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The DRVN Automotive Group are seeking a Verification & Validation Engineer to join our team in a low-volume vehicle environment where innovation, craftsmanship, and rapid iteration are at the core of everything we do. In this role, you will take ownership of ensuring that each vehicle and its systems meet engineering, safety, performance, and legal requirements. The V&V Engineer will play a critical role in bridging hands-on testing and validation activities with the specific demands of IVA homologation across DRVN’s vehicle portfolio. You will work closely with designers, prototype technicians, suppliers, and build teams to ensure each product achieves certification efficiently, while preserving the character, intent, and quality of the vehicle. Overview of the Role • Verification & Validation Engineer (Niche Low‑Volume Vehicles), • Salary: £ 35,000 - £40,000 DOE, • Holidays: 33 Days Holidays, • Pension / Healthcare / Life Insurance, • Employee Referral Scheme, • Location: Coventry Company Overview The DRVN Automotive Group is a sector-leading automotive group, specialising in the design, manufacture, and distribution of luxury automotive brands. Recognised globally for our commitment to innovation, quality, and engineering, we are proudly centred around delivering a world-class customer experience. Our recent launch of Evoluto, along with the reimagination of some of Ford Motor Company’s most historically significant icons – including the RS200 and MK1 Escort places DRVN at the forefront of modern automotive excellence. These projects provide our engineers with an exceptional platform to showcase their skills across various disciplines and be part of some of the most exciting modernisation programmes the industry has ever seen. Key Responsibilities Test Planning & Execution • Take ownership of developing a robust DVP plan at system and vehicle level., • Define and develop test plans, methods, and procedures for vehicle and system-level validation., • Execute laboratory, rig, and vehicle tests including durability, performance, thermal, NVH, and functional evaluations., • Support prototype builds and ensure readiness of test assets, instrumentation, and measurement systems., • Support vehicle evaluations on test tracks, proving grounds, and public roads (where appropriate)., • Specify instrumentation requirements and configure data capture equipment (Analogue sensors, NVH equipment, thermocouples, etc.)., • Collect, process, and analyse test data to identify issues, trends, and opportunities for improvement., • Interface with suppliers, test facilities, and internal/external engineering partners., • Provide input during design reviews, programme reviews, and gateway assessments., • Own the Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) process for all development and customer vehicles., • Conduct early compliance assessments to influence design decisions without compromising the character of bespoke features., • Prepare technical evidence packs, test results, drawings, and design rationale for approval authorities., • Support pre-IVA inspections and guide workshop and build teams through any modifications needed., • Liaise directly with DVSA, test centres, and regulatory bodies, ensuring smooth certification for each vehicle., • Track regulatory changes that specifically impact low-volume manufacturers and coach the business on their implications. Essential Skills • Degree in Automotive, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent hands-on industry experience., • Minimum 3+ years’ experience with V&V, test engineering, or system validation in a low-volume or prototype-heavy environment., • Understanding of vehicle systems and architecture (chassis, body, electrical, powertrain, etc)., • Able to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and CAE results., • Hands-on experience with instrumentation, sensors, and data logging systems., • Excellent problem-solving ability and a methodical approach to validation activities., • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce high-quality technical reports., • Ability to work independently as well as part of a cross-functional team., • Confident working directly on vehicles alongside technicians and craftsmen. Desirable Experience • Knowledge of automotive standards and regulatory requirements (ISO, UNECE, safety standards)., • Familiarity with DFMEA/PFMEA and robust engineering principles., • Workshop experience: fabrication, prototype assembly, diagnostics, or troubleshooting., • Proving ground driving qualifications or professional driver development., • Proven understanding of IVA regulatory requirements and how to practically apply them to bespoke builds., • Working knowledge of UNECE regulations relevant to niche manufacturers., • Relationship experience with DVSA or third‑party homologation agencies. Right to Work Please note that this role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Right-to-work checks will be carried out in accordance with Home Office requirements. Equality & Inclusion Statement We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you

Lead Engineer — Body & Trim\n\nRole Overview\n\nWe are seeking an experienced Automotive Body & Trim Lead Engineer with a strong background in classic car restoration and restomod vehicle programmes. This role combines hands-on engineering knowledge with strong commercial and customer-facing skills. The successful candidate will support the design, engineering and manufacture of bespoke body and trim solutions, prepare detailed and accurate customer quotations and act as a technical interface between engineering, production, suppliers and clients.\n\nThe role requires a meticulous approach to craftsmanship, a deep understanding of heritage vehicle construction and the ability to translate engineering solutions into clearly defined scopes of work and costs.