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

At Norton Motorcycles, every detail matters — from the first sketch to the final test ride. As Project Manager – Test & Development, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our world-class motorcycles meet the highest standards of performance, quality, and reliability.

In this role, you’ll manage the Design Verification Plan (DVP) and testing status across multiple vehicle projects, ensuring all validation activities are tracked, coordinated, and delivered to plan. You’ll also support parts tracking, departmental planning, and administrative coordination, helping to keep the Test & Development function running with precision and efficiency.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and proactive individual who thrives in a fast-paced, engineering-led environment and wants to contribute directly to bringing iconic motorcycles to life.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and manage the Design Verification Plan (DVP), maintaining accurate status tracking and documentation across all vehicle programs
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely completion of all validation and test activities
• Support parts tracking for test and development builds, ensuring availability, traceability, and documentation accuracy
• Assist with departmental planning, including scheduling, resource allocation, and milestone reporting
• Provide administrative and coordination support to the Test & Development leadership team
• Track and report project progress, highlighting risks, dependencies, and required mitigations
• Help drive continuous improvement across test processes, data management, and documentation standards

About You

• Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline
• Strong organisational and coordination skills, with meticulous attention to detail
• Experience managing project documentation, test plans, or validation activities in an engineering or automotive environment
• Comfortable working with engineers, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to maintain project momentum
• Proficient in MS Office and project management tools (e.g., Excel, MS Project, or similar)
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present clear and concise updates to technical and non-technical audiences
• A proactive, can-do attitude, with a passion for precision and quality in every task

Desirable

• Experience in automotive, motorcycle, or mobility product development
• Familiarity with test and validation documentation, DVP&R, and prototype build processes
• Understanding of engineering change, BOM management, or PLM systems
• Passion for motorcycles and an appreciation for craftsmanship, innovation, and performance engineering

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

🚗 Plus, no need to stress about finding a parking spot - we've got on-site free parking covered and FREE electric charge points.

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