JOB TITLE: Vehicle Safety Laboratories – Test Engineer
SALARY: £44,000 – £52,000
POSTING START DATE: 20/04/2026
POSTING END DATE: 04/05/2026
LOCATION: Gaydon, Warwick, UK
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.
Come and join JLR as a Vehicle Safety Laboratories – Test Engineer, working at the heart of our Vehicle Safety Test Laboratory. This team plays a critical role in ensuring JLR vehicles meet internal requirements and global regulatory standards, supporting the delivery of safe, high-quality vehicles for markets worldwide. The work is practical, structured and technically focused, offering the opportunity to contribute directly to vehicle development and approval.
Based in Gaydon, the role involves arranging and conducting component, system and full-vehicle tests to support development, CAE and homologation activities. You’ll work with a wide range of quasi-static and dynamic test rigs, assessing systems such as pedestrian impact, interior head impact, seats, body and chassis structures, restraints, sensing systems and climatic airbag testing. The position also includes analysing test results, producing clear sign-off reports, and working closely with Safety Delivery teams, Technical Centres and external partners.
There are two working patterns available: a standard Monday to Friday day role, and a double day shift pattern (Approx Monday to Thursday 6am–2pm / 2pm–10pm, Friday 6am-12pm / 12pm – 6pm), which attracts a 16.6% shift allowance. This role would suit someone who enjoys hands-on laboratory work in a highly regulated environment, values clear processes, and takes pride in delivering accurate, compliant technical testing.
What To Expect
This is a hands-on position with plenty of scope to make an impact. Key responsibilities will include –
What You’ll Need
The ideal candidate will have a strong mix of experience, recognised training, and capabilities such as –
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:
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.
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