Subcontract/Commercial Manager - Gloucestershire - £45000 - £51000 (KLO-100737)

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Subcontract/Commercial Manager
Gloucestershire, England
£45000 - £51000

Subcontract\Commercial Manager - The programme is a very dynamic, joint programme office information technology-focused effort with multiple subcontractors supporting an operational, mission critical project. Projects on the program typically take the form of Task Orders, which cover a wide range of budget, duration, scope, technology, and product types.

To provide subject matter advice and guidance and be responsible for leading all aspects of Major Subcontracts and new business opportunities within the ISandGS, Security, Global Programmes Division, TCP program. Flexibility and organisation are critical traits for the successful candidate, as the position calls for a broad spectrum of skills. To interface with programme management leads, senior leadership and act as an external spokesperson for the organisation. You should be considered an expert in UK acquisition regulations.
Required Skills: Expert in negotiations with suppliers. Self starter and able to work independently. Emerging expert in acquisition of technical services and equipment.

Desired Skills: Understanding of industry and company practices in Supply Chain Management. Knowledge of UK Acquisition Procedures and Company procurement systems such as OHM or SAP.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as an ability to analyse and present data. A self starter and highly motivated. The position requires excellent organizational skills, problem solving skills, and the ability to interface with suppliers and internal customers. Strong interpersonal skills, and be a flexible team player. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (MS Word, Power Point, Excel), with the ability to learn software applications required to perform subcontract administration duties.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Technologist/Material Scientists - Cambridge (BST-100512)

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Technologist/Material Scientists
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England

A leading advanced composites company based in Cambridge have a number of vacancies for experienced Technologists/Material Scientists to join their European Qualifications department.

They boast to be one of the largest US producers of carbon fibre; a major weaver of structural fabrics; the number one producer of composite materials such as honeycomb, prepregs, film adhesives and sandwich panels.



They market their products to a range of sectors including commercial aerospace, space and defence, wind energy, transportation, recreation and general industries.

The key activities of these roles are:

Testing the physical and mechanical properties of the materials using a variety of techniques
Project preparation and planning
Writing full technical reports
Reading and vetting external specifications
Preparation of specimens
Analysis and reporting of results
Further understanding and exploration of composite materials and their structures.
The ideal candidates will be educated to degree level in Chemistry, Materials or an Engineering field however, consideration will be given to candidates with a B-TEC, HNC or equivalent in these areas who also have relevant work experience.


Candidates MUST have previous experience in mechanical testing and it would be preferable if they also had experience in chemical testing.

The ability to work with minimum supervision, a keen eye for detail and a practical approach to work is essential as is the ability to problem-solve and work well within a team. Candidates must also have good report writing skills. Candidates must possess fluent English skills both written and verbal.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Cost Accountant - Oxford - £35k - 45k per year + 0 (SMA-100752)

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Cost Accountant
Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
£35k - 45k per year + 0

 

The company is a high performance engineering company who work with a range of high technology industries, including Motorsport and Aerospace. 

The primary role of the Cost Accountant is to support the Finance Manager in business planning and cost control. The Cost Accountant will work closely with Engineering and Operations to identify the key cost drivers in the business and to ensure activities such as Continuous Improvement, Investment decisions and Pricing strategies are based on sound financial information. These requirements will be achieved by developing and maintaining a comprehensive costing and reporting framework and by providing financial advice to support management in striving to deliver the planned growth of the company at the required levels of profitability.

Experience of costing in a manufacturing environment is desirable and you will need experience of operating an ERP system. You will also need an excellent grasp of commercial issues. Experience of designing and implementing a new costing and reporting system is an advantage, but not essential.
You must be highly computer literate, including advanced Excel skills, a highly self-motivated/self-starter with strong communication skills, have a creative and flexible approach and be able to build excellent relationships at all levels.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Production Engineer (Assembly) - Bath (BST-100115)

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Production Engineer (Assembly)
Bath, Somerset, England

A specialist manufacturer of small and medium volume suspension and gear parts for the defence industry are looking to recruit a Production Engineer (Assembly) to co-ordinate engineering activities to support the achievement of their requirements by effectively planning, scheduling and executing all production engineering related activities.
Reporting directly to the Operations Director you will establish and maintain all work instructions and documentation for assembly and test processes.

The main duties for the role are:

Compile detailed Route Cards to document manufacturing processes .using Max core business system.
Design and subsequently draw jigs and fixtures required to ensure efficient and cost effective assembly and test processes.
Monitor and maintain production output and yields to achieve target efficiency and costs.
Instigate and carry out process capability studies.
Provide detailed estimates in support of customer tenders, data to include; source and price Materials goods and services, detailed manufacturing times, etc
Undertake production trouble shooting, initiate and implement corrective actions.
Evaluate and undertake improvements to processes and methods. Eliminate non-value-added activities.
Define and implement planned maintenance programmes to minimise downtime.
As the Production Engineer you will be degree qualified or equivalent in production engineering.

You will have extensive knowledge of production processes with practical knowledge and application of MRPII, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement techniques, including 5 s, 7 Wastes, 7 Quality tools, TPM and Process Capability.

