Engineering Manager - Homologation

Engineering Manager - Homologation

Any UK Site

We're leading the transition to zero-emission mobility.

Alexander Dennis is a global leader in the design and manufacture of double deck buses and is the UK’s largest bus manufacturer.

At Alexander Dennis, and across NFI and our family of brands, we are helping to save the planet. Through our Sustainability Pledge, which guides our daily actions and long-term planning, we are passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world. To learn more about our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) journey check our website. Our diverse, dynamic and resourceful team members embrace challenges every day which makes us the successful international company that we are.

Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us and apply directly to your dream job!

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Homologation Specialist to bring a breadth of legislative knowledge and application to our Business. The successful candidate will ensure our vehicles comply with all applicable legislative requirements, working closely with government authorities and internal teams to certify and maintain our product standards. This role offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team in ensuring our vehicles meet the highest standards of safety and compliance. You will work in a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the success and innovation of our products.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Manage homologation for defined platforms/territories, ensuring certification, maintenance, and conformity of production.
• Review legislative requirements and provide impact analysis, guidance, and interpretation.
• Compile and submit compliance evidence for overseas markets.
• Evaluate Conformity of Production safeguards and raise concerns as necessary.
• Engage in tender reviews, specification reviews, and design compliance reviews.
• Develop knowledge and capabilities of the Homologation team through training and support.
• Liaise with Type Approval authorities and represent ADL in legislation forums.
• Manage assigned projects, including internal staff and external resources, time, and cost analysis.
• Obtain data for documentation through liaison with Engineering and appropriate systems.
• Stay updated on legislative interpretations and homologation strategies.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Degree level in an Engineering discipline is preferred, however experience in an applicable Engineering or Legislative field with HNC or equivalent will be considered.
• Competent understanding of UK, European and/or Federal homologation procedures.
• Experience of Type Approval process essential.
• Experience of close-working with Type Approval Authorities desirable.
• ·Able to work under own initiative.
• Able to assimilate new and complex information.
• Able to communicate interpretations of text to others at a number of different levels (both written and verbal).
• Good knowledge of body and chassis systems.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in vehicle Homologation.
• Logical and analytical reading and thinking, plus a good attention to detail.
• Computer literate (Microsoft 365 essential).
• Valid UK driving license essential.
• Valid Passport preferred.
• Able to travel, as some Homologation activity requires overnight stays both in the UK and aboard, with possible extended travel or secondment if desirable

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

• Generous salary package – we reward our people at the level they deserve.
• A 37-hour working week, with flexible working options, giving you that much needed work/life balance.
• Ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house training initiatives along with tuition subsidies for courses at outside institutions.
• Annual leave entitlement which increases with tenure.
• Pension scheme to help you save for the future.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support on issues impacting your life.
• Cycle to work scheme, discounted gym membership, and regular meditation sessions as your health and wellbeing is important to us.

OUR WHY:

We move people. The world's most precious cargo.

We are driven by our purpose: we move people. Our vision is to lead the evolution of sustainable on-road mass transportation and mobility and our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

NEXT STEPS:

If this sounds like you, and you’re interested in coming ‘aboard’, then we would love to hear from you. Please complete our online application form and attach your CV!

We care deeply about being inclusive and we encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

If you are an internal applicant, you have a responsibility to inform your current line/department manager and local human resources representative before applying for the role.

Due to the volume of vacancies and applications, we would prefer that you submit your application online. If however, you require an alternative method of applying, please give us call on +44 1324 621 672 or send an email to careers@alexander-dennis.com

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