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AVL Powertrain UK Ltd offers a job in the United Kingdom (GB) as

Controls Engineer (Fixed Term)

 

AVL Powertrain UK Ltd is seeking a Controls Engineer to join our Controls Team in Coventry. This role requires working with other team members and the customer to deliver controls and powertrain engineering projects according to the plan.

 

Please be aware that this temporary role is initially for a fixed term period of 12 months. However, this is subject to review with the view of being extended or made permanent based on the business requirements. 

 

 

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

•    Support process for powertrain control requirements development
•    Design, simulate, implement, debug, test and research control and estimation algorithms for various electrical, mechanical, and thermal systems in powertrain systems
•    Engage with suppliers and other stake holders to review hardware and software attributes
•    Develop the Software and Controls for the electrified powertrain

 

YOUR PROFILE:

Essential:
•    Engineering/Science Degree (or equivalent)
•    Automotive engineering knowledge / experience in design and validation for electrified powertrain systems
•    Experience of automotive control systems software development, data logging and calibration tools
•    Proficient in MS office tools (e.g. Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
•    Excellent communication and presentation skills
•    Willingness and ability to interface constructively with a global team
•    Driving license valid for driving in the UK
Preferable:
•    Experience in electrified powertrain area
•    Knowledge in machine learning, AI algorithms and predictive control systems
•    A working knowledge of vehicle architectures, communication protocols CANFD, FlexRay and Automotive Ethernet  
•    Awareness of ISO 26262 and ASPICE  
•    
Experience with Vector (e.g., CANalyzer, CANape) and Mathworks tools (e.g. Matlab/Simulink) or equivalent
•    Ability to work in an agile work environment
•    Project Management

 

WE OFFER:

•    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 the max. 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

 

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: 09/02/2026
Closing date: 06/03/2026

 

We look forward to receiving your details for the unique opportunity to join our growing, high-tech, international team.

About AVL

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 like vehicle development and integration, e-mobility, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), and software for a greener, safer, better world of mobility.

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Location: 

Coventry, GB

Company:  AVL Powertrain UK Ltd
Job Function:  Powertrain Engineering
Contract Type:  Temporary
Posting Date:  Feb 9, 2026
Job ID:  38941

About AVL

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 like vehicle development and integration, e-mobility, automated and connected mobility (ADAS/AD), and software for a greener, safer, better world of mobility.

Find out more: www.avl.com


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