Calibration and Diagnostics Engineer

Company: ALTEN
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Location: Coventry
Job Description:

Job Description

As a Calibration & Diagnostics Engineer, you will join our Coventry team to support automotive engineering sector activities.

You will support vehicle development programmes through diagnostics, calibration activities, and complex issue resolution. Working within a fast‑paced environment, you will play a key role in troubleshooting powertrain systems and ensuring performance and compliance targets are met.

Location: Coventry | On Site: Hybrid | Experience Level: Mid‑level (3‑6 years)

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform vehicle diagnostics and support development testing activities
  • Flash calibrations and DCMs using ETAS INCA or equivalent tools
  • Investigate and resolve complex technical issues using structured problem‑solving methods
  • Support powertrain validation and ensure alignment with development targets

Qualifications

Required Skills

  • Proven background in an automotive development environment with diagnostics experience
  • Proficiency with ETAS INCA (or equivalent) and calibration flashing tools
  • Strong experience in issue resolution and structured problem solving
  • Customer‑focused mindset with strong communication skills
  • Full UK driving licence with less than 6 penalty points

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent military experience
  • Experience working within vehicle or powertrain development environments
  • Familiarity with automotive engineering processes and standards
  • Understanding of powertrain certification and test environments
  • Experience with powertrain homologation requirements
  • Proficiency with data analysis tools (Python, MATLAB, Concerto)
  • Knowledge of FMEA, FMA, Six Sigma or similar methodologies

Additional Information

  • Personalised career path and rewarding management style
  • Diverse engineering projects across industries
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Life insurance & Pension Scheme
  • Social atmosphere, regular gatherings & team buildings
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent)

Equality & Diversity

We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant & actively encourage applications from members of the Armed Forces community, including veterans, reservists, service leavers, and military spouses/partners. We recognise the value of military skills and experience and are committed to ensuring that no applicant is unfairly disadvantaged during our recruitment and selection processes.

ALTEN is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the strength that comes from a global mix of backgrounds and perspectives. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of background or protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Security clearance: This role may require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. During onboarding, candidates will complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard. If you cannot meet the criteria, employment may be delayed or rejected. Details will be discussed at interview.

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Posted: July 1st, 2026