A team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work on own initiative, and able to influence others by demonstrating a positive can do attitude.
Computer literate with an understanding of MS Excel, MS Word and MS Project.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

EDS Engineer - Coventry (MBI-100738)

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EDS Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Our client is one of the world`s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Established for more than 60 years its product line-up has, more recently, moved into the design and manufacture of passenger cars, including electric vehicles.

Our client a world class manufacturer of automotive components and integrated modules is currently looking for a highly skilled Principle Engineer to support new project activities within their Electrical and Electronics division.

The main duties will involve:
- Technical lead for electrical packaging activities, focusing on Wire Harness, EDS and integrated vehicle electronics.
- Define technical requirements for all aspects of electrical packaging
- Technical lead for EDS circuit design and simulation activities for the project
- Co-ordinate 2D and 3D CAD Engineers involved in the layout of vehicle harnesses
- Define technical requirements for all aspects of circuit design and simulation

Applications are welcomed from qualified individuals (ideally chartered) who have strong numerical, literacy and analytical skills having delivered technical projects within the automotive arena. With the ability to overcome cultural barriers and ensure procedures and quality standards are maintained within complex projects, this opportunity offers excellent career progression and development with for a committed Engineer who is looking for a fresh challenge within a technologically driven environment.

There will be a degree of travel both throughout the UK, Mainland Europe and Asia to ensure technical innovations and product development activities are managed within time and budgetary constraints.

Excellent remuneration package and benefits are on offer for a forward thinking professional with the drive and determination to succeed within this highly competitive market sector.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Mechanical Systems Engineer, Advance Engineering - West Midlands (MBI-100732)

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Mechanical Systems Engineer, Advance Engineering
West Midlands, England

Our client is one of the world`s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Established for more than 60 years its product line-up has, more recently, moved into the design and manufacture of passenger cars, including electric vehicles.
Our client a world class manufacturer of automotive modules is currently looking to develop their Advanced Engineering department with a Mechanical Systems Engineer who can support current and new project activities.

The main duties will involve:
Supporting the feasibility phase, concept phase system and vehicle programme
Review and confirm targets for selected technological applications
Define, design and manage whole vehicle preparation for advanced system integration
CAE modelling of advanced systems and vehicles (e.g. Matlab)
Detail design of components as required to support the projects
Test design and supervision
Support the transition of advanced technologies from Advanced Engineering into mainstream product development
Write and present technical information/papers to senior management

This highly challenging position would suit a qualified individual who has a proven background within Advanced Engineering (Mechanical) with involvement in delivering and leading project activities. There will be a degree of travel both throughout the UK, Mainland Europe and Asia to ensure technical innovations and product development activities are managed within time and budgetary constraints.
With strong numerical, literacy and analytical skills this opportunity offers excellent career progressions and development for a forward thinking professional who is looking to work with cutting edge technology for a leading automotive supplier and OEM. Working towards chartered status would be a distinct advantage

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Strategic Purchasing Manager - Warwickshire - Attractive Salary & Benefits (LO-95555)

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Strategic Purchasing Manager
Warwickshire, England
Attractive Salary & Benefits

Dynamic purchasing professionals required to work for one of the world`s most iconic organisations. Offering a world-class range of the most desirable and luxurious products sold across over 150 markets globally, this organisation is going from strength to strength. As part of its expanding and dynamic Purchasing function, exciting opportunities exist for a number of talented, strategically focused Purchasing Managers.

You will have a proven track record in managing a dynamic and global purchasing function. Or be an experienced Senior Buyer looking to make the next career move.
You will be responsible for managing a team of strategic purchasing professionals with a global supply base.

Key Responsibilities of this role include;
* Responsible for managing combined spend of c 200 - 300m ensuring parts availability, value for money, pricing and optimised cash management is achieved
* Responsible for supplier selection
* Provide cohesive direction to teams involved in delivery of purchasing activities
* Development and implementation of supply base strategies
*Drive compliance with all purchasing policies and procedures
* Negotiation of annual productivity contracts with suppliers including management of raw material and exchange rate movements
*Management of relationships with internal customers and stakeholders

You must have the following skills/experience:

* Qualified to degree level + - ESSENTIAL
* 5+ years purchasing experience - essential
* Extensive knowledge of contract management - essential
* 2+ years of leadership experience - desirable
* Highly developed business acumen and negotiation/influencing skills - essential
* Strategic thinker
* Project management/GPDS - essential
These roles offer real strategic responsibility where you can utilise your creativity to make a difference. In return excellent prospects for development and a competitive salary and benefits package are offered.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

STA Engineer - Warwick - Job Car + Attractive Benefits Package (LO-97502)

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STA Engineer
Warwick, Warwickshire, England
Job Car + Attractive Benefits Package

Jaguar Land Rover is a business built around two great British car brands that design, engineer and manufacture in the UK. With a world-renowned reputation for the development and marketing of a world-class range of the most desirable and exhilarating vehicles money can buy, Jaguar Land Rover sells its products in over 150 markets worldwide and they are going from strength to strength. As part of its expanding and dynamic Purchasing function, you will be joining a truly global business with a rich heritage and exciting growth plans for the future.
The STA function is responsible for the capacity and quality performance of all new product and current vehicle suppliers and performs an important role within the Purchasing Department.

