REQ ID: 129538
JOB TITLE: Lead System Integration Engineer
SALARY: £55,000 - £65,000
POSTING START DATE: 31/07/2025
POSTING END DATE: 14/08/2025
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.

Join the Chassis Motion System team as a Lead System Integration Engineer and help develop smart off-road driving technology with autonomous ambitions. You’ll work in an agile squad to design, integrate, and test control systems powered by sensors and actuators, solving complex challenges and shaping the architecture behind future-ready features. You’ll play a central role in redefining how drivers and vehicles conquer off-road terrain.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Own the integration and delivery of intelligent chassis control software that transforms how customers experience off-road driving by using JLRs leading Auto Terrain Response technology.

•    Lead the integration and testing of a multi-sensor, actuator-driven control system
•    Support system harmonisation across distributed vehicle architectures
•    Develop physical interfaces and update core system documentation
•    Create validation plans and test cases to prove software functionality
•    Investigate and resolve issues through root-cause analysis
•    Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate software capability

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Bring technical expertise and leadership to a high-performing squad shaping the future of mobility.

•    In-depth knowledge of systems integration and engineering for safety-critical environments
•    Strong grounding in software controls and mechatronic system theory
•    Previous experience in end to end delivery of vehicle adaptive systems and features such as terrain response, lane assist, cruise control or any other ADAS features.
•    Hands-on experience in physical testing, CANape, CANalyzer, Flexray, Ethernet.
•    Proven delivery of software-based features from concept to production
•    Ability to lead, prioritize, and problem-solve across technical challenges

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.