REQ ID: 131372
JOB TITLE: Measurement Engineer - RLD Vehicle
SALARY: £45,000 - £55,000
POSTING START DATE: 15/04/2026
POSTING END DATE: 29/04/2026
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.

If you’re ready to push boundaries and channel your curiosity into work that shapes future JLR vehicles, this role places you at the forefront of innovation. You’ll bring the virtual world to life by capturing the real‑world data that powers our models, simulations and tools.

As a Virtual Support Measurement Engineer, you’ll be part of the team that turns physical vehicle behaviour into the insights that define Modern Luxury. From instrumentation and test planning to data acquisition and validation, your work will help future JLR products perform at their best before a single prototype turns a wheel. It’s a chance to flourish, craft your skills and maximise your full potential while working with pioneering technology across some of the world’s most exciting proving grounds.

WHAT TO EXPECT

In this role, no two days are the same. You’ll work across laboratories, public roads and international proving grounds, capturing high‑fidelity data that feeds JLR’s proprietary simulation models and development programmes. It’s hands‑on, varied and full of opportunities to grow within a team where individuality is celebrated.

Here’s what to expect:

• Lead end‑to‑end measurement activities across UK and international test locations, ensuring high‑quality, uncorrupted real‑time data for validation and sign‑off
• Prepare vehicles with advanced instrumentation and sensors, selecting the right transducers for each test objective
• Execute vehicle‑based testing for tyre characterisation, durability, driveline demand and broader behaviour studies
• Verify, analyse and report on measured data to support engineering chapters across JLR
• Contribute to the development of future measurement capabilities, including enhancements to bespoke platforms such as VBOTT

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Along with your ambition to achieve the exceptional, there are several skills that will help you succeed here, including:

• Strong experience and understanding of electrical, mechanical or power and control systems
• Experience in hands‑on vehicle testing, instrumentation and data acquisition
• Strong data analysis skills with an appreciation of measurement processes, tools and techniques
• Ability to lead measurement activity, including fitter‑tester and subcontracted support
• Knowledge of sensors, data logging systems and prototype vehicle environments (e.g., accelerometers, strain gauges, inertial GPS)

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.