The STA function is responsible for planning, monitoring and controlling supplier manufacturing processes and activities to enable high quality and on time execution of product programmes effectively and efficiently whilst maintaining and improving current car performance.
Skills, experience and qualifications required:
Qualified to degree level within an engineering or business discipline
Experienced within a Vehicle Engineering/Quality function and familiar with the Global Product Development System
Knowledge and experience of APQP/PPAP/8D
Able to facilitate resolution of complex cross-functional issues
Good leadership/negotiation/communication and interpersonal skills
Able to operate effectively at all levels of the organisation
Self-motivated and able to work on their own initiative
Computer literate

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

STA Programme & Resident Manager - Warwick - Car + Excellent Benefits Package (LO-97503)

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STA Programme & Resident Manager
Warwick, Warwickshire, England
Car + Excellent Benefits Package

Jaguar Land Rover is a business built around two great British car brands that design, engineer and manufacture in the UK. With a world-renowned reputation for the development and marketing of a world-class range of the most desirable and exhilarating vehicles money can buy, Jaguar Land Rover sells its products in over 150 markets worldwide and they are going from strength to strength. As part of its expanding and dynamic Purchasing function, you will be joining a truly global business with a rich heritage and exciting growth plans for the future.
As STA Programme and Resident Manager at Jaguar Land Rover you will be an integral part of the STA function that is responsible for the capacity and quality performance of all new product and current vehicle suppliers and performs an important role within the Purchasing Department.

STA Programme and Resident Manager supports new programmes under development, including planning, reporting and efficient utilization of programme resources. An integrated part of the role is communicating strategy for implementation of supplier quality methods such as APQP, PSW Planning and Flawless Launch to the Programme Teams and supply base. Provide support to plant for resolution of critical current vehicle concerns or supplier performance issues.

The Programme and Resident STA Manager works in the Purchasing department and is mainly involved in new programme initiatives.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
The STA Programme and Resident Manager`s main tasks include:

- Sourcing, High Impact, JLRQ
- Communicating Programme Requirements
- APQP Status Review, Program Team Support, PPAP Disposition/Status
- Changes in Program Deliverables
- Quality Resolution, Flawless Launch, Assembly Plant Launch Support, Lessons Learned Best Practices
- Lead/Co-ordinate Programme and Resident STA Engineers

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Engine NVH Development Engineer - Essex - £Negotiable (JAS-100448)

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Engine NVH Development Engineer
Essex, England
£Negotiable

An Engine NVH Development Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Engine NVH Development Engineer

Lead the refinement development task for the specified engine program and develop testing & analysis workplans to support the program timing. Oversee those testing & analysis tasks to support NVH development and interpret analysis & test results to provide expert recommendations to a design team. Liaise and work with vehicle and installation teams to deliver total NVH system to program targets. Lead component & design teams in resolution of refinement issues.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Proven team working capability and NVH experience/knowledge. Able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and able to demonstrate high motivation and ability to work on own initiative.

Skills Preferred:
Project management skills. PC skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and database applications.

Details
Experience Required:
Competent in this area requiring supervision and/or assistance only where the issues or situation faced is highly complex and/or business critical. (Some experience working on similar project. Demonstrates most of the knowledge and skills required) Candidates do not have to have automotive background. Can have NVH experience from following backgrounds: acoustic, noise, white goods, recording studios, loud speaker design, aerospace.

Experience Preferred:
P/T / Engine NVH development experience.

Education Required:
Experience more important than qualifications.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Petrol Engine Calibration Engineer - Coventry - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (JAS-98528)

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Petrol Engine Calibration Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

A Petrol Engine Calibration Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Whitley, West Midlands.

Description
Part of a global organisation, this well established manufacturer of luxury vehicles is currently enjoying success within the market place. They have invested over £200m in new equipment and are at the forefront of modern manufacturing practices.

Job Requirements
Position Description:
Analysis of petrol engine diagnostic trouble codes and warranty to identity potential projects. Use problem solving tools to confirm root cause and identify interim &/or permanent solutions. If these solutions lie within the calibration or EMS area, develop/verify and introduce these changes. The scope covers all of our client’s vehicles both in and post production. It is also necessary to ensure that escape points are identified and formally passed onto the forward model team for lessons learnt. The role will also include an element of resolving emissions non compliance concerns.

Skills Required:
Working knowledge of spark ignition petrol engine fuel based calibrations/driveability and diagnostics with at least 5 years previous experience. Able to work with the ETAS INCA toolset to determine the calibration settings being used for the OBD functions. DMAIC problem solving ability, trained to a min of green belt or equivalent. Competent IT skills including Excel pivot tables, PowerPoint presentations. Full valid UK driving licence.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Having previously worked with/alongside a OEM SW supplier. Working knowledge of OEM petrol engine calibrations and diagnostics. Working knowledge of OEM warranty system (AWS) & Engineering release (WERS).

Experience Required:
Able to demonstrate data driven problem solving. Having worked with other similar OEM for at least 5 years in petrol engine calibration.

Experience Preferred:
Previous experience with OEM petrol engine calibration. Having worked in a service/customer environment.

