ADAS Calibration and Validation Engineer

AVL Powertrain UK Ltd offers a job in the United Kingdom (GB) as a temporary, 12 month contract with potential extension.

AVL is seeking motivated engineers with a background in Automotive Engineering to join our exciting ADAS & AD team. Our engineers work with cutting edge technology and support the development of next generation ADAS and Automated Driving systems from concept level to production sign off on behalf of OEMs.

The role will primarily be based in our Midlands office with some travel to customers' locations and other worldwide AVL locations.

• Develop test plans and test cases for ADAS features, ensuring appropriate requirements coverage and traceability back to use cases.
• Plan, conduct and evaluate vehicle and systems tests in virtual environments, on test tracks and public roads.
• Develop calibration for ADAS features and functions.
• Identify and develop use cases for ADAS.
• Develop, define, and refine requirements for ADAS features (from feature level down to component level) as well as performance KPIs.
• Report and present project activities.
• Work with customers to understand and track project milestones and deliverables dates.

• Degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with vehicle integration, test planning, vehicle and systems testing in virtual environments, on test tracks, and public roads.
• Experience with ADAS features calibration, vehicle testing, data collection and post processing.
• Awareness of systems development lifecycle.
• Understanding of vehicle control modules, E/E architecture, and vehicle systems.
• Good communication skills in written and verbal English.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• High motivation and proactive attitude towards learning and new technologies.
• Flexibility to travel to suppliers, customers, and other AVL offices.

• ADAS/AD systems engineering experience.
• Knowledge of ADAS regulations and standards (UN ECE and ISO).
• Knowledge of C++, Python and/or ROS.
• Knowledge of simulation and validation tools (e.g. CarMaker).
• Experience using Vector tools (e.g. CANalyzer, CANape) or equivalent.

• EV Lease Scheme (Salary Sacrifice)
• Flexi time (applies to most roles)
• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 25 days holiday per year (increases by 1 day annually up to a maximum of 28 days)
• Special occasion leave (eligibility after probation, subject to conditions)
• Pension scheme
• Life Assurance and Income Protection Insurance
• One paid professional membership annually

Please be aware that this role is available to candidates who do not require UK sponsorship.

If an offer of employment is made, applicants are required to undergo a DBS check. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory DBS check and the company reserves the right to withdraw its offer in the event that the applicant has unspent criminal convictions.

Job posted on: 29/01/2026
Closing date: 27/03/2026

Location: Coventry, GB

Company: AVL Powertrain UK Ltd

Job Function: ADAS/AD

Contract Type: Temporary

Posting Date: Mar 5, 2026

Job ID: 38898

AVL is one of the world's leading mobility technology companies for development, simulation and testing in the automotive industry, and beyond. We provide concepts, solutions and methodologies in fields such as vehicle development and integration, e mobility, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), and software for a greener, safer, better world of mobility.