Homologation Specialist

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• Ensuring our vehicles comply with relevant national and international standards.
• Taking charge of the full homologation process: documenting every step and collaborating with internal teams, Daimler Truck, Daimler Buses HQ, and regulatory authorities.
• Keeping up to date with regulatory standards and developing strategies to address changes.
• Managing all aspects of retrofit compliance.
• Leading the full homologation process for new and existing vehicles, including submitting documentation for approvals, managing UK‑specific adaptations from EU approval and transitioning to Euro VII.
• Acting as the main liaison with regulatory authorities, handling inspections, audits, and resolving any issues raised.
• Attending SMMT and CPT meetings as well as tracking government funding schemes for the Bus and Coach industry.
• Identifying and implementing improvements to the homologation process to ensure best practice.
• Maintaining accurate, up‑to‑date homologation documentation and reporting.
• Coordinating closely with engineering, quality and production teams to integrate compliance throughout product development.

• Must hold the right to work in the UK.
• Degree in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field is essential.
• Proven experience with M2/M3 vehicle categories (buses and coaches).
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in vehicle homologation or regulatory compliance is essential.
• Training or certification in EU WVTA, UN‑ECE regulations and ISO standards is desirable.
• Strong understanding of EU Regulations, UNECE standards and CoP requirements.
• Technical proficiency in vehicle systems and testing protocols.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.

• Analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and in cross‑functional teams.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex regulations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English (German is desirable).

• Competitive salary (from £41,885 with performance‑related bonus of 5% of salary).
• 39‑hour working week, Monday to Friday.
• 33 days holiday per year (including statutory holidays).
• Life assurance from day one (4× basic salary).
• Group personal pension scheme, with employer contributions increasing with service length.
• Private medical insurance.

• Seniority level:
  Mid‑Senior level.
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time.
• Job function:
  Other.
• Industries:
  Motor Vehicle Manufacturing.

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Location:

Coventry, England, United Kingdom.