Education Preferred:
Degree

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Powerpack Project Engineer - Basildon - £16.20 - 16.20 per hour (JAS-100614)

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Powerpack Project Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£16.20 - 16.20 per hour

A Powerpack Project Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Dunton, Basildon, Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Project planning, control and documentation of assigned powerpack programs. Lead the powerpack PMT meeting. Coordinate/support the timely achievement of project deliverables with powertrain engineering teams (PSMT's) in particular: transmission, controls, calibration, base engine, exhaust, clutch. Plan updating and communication of gateway requirements for current and future program gateways.

Job Requirements
Liaise with related commodity teams to generate powerpack and powertrain assumptions & bill-of-material. Support regular communication through status reports and one pagers to PMT, PST and PIR meetings on program progress and agree on next steps. Support when necessary resolution of P/T concerns, including DPA issues. Represent (if required) powerpack team at related vehicle team meetings (VPMT). Major responsibilities listed do not necessarily include a description of all position responsibilities.

Skills Required:
Working knowledge of powertrain systems & attributes. Self motivated, good communicator and a team player with excellent interpersonal skills. Willingness to travel as necessary UK/D & occasionally US.

Details
Experience Required:
Experience in project management and control of product development projects. Knowledge of powertrain development process, preferably gained within component or project activity. Experience of OEM product development processes would be an advantage (GPDS, eFDVS & T&D).

Education Required:
Engineering Degree/equivalent.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

NVH Engineer - Coventry - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (JAS-100723)

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NVH Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£25.70 - 25.70 per hour

A NVH Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
NVH Engineer with 1D wave simulation skills

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Background of using 1D gas dynamic simulation software as analysis tools, experience in exhaust design and tuning. Carry out subsequent analysis of data using LMS, draw conclusions and report work, attend progress meetings. Would be required to work in a team environment.

Skills Preferred:
Candidate should have a proven ability for data analysis, assess data, draw considered conclusions, and advise subsequent actions. Field experience would be an advantage. Skills associated with turbo charged and supercharged applications would be advantageous.

Details
Experience Required:
Extensive NVH analysis and 1D gas dynamic simulation, preferably in powertrain environment.

Experience Preferred:
Experience of engine analysis.

Education Required:
Undergraduate degree / Diploma, in Engineering/Automotive/Acoustics.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Quality Manager - West Midlands (RB-100729)

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Quality Manager
West Midlands, England

Our client with manufacturing based in China, r head office located in the UK, and regional offices in France and the USA, is a world class manufacturer and supplier of premium decorative trim components to the global Automotive Industry.
Using primarily real wood veneers, we also utilise carbon fibre and other luxury materials to create our range of finishes.
They are currently looking for a Quality Manager to work out of the West Midlands.
The Quality Manager will define quality procedures in conjunction with all relevant personnel, setting appropriate objectives and targets to ensure compliance and achievement at all times.
Will set up and maintain controls and documentation procedures, working constantly with production and engineering staff to ensure that product leaving the Plant meets specifications of the company and its customers.
Will establish and implement agreed standards of service for customers or clients.
Will liaise with customer representatives ensuring standards of service and corrective actions as required are implemented promptly.

Also will identify quality-related training needs for all Lawrence employees and establish appropriate training methodology.
To collate, analyse and report on Internal and External performance data against defined standards.
To line manage the quality and environmental employees at all times, ensuring all agreed processes and tasks are carried out correctly. To bring together staff of different disciplines to drive the Company to plan, formulate and agree comprehensive quality and environmental procedures.
To generate technical and managerial system reports
A practical background in a similar role, preferably in an Automotive Supply environment.
Educated to degree level.
Experienced in the use of 8D, 6 Sigma and Lean manufacturing practices.
Competent and demonstrable use of all MS Office programmes.
Demonstrable experience of well-honed communication and leadership skills.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Restraints PMST Leader - Warwickshire - Salary c£45K + Pension + Bonus + Overtime (RGR-100675)

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Restraints PMST Leader
Warwickshire, England
Salary c£45K + Pension + Bonus + Overtime

Our client is a World renowned manufacturer of luxury sports cars; its name is well known and needs little introduction. Its people are passionate about the cars they produce and it s a great place to work. Its cars are truly special they always have been and always will be. The sports cars will continue to be hand-built and bespoke but the company also use the latest high technology processes and leading edge disciplines in a very modern environment. It is profitable, growing in a rapid but controlled manner and moving into new global markets. As a result it is seeking to add to the Body Engineering team to ensure the continued delivery of world class Restraint Systems.
To lead the safety restraints development, design and release across all programs to ensure all targets and legislative requirements are met.

Define component level targets (from legal requirements, OEM (SDS), SAE, industry standard practice).

Lead a team to deliver restraints system components. Take ownership for the development and release of all vehicle restraints (airbags, seatbelts, steering wheel, restraint electronics etc) across all VH platform vehicles and Cygnet.

Lead the management of external suppliers to deliver all program targets.

Control the component DVP and supplier DandD tests for restraints components (ongoing control/review)

Ensure failure avoidance tools and processes (DFMEA/FMA etc) are applied to restraint components

Lead the financial management of supplier DandD and tooling budgets to ensure that they deliver on time, within quality targets and within budget.

Lead Restraints PMST.

