We are seeking an experienced Perception Engineer to provide maternity cover for a critical role within our ADAS sensor team. This position focuses on interior radar perception systems and requires someone who can drive technical initiatives with minimal guidance, manage complex stakeholder relationships, and establish clear requirements and testing frameworks.

Key Responsibilities:-

Requirements & Performance

• Lead the development and alignment of perception requirements across stakeholders

• Define and validate KPIs for sensor performance

• Drive agreement on performance metrics with suppliers

• Establish clear frameworks for engineering signoff

Testing & Validation

• Define and lead perception testing strategies

• Develop and manage test catalogues

• Lead exploratory testing initiatives

• Analyze and validate test results

• Drive issue resolution and performance improvements

Application & Reapplication

• Define and lead the process for reapplication of interior radar perception system

• Establish consistent delivery processes between carlines where currently lacking

• Manage virtual phase, data collection, and integration/reapplication testing

• Conduct and document impact assessments for reapplication activities

• Plan and justify resource allocation for reapplication activities

• Support technical integration:

• Manage technical issues and defect triage

• Provide technical guidance and support

• Drive resolution of integration challenges

Stakeholder Management

• Act as primary point of contact for perception-related matters

• Manage relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers

• Coordinate with internal teams (Systems, Diagnostics, Hardware, Project, Testing)

• Drive clarity and alignment across stakeholder groups

Project Planning & Management

• Develop and maintain project timelines and deliverables

• Prioritize and manage multiple competing workstreams

• Track and report on progress of key initiatives

• Identify and mitigate risks proactively

• Create and maintain task management frameworks

• Lead sprint planning and task allocation where required

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in automotive perception systems

• Strong background in requirements definition and management

• Experience in testing and validation of sensor systems

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal technical guidance

• Strong stakeholder management skills, particularly with suppliers

• Experience in ADAS development and testing

• Familiarity with automotive development processes and tools

• Proven ability to plan and manage complex technical projects

• Experience with Agile methodologies and task management tools