We’re not just another bike brand - we're an iconic, British motorcycle brand with over 120 years of history behind us. Our new state-of-the-art facilities in Solihull, West Midlands are home to a tight-knit, but ever-expanding team that's passionate about delivering exquisite riding experiences to our customers.

Under new ownership and proud to be part of the TVS Motor family, we're entering a new era of global success. And we want you to be a part of it!

At Norton, we value respect, trust, and responsibility. We trust our employees to execute their roles exceptionally and professionally, and we value personal development, teaching, and learning. When you join our team, you'll have the opportunity to grow and learn alongside some of the most talented and dedicated people in the business.

So if you're passionate about motorcycles and looking to join a team that's shaping the future of this legendary brand, we'd love to hear from you!

The Role

We are looking for a Testing & Development Engineer to help us grow the product range and lift the quality of the engineering and its people to new highs.

The role of Testing & Development Engineer will be to manage and oversee testing and development elements of projects. Timely decision making and positive team leadership is key to a healthy and productive working environment. A hands-on approach and can-do attitude are essential, as is the ability to challenge mainstream thinking in a constructive and energetic way.

Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer of Testing & Development, you will be responsible for development and validation of products, including both new and existing platforms.

This is a contract for 6 months

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing and updating Engineering Test Procedures (ETP)

• Support in defining instrumentation hardware requirements to conduct ETP’s

• Working with T&D technicians supporting instrumentation onto test vehicles, rigs and powertrains

• Overseeing and managing testing on-site, at laboratories and at test tracks on both components and vehicle prototypes

• Working as a conduit between T&D and other Engineering faculties to support in delivery of testing data that correlates with engineering intent

• 3rd party Engineering Service Provider (ESP) day-to-day management and oversight of external testing to ensure correlation with Norton Engineering intent

• Inspecting parts and vehicles, investigating issues and performing root-cause analysis

• Processing data, presenting findings and writing reports

Key Skills & Experience

• An interest and detailed understanding of fundamental motorcycle principles

• Practical hands-on engineering and mechanical experience

• A minimum of 4 years automotive/engineering background/proven experience in a similar role

• Whole vehicle understanding of Powertrain, Chassis and Electrical systems

• A knowledge of DFM, DFA and 8D problem solving analysis

• Experience working with prototype vehicles

• Proficient in using MS office programs

• Experienced in using instrumentation and data-logging equipment.

• Good presentation and report writing skills

• Valid motorcycle licence and experience of riding motorcycles are highly desirable

Please note, this role will require travel to UK testing locations and occasional international travel.

Rewards of working for Norton:

We like to take care of our Nortoneers and we think we offer some pretty decent rewards. Here's what you'll get when you join the team:

💰 Competitive salary package that recognises your skills and experience

🌴A whopping 33 days of holiday (inc. Bank Hols) to relax and recharge

👴 Generous pension scheme that sets you up for the future, with access to personalised advice.

🚑 Private Medical Insurance and a Cash Back Programme to keep you feeling your best

💸 Life insurance (4x salary) because we've got your back no matter what

🍌FREE fruit, got to have your five-a-day!

🩺WeCare Employee Assistance Programme, which includes access to online GP services, dietary advice, mental health support, bereavement counselling, and a fitness programme

🚀 Experience the thrill of an entrepreneurial environment within a larger, well-funded company with ambitious long-term goals.

💡 Elevate your career with our Ideas for Excellence scheme, where every brilliant idea is not just valued, but also rewarded!

🌍 A diverse and international team that brings together different perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.

🎉 Join the fun with our twice-yearly employee events, payday socials, and loads of exciting activities in between!

🚴‍♂️Want to go green? You can enjoy free electric bicycle hire

We know how important it is to take care of our team, and we're committed to continually improving our reward offering in line with the business growth plan.

Join us and see for yourself!

PLEASE NOTE, WE DO NOT ACCEPT AGENCY APPLICATIONS