Ensure engineering releases are completed to highest quality and on time

Ensure restraint related concerns are resolved to the highest quality and on time

Own the engineering signoff/approval of component/subsystem performance

A minimum of 5 years experience in Vehicle Safety Restraint Systems engineering is preferred.
Engineering degree (or equivalent).
Experience of leadership or clear evidence of leadership ability.
Clear knowledge of fundamental engineering theory.
Evidence of enthusiasm for the role
Excellent organisational skills.
Self starting and self motivated.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Vehicle Safety Electronics Engineer - Coventry - £35k - 40k per year + Salary circa £34K + bonus +pension + benefits (RGR-100683)

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Vehicle Safety Electronics Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£35k - 40k per year + Salary circa £34K + bonus +pension + benefits

Our client is a World renowned manufacturer of luxury sports cars; its name is well known and needs little introduction. Its people are passionate about the cars they produce and it s a great place to work. Its cars are truly special they always have been and always will be. The sports cars will continue to be hand-built and bespoke but the company also use the latest high technology processes and leading edge disciplines in a very modern environment. It is profitable, growing in a rapid but controlled manner and moving into new global markets. As a result it is seeking to add to the Body Engineering team to ensure the continued delivery of world class Vehicle Safety Electronics
To deliver Vehicle Safety Electronic Component Integration across car lines ensuring program targets and legislative requirements are met.

Establish and confirm Vehicle, System and Component level targets (legal requirements, OEM, SAE, industry standard practice etc).

Performance delivery of passive safety electronic systems

Accountable for engineering releases of all safety electronic components across car line

Management of external suppliers towards delivery of restraints electronic systems

Safety Electronics Program Module Sub-Team (PMST) meetings

DVP and supplier tests for safety electronics components (ongoing control/review)

Manage the budgets for supplier costs and delivery to objectives

Accountable for Engineering Signoff/Approval of System/Component performance
*Engineering Signoff documentation
*Legal and Certification tests/Reports

Drive engineering issue resolution to meet all program targets and constraints

Accountable for concern resolution process for all safety electronic components

System integration to ensure safety electronics integration with vehicle electrical
Electrical/Electronic Engineering degree (or equivalent).
Intuitive knowledge of fundamental electrical and mechanical engineering theory.
Evidence of enthusiasm for the role will be important
Excellent organisational skills.
Self starting and self motivated.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Engineering Consultant - Essex (JWT/ECL/EngCon)

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Engineering Consultant
Essex, England

Job description

Jonathan Lee Recruitment, one of the leading privately owned specialist recruitment consultancies in the UK are looking for an Engineering Consultant to join their Engineering Recruitment team based in Basildon, Essex.

We offer a wide range of services to the Engineering and Technical industries including Contract Recruitment, Permanent Recruitment, Executive Search and Selection, Managed Services / Outsourcing, Retained / Advertised Assignment, Register Search, Contract / Interim Recruitment and HR Consultancy.

Working as part of a small but established team, you will be supporting a Senior Recruitment Consultant with contract and permanent recruitment activities in the Facilities Management, Health & Safety, Instrument & Controls, Pharmaceutical and Process Engineering sectors.

Applications are preferred from candidates who have a background in Engineering or a Technical discipline and would like to work in the Recruitment industry. We would consider an experienced Recruitment person who has/would like to work within the Engineering sector.

The core experience required for this role are good negotiation skills, a customer orientated business focus, an excellent telephone manner and the ability to work on your own initiative along with being a good team member.

In return, you will benefit from strong managerial, administrative and marketing support at all times. You will be working in a modern office environment and have unlimited access to an unrivalled database of clients and candidates - plus access to all the relevant job boards and industry related websites.

• Salary range: £23,000 to £28,000 – will consider higher
• Commission
• Company Pension
• Private Healthcare
• On-going personnel development

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Product Engineer - West Midlands (JUM-99966)

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Product Engineer
West Midlands, England

A leading supplier of fluid transfer products to the automotive industry require a Product Engineer to work within a small team reporting to the Programme Manager, the role requires a hands on engineer, with experience within a 1st Tier automotive environment.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead design interface and perform effective Engineering changes to release, and provide effective support to customer PST teams.
Responsibility for product compliance to all internal and customer specifications including driving new validations as required.
Support the product design validation through DFMEA and DVPandR documentation process through DV/ PV/ CV project phases.
Enthusiastic, Conscientious individual with a can do attitude providing attention to detail and ability to produce clear and accurate data.
Liaise with customer providing effective communication in demanding OEM environment.
To support related activities steering to customer program builds and support of internal launches combined with customer STA.
Skills and Specifications
Proven experience in automotive product engineering/ validation environment.
Knowledge of interpreting engineering drawings.
Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
Time served experienced Engineering discipline.
Understanding of DFMEA techniques.
Engineering qualification.

Desirable
Experience of fluid transfer systems such as; TOC, PAS
Understanding of OEM practices.
Experience of CAD packages.

Overseas travel will be required when necessary to support engineering issues and provide program/ launch assistance.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Electrical Engineer - Burton upon Trent - £30k - 35k per year + 30K to 35K + Pension + Bonus (JSK-98875)

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Electrical Engineer
Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, England
£30k - 35k per year + 30K to 35K + Pension + Bonus

The Company has a reputation built on innovative thinking, excellence of execution and solid, yet flexible, partnerships with an impressive list of clients.

They are the premier supplier of above or below ground haulage equipment in the UK, if not the world - their equipment is specified more than any other manufacturer; and their commitment to speedy after sales support and dependable reliability is second to none.