\n\nKey Responsibilities Engineering & Technical Delivery\n\n 1. Deliver OEM-level engineering capability for body and trim systems, ensuring all work meets the premium craftsmanship, fit-and-finish expectations typical of modern OEMs. This includes the integration of modern materials, advanced joining methods and high-precision assembly processes appropriate for high-end restoration and restomod applications,\n\n 2. Lead the end-to-end technical definition of customer-commissioned Body & Trim projects, ensuring engineering outputs comply with PQ (Pre-Qualjfication) and gated programme requirements. Produce clear engineering documentation, decision records, build instructions and technical reports that support controlled project progression.\n\n 3. Conduct detailed DFMEA, technical risk assessments, and manufacturing feasibility studies to ensure that proposed body structures, trim concepts, and restoration methods are robust, serviceable and deliverable within customer budgets and programme timing.\n\n 4. Support the engineering of heritage-correct body shells, door systems, closures, brightwork, glazing and bespoke interior trim, ensuring all components meet both the original vehicle's character and modern customer expectations for quality, refinement, and durability.\n\n 5. Interpret and validate OEM-style CAD data, PQ release packs, legacy drawings and benchmark references to create engineering solutions that are compatible with existing vehicle geometry, classic body frameworks and restoration constraints.\n\n 6. Oversee the technical integration of new body panels, carbon- or aluminium-based structures, modern sealing systems, NVH improvements and upgraded interior materials, ensuring they align with the aesthetic and functional intent of original classics while enhancing usability and longevity.\n\n 7. Provide technical leadership during build phases, prototype fitting sessions, first-off parts inspections and on-vehicle validation, ensuring that bodywork and trim assemblies achieve the alignment, gap/flush standards, surface quality and tactile finishes expected of premium automotive brands.\n\n 8. Work collaboratively with coachbuilding teams, panel beaters, trimmers, wood/veneer specialists, CAD surfacing engineers, paint technicians and suppliers to ensure engineering intent aligns with practical, artisanal manufacturing methods used in classic and restomod vehicle builds.\n\n 9. Lead problem-solving activities using structured approaches (5-Why, Ishikawa, containment and corrective action plans) to resolve engineering issues, build inconsistencies, or supply-chain challenges during PQ phases or customer inspection milestones.\n\n 10. Ensure all engineering and build activities comply with OEM-level quality systems, traceability expectations and documentation standards. Maintain accurate records of modifications, material selections, measurement data and testing outcomes to support customer transparency and regulatory needs.\n\n 11. Provide technical expertise directly to customers, including Bentley-style programme reviews, inspection days, and engineering briefings. Clearly communicate design rationale, restoration strategy, engineering risks and cost drivers to ensure customer confidence and alignment throughout the project.\n\nClassic Car Restoration Expertise\n\n 1. Apply in-depth knowledge of classic vehicle construction methods, materials and period-correct finishes.\n\n 2. Assess vehicle condition, restoration scope and technical risk during project definition.\n\n 3. Advise on repair vs replacement decisions for body and trim components.\n\n 4. Ensure restorations respect original design intent while integrating suitable modern upgrades where required.\n\nQuotation & Commercial Support\n\nPrepare detailed, costed quotations for restoration and restomod projects, including:\n\nEngineering and design hours o Manufacturing and build operations o Parts, materials and bought-out items o Tooling, fixtures and sub-assembly costs\n\nBreak down work scopes clearly to support customer understanding and internal planning.\n\nSupport change management by preparing revised quotes for scope changes or engineering updates.\n\nWork with commercial and operations teams to ensure quotations are realistic, achievable and profitable.\n\nCustomer & Stakeholder Engagement\n\nAtt as a customer-facing technical representative, explaining engineering solutions, repair strategies and cost drivers clearly and professionally.\n\nParticipate in customer meetings, vehicle inspections and project reviews.\n\nBuild strong relationships with clients, understanding their expectations for quality, authenticity and delivery.\n\nProvide clear technical input to support sales, programme planning and customer decisions.\n\nContinuous Improvement & Quality\n\nContribute to improving quotation accuracy, cost databases and estimation processes.\n\nCapture lessons learned from completed projects to improve future engineering and costing activities.\n\nSupport quality standards and attention to detail expected in high-end automotive restoration and bespoke manufacture.\n\nSkills & Experience\n\nEssential\n\n 1. Proven experience as an engineer within automotive body and trim, classic car restoration, or low-volume / bespoke vehicle manufacture.\n\n 2. Strong understanding of classic vehicle structures, body construction, trim systems and restoration techniques.\n\n 3. Experience working on restomod or heritage vehicle programmes.\n\n 4. Ability to produce clear, detailed and accurate quotations for engineering and manufacturing work.\n\n 5. Comfortable in a customer-facing role, able to explain technical and commercial topics clearly.\n\n 6. High level of attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship and quality.\n\nDesirable\n\n 1. Experience with CAD systems and interpreting surface data and legacy drawings.\n\n 2. Knowledge of modern materials and processes applied within a classic vehicle context.\n\n 3. Background working with premium or luxury automotive brands.\n\n 4. Understanding of low-volume manufacturing, prototype builds and bespoke production.\n\nExcellent package & opportunity. Call Rachel NOW on (phone number removed) or apply online with CV Library

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