Senior Systems Engineer - Charging Systems
Forseven is rethinking what it is to be a car company through powerful technologies and engineering excellence. A new take on an established industry, we’ve got a growing team that is knowledgeable, experienced and deeply passionate about this endeavour.
We’re seeking a Senior Systems Engineer – Charging Systems to join our rapidly growing team. Reporting to our Engineering Manager – Powertrain System Validation, you will be responsible for the Systems Engineering of vehicle Charging Systems, providing definition of the charging process and all associated interactions including charging request, pre-conditioning and driver interactions through vehicle and phone interface. Acting as the interface between vehicle product requirements and engineering specifications, the role will ensure a complete user experience is delivered.
This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity from our offices near Leamington Spa. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, Forseven offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.
What you’ll do
· Ownership of the technical delivery of the Charging System, designed to meet the required user experience by decomposing appropriate engineering system requirements to the relevant engineering functional teams.
· Act as the subject matter expert for vehicle charging with a deep understanding of charging standards, protocols and legislations.
· Articulation of risks and opportunities associated with high level requirements and their implementation.
· Visibility of future technologies and trends in this area to ensure that engineered solutions suit future states.
· Ensure compliance with automotive safety standards, working with the homologation and functional safety teams, including ISO26262 and ECE R100 amongst others.
Who you are
· Significant experience of Electric Powertrains (Battery to Driveshaft) within an automotive engineering environment, degree qualified in a related engineering discipline.
· Knowledge of automotive standards (such as ISO 26262 for functional safety, UN ECE R100 for high-voltage safety, and automotive EMC standards) and engineering practices
· Demonstrable knowledge of charging systems and associated technologies. Ability to present and explain technical strategies to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
· Demonstrable understanding of electric powertrain architectures and underlying principles and technologies including thermal management, HV harnessing, electrical safety systems, serviceability and control strategies.
· Good communication and ability to represent and articulate concepts to colleagues and seniors alike.
· A comprehensive understanding of the V-Cycle and its application in an automotive environment.
· Experience in system modelling programmes would be an advantage.
About Us
Forseven is building something new. By thinking differently. To create a new car company for the world.
Guided by expert leadership and powered by brilliant minds from the luxury, automotive and technology worlds, we’re committed to continuous improvement and the highest standards of quality. We promote a culture of excellence, integrity, and sustainable growth.
Together we are establishing a new legacy. Join us.
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At Forseven, we're revolutionizing the automotive industry, and we're on the lookout for a passionate Senior Systems Engineer - Charging Systems to join our innovative team. This is not just any role; you’ll be the driving force behind the systems engineering of our vehicle charging systems, converting complex requirements into user-friendly experiences. Reporting to our Engineering Manager – Powertrain System Validation, your day-to-day will involve collaborating with various engineering teams to ensure the seamless operation of charging processes, including handling user requests and pre-conditioning features through both vehicle and phone interfaces. Your deep expertise in electric powertrains and charging technologies will shine as you manage risks associated with high-level requirements while keeping an eye on exciting future trends in the industry. With compliance to automotive safety standards at the forefront—think ISO 26262 and ECE R100—you'll be instrumental in ensuring our products are safe and reliable. Moreover, you’ll be showcasing your exceptional communication skills by bridging the gap between technical specifications and practical applications, making a real impact as your ideas come to life in our rapidly expanding company. Whether you’re discussing concepts with peers or presenting strategies to stakeholders, your comprehensive knowledge of electric powertrain architectures, thermal management, and serviceability will be your best asset. So, if you’re ready to shape the future of automotive technology in a scale-up environment, Forseven might just be the perfect place for your talents to flourish.
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