They are looking to appoint an Electrical Engineer to take a key role in product development and contribute to the ongoing success of the company and its products.

Key responsibilities will include:

Ensure effective liaison with all other areas of the business to support the completion of all contracts to customers on time in full.

Liaise closely with the Sales Department to ensure designs conform to customer requirements, including applications engineering.

Liaise with Manufacturing Department to ensure that designs are produced to customer requirements and are compliant with relevant Company design and manufacturing standards.

Produce engineering related calculations in support of designs.

Produce technical information in support of product manuals associated with new designs.

Take an original approach to problem solving, whilst maintaining a commercial awareness towards the design solution.

Fully support the Chief Engineer in the development and maintenance of a cohesive team identity within the business and ensure effective liaison with all areas of the business in pursuit of clearly defined team objectives.

The successful individual will be degree qualified, or equivalent, and ideally have experience in the Railway, Off-Highway or Yellow Vehicles Industries operating in hostile environments, though this is not necessarily required if the candidate demonstrates an attitude and an ability to learn.

A knowledge of AC and DC traction systems, PLC and micro control systems together with Panel wiring and vehicle wiring looms would be an advantage but is not essential.

Experience on Autocad is essential as this position will involve some design work/draughting.

Key Result Areas:

Conformance to all appropriate standards and practices both internal and external.

Contribution to Product Development.

Contribution to Customer satisfaction as evidenced by factors such as delivery, conformance to specification, quality and value for money.

Design quality:

• Simplicity and reliability of function.
• Ease of manufacture.
• Cost effectiveness.
• Relative timescale.
• Ease of maintainability.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Mechanical Engineer - Burton upon Trent - £30k - 35k per year + 30K to 35K + Pension + PHC + Bonus (JSK-98874)

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Mechanical Engineer
Burton upon Trent, Staffordshire, England
£30k - 35k per year + 30K to 35K + Pension + PHC + Bonus

The Company has a reputation built on innovative thinking, excellence of execution and solid, yet flexible, partnerships with an impressive list of clients.

They are the premier supplier of above or below ground haulage equipment in the UK, if not the world - their equipment is specified more than any other manufacturer; and their commitment to speedy after sales support and dependable reliability is second to none.

They are looking to appoint a Mechanical Engineer to take a key role in product development and contribute to the ongoing success of the company and its products.

Key responsibilities will include:

Provide Mechanical design intent / information in support of tenders or contracts.

Ensure effective liaison with all other areas of the business to support the completion of all contracts to customers on time, in full.

Lead value analysis activities associated with the mechanical products to ensure cost effectiveness of existing and new designs.

Provide the required technical support and guidance in pursuit of set objectives and engineering excellence.

Work with the Group Mechanical Engineer on the preparation of workload planning for the Department.

Fully support the Group Mechanical Engineer in the development and maintenance of a cohesive team identity within the business and to ensure effective liaison with all areas of the business in pursuit of clearly defined team objectives.

Liaise closely with Sales Department to ensure designs conform to customer requirements, including applications engineering.

Liaise with Manufacturing Department to ensure that designs are produced to customer requirements and are compliant with relevant Company design and manufacturing standards.

Other duties as required

The successful individual will be degree qualified, or equivalent, and ideally have experience in the Railway, Off-Highway or Yellow Vehicles Industries operating in hostile environments, though this is not necessarily required if the candidate demonstrates an attitude and an ability to learn.

A knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems / diesel engines and transmissions / gearboxes would be a great advantage. Experience on AutoCad 2D and Inventor 3D is essential as this position will involve some design work.

Key Result Areas:

Conformance to all appropriate standards and practices both internal and external.

Contribution to Product Development.

Contribution to Customer satisfaction as evidenced by factors such as delivery, conformance to specification, quality and value for money.

Design quality:

• Simplicity and reliability of function.
• Ease of manufacture.
• Cost effectiveness.
• Relative timescale.

Benefits package for the right candidate will include an attractive salary, profit related bonus paid twice annually together with a contributory pension scheme and 33 days leave per annum.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Diagnostics Team Leader - Basildon - £21.60 - 21.60 per hour (JAS-99537)

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Diagnostics Team Leader
Basildon, Essex, England
£21.60 - 21.60 per hour

A Diagnostics Team Leader is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Dunton, Basildon, Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Part II/Off Board Diagnostics Team Leader - Lead and facilitate cross functional team from software specification to service routine delivery.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Ability to facilitate and lead cross functional, internal and external teams. Self motivated with good team skills. Familiar with Part II specifications, PCM Hardware, Software. Proficient with MS Excel, Access and Word.

Skills Preferred:
Prepared to travel within Europe.

Details
Experience Required:
Powertrain control module. Service procedures/routines.

Experience Preferred:
OEM dealer tools. Diagnostic calibration. Experience in dealing with customers and suppliers.

Education Required:
Engineering Degree

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Test/Development Engineer - Basildon - £23.40 - 23.40 per hour (JAS-100438)

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Test/Development Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£23.40 - 23.40 per hour

A Test/Development Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Basildon, Essex.

