 and PDM/PLM systems
• Knowledge of automotive electrical systems, safety architecture, and EMC standards
• Experience in design validation, test planning, and technical documentation
• Strong supplier and stakeholder management capability
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional engineering environments

Required Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent military experience.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with ICCPD systems or smart charging infrastructure.
• Exposure to HIL testing platforms and EV validation environments.
• Knowledge of DFMEA, system safety engineering, and regulatory certification processes.

Additional Information

Why join us? 

We bring together entrepreneurial, tech-driven people to deliver innovative solutions for leading companies.

At ALTEN, you’ll work on exciting projects, supported by ongoing learning, mentoring, and clear career development tailored to your goals.

Join a passionate team and help build tomorrow, today.

In short you get: 

• A personalised career path and a rewarding management style 
• A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle & Tech Scheme 
• Employee assistance programme
• Life insurance & Pension Scheme
• Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
• Flexible way of working (role dependent)

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes. 

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. 

This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected . Details of this will be discussed with you at interview.

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