Description
Position Description:
A full understanding of test requirements and procedures in respect of rig, vehicle, or general testing. Establish detailed engineering and legal requirements and determines all test methods, facilities and equipment used. Responsible for design and development of tests. Test data analysis and feedback. To liaise with internal and external component and development engineers, and to advise of required design changes. To prepare detailed test procedures for standard or repetitive tests and drafts proposed procedures for new or special tests. Design of test rigs and fixtures and/or other special equipment. Guide and instruct mechanics and electricians to assist with testing. To operate within a team of test engineers.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Ability to summarise market based interpretations of all vehicle emission testing regulations and related testing/monitoring requirements and disseminate/interpret that information to engineering personnel, concentrating mainly on the effect to emissions testing and correlation. A knowledge of automotive legislation, preferably in vehicle emissions related areas. A high level understanding of aftertreatment desirable. To have a working knowledge of emission laboratories either as vehicle development engineer or test engineer. A high level understanding of modern light duty engine technology and calibration. A high level of presentation skills and to be capable of dealing with a wide range of people from different nationalities/cultures. To be familiar with computer based analytical and computer based tools. A good understanding of statistical sampling processes. To be willing and capable of travel. A high standard of written and verbal communication skills including the ability to explain complex ideas to non-technical people. CONT...

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To be educated at degree level or equivalent in a technical/scientific subject. To communicate and advocate the company’s position on emissions testing related to environmental legislation matters & correlation. When travelling or visiting laboratories provide a link between the company and external government/regulatory bodies on technical and vehicle environmental legislative issues affecting the environmental performance of products.

Experience Required:
Automotive experience relevant to the department with vacancy.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level, MS Office (min Word & Excel) & Report Writing. Perform related duties as required.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Powertrain Cooling Component Engineer - Gaydon - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (JAS-100689)

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Powertrain Cooling Component Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

A Powertrain Cooling Component Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
This is a key role in powertrain cooling with responsibility for the component engineering element of cooling design. Capable in either the heat exchanger or pipe/tanks/valves. Powertrain cooling is responsible for the cooling design, development and sign off. It is organised into two component groups 1) Heat exchanger systems and 2) Pipes, tanks and valves, with supporting Development and System Strategies groups. The department is responsible for taking concept design from the Advanced Product Creation (APC) team, refining and driving those designs into production. The department has a wide variety of work, currently having major projects on most of the OEM model lines.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Experience of powertrain systems is strongly recommended. Ideas, CATIA V4 & CATIA V5 required. Core engineering experience, with the ability to evaluate problems and propose resolutions. The role will require an adaptable individual who is able to deal with a number of diverse tasks. Applicants should be able to demonstrate experience in a similar role. Construct overall delivery plan and maintain it. Work with other OEM CAD teams to import and export CAD data. Develop and validate CAD package/design to encompass all engine derivatives and lessons learned. Maintain CAD package/design to OEM standards and criteria. PC literate in all core packages. Team Centre trained.

Skills Preferred:
In addition the successful candidate should be able to work with the supplier base and drive in the principles and operating practices associated with GPDS. With specific focus on improving the focus on virtual sign-off design and sign-off prior to M1DJ, the successful candidate would be capable of working with the supplier base to improve their performance during this phase.

Details
Experience Required:
Understanding of powertrain installations and cooling. Minimum 3 years in automotive engineering. Flexible, motivated with strong negotiation and meeting skills. Must be able to foster good working relationships internally and drive suppliers to achieve goals. Proven ability to manage own workload, CAD and facilities to meet clear and defined targets. Must be able to communicate and able to present information in a concise and factual manner. Good working knowledge of OEM systems, WERS, eFDVS etc.

Education Required:
Proven experience in automotive engineering. Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a Mechanical Engineering discipline.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Test Engineer - Coventry - £17.70 - 17.70 per hour (JAS-99421)

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Test Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£17.70 - 17.70 per hour

A Test Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
To provide support for the ZF transmission calibration team of 11. Types of duties to be performed:
•Scheduling car repairs/reworks
•Diagnosing trans faults
•Re-flashing other fleet cars
•Organising sign-off drive events
•Provide logistical support when transporting cars/parts/people.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
INCA experience required. Must be able to manage own time and plan ahead. Knowledge of automotive elect system preferred. Excellent communication skills. Good PC skills including Microsoft Office. Full UK driving licence & meet medical requirements of testing in OEM facilities.

Details
Experience Required:
Must be familiar with automotive test environment - includes workshops.

Experience Preferred:
Experience of working in an engineering environment. Technical understanding of the powertrain & transmission systems would be useful.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

EMS Controls Engineer - Coventry - £30.20 - 30.20 per hour (JAS-100555)

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EMS Controls Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£30.20 - 30.20 per hour

An EMS Controls Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
EMS Controls Engineer

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Successful delivery of at least 1 previous full EMS calibration project to meet whole world requirements for a major OEM or supplier. Proven project time line management. Working knowledge of vehicle interfaces development between Engine Management System and Vehicle (cruise control, CAN, etc). Working knowledge on use of model based calibration techniques, INCA, Matlab, Excel, Word, Project and Access. Working knowledge of the Bosch engine management system.

Details
Education Required:
Candidates must have a minimum of HNC/HND in electrical or electronic field, ideally educated to Degree level.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Quality Technician Spares - Coventry (DC-100680)

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Quality Technician Spares
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Client is one of the largest thermosetting moulding companies in Europe. They manufacture an extensive range of products in engineering thermoset and composite materials for a wide variety of customers, in the aerospace, electrical, automotive, defence and textile industries.

They currently have an urgent 3-6 month contract opportunity for a Quality Technician for their busy Spares Department.

The individual will be responsible for the following:

- Conduct sample inspection of product, packaging, labelling and traceability as part of a dynamic supply chain management and logistics operation.
- Conduct assessments against engineering standards and resolve issues relating to quality, configuration and traceability.
- Work as part of a quality team, responsible for developing and maintaining inspection records and supporting the development of the quality management system.
- Measuring of small and medium sized components using first principles.
- Generation and upkeep of documentation.


Role Requirements:

- Ability to read drawings.
- Able to understand geometric and general tolerances applied to drawings.
- Ability to generate inspection reports and communicate them to supervision.
- An understanding of quality management processes would be advantageous.
- Basic understanding of statistical process control would be advantageous.
- Basic understanding of measurement system analysis would be advantageous.
- Working knowledge of ISO9001:2008, (ISO17025:2005 and ISO14001:2004) standards.
- Internal audit trained to ISO 9001:2008.
- Must be self motivated and capably of working on own initiative and/or within a team.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Powertrain System Leader - Coventry - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (JAS-100608)

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Powertrain System Leader
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£25.70 - 25.70 per hour

A Powertrain System Leader is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
The role is to be a key system leader within the base engine department with technical leadership expertise in at least one area of base engine engineering. Candidates must be technical leaders capable of managing a small team and providing technical guidance and decision making in at least one key area of engine engineering, FEAD or sensors and actuators.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
The base engine, sensors, actuators and front end ancillaries drive (FEAD) departments are undergoing growth and need specialist engineers with delivery experience in areas of petrol / diesel system engineering, FEAD concept layout, electro-mechanical system engineering, fault diagnosis and technology strategy. Essential skills include and in-depth knowledge of base engine systems engineering either in a design environment of a development and test environment. High level of communication and organisational skills. In-depth knowledge of quality tools application and supplier management. For test engineers an in-depth knowledge of engine test methods on dyno and in vehicle a deep working knowledge of at least on specialised area of the department either within engine system design (petrol or diesel), engine test and development.

Details
Experience Required:
Candidates must have gained experience within an automotive OEM and have worked on base engine system, FEAD or sensors and actuators group or managed strategic dyno testing for a prolonged period.

Education Required:
Degree preferred.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Development Engineer - Coventry - £21.10 - 21.10 per hour (JAS-100711)

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Development Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£21.10 - 21.10 per hour

A Development Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
The Development Engineer leads functional validation, issue resolution and delivery of the relevant DV activity for a particular engine program to support engineering sign-off, including testing on vehicles and rigs. They will be the key interface between the design group and test facilities directing specific development / durability activities and feeding the results back to the relevant customers ensuring results are delivered on time. They are involved in future product definition and are also responsible for test definition, maintaining the relevant test procedures.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Self driven with a strong engineering background, excellent team working skills and a working knowledge of engine management systems. Understanding of Product Development processes, GPDS principles, instrumentation and test facilities is desirable.

Skills Preferred:
Good analytical skills & PC skills Excel, Word and Project. Working knowledge of gasoline and / or diesel engine, powertrain systems and calibration. Disciplined approach on problem resolution, and records keeping. Must have a driving license valid for use in the UK.

Details
Experience Required:
Demonstrate the ability to lead the resolution of technical and process issues within a team environment. Good communication, interpersonal skills and self confidence are personal qualities needed to succeed, being self motivated and able to deliver with minimum supervision.

Experience Preferred:
Previous experience of Engine and Powertrain systems are considered desirable. A knowledge of vehicle systems would be beneficial.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level in a suitable engineering discipline, or suitable previous experience.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Buyers, Senior Buyers - Warwickshire - c.£30,000 - 43,000 + Benefits (LO-95554)

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Buyers, Senior Buyers
Gaydon, Whitley, Birmingham, Coventry, Oxford, Stafford, Northampton, Wolverhampton, Rugby, Bromsgrove, Leamington Spa, Leicester, Worcester, Milton Keynes, Stratford Upon Avon
c.£30,000 - 43,000 + Benefits

Jaguar Land Rover is a business built around two great British car brands that design, engineer and manufacture in the UK. With a world-renowned reputation for the development and marketing of a world-class range of the most desirable and exhilarating vehicles money can buy, Jaguar Land Rover sells its products in over 150 markets worldwide and they are going from strength to strength. As part of its expanding and dynamic Purchasing function, exciting opportunities exist for a number of talented Buyers and Senior Buyers.
As a strategic Buyer and key member the Purchasing function, you will be responsible for sourcing, relationship and strategy development, commercial objectives and quality across a portfolio of commodities. You will be accountable for managing the supplier relationship and achieving spend and cost saving targets on time and in budget

You must be:
* Degree qualified - ESSENTIAL
* Have at least 2 years purchasing experience - essential
* Demonstrate good negotiation skills - essential
* Experience of sourcing - end to end - essential
* Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
* Aptitude to working in a changing and challenging environment
* Able to manage and execute projects on time and in budget
We are looking for talented strategic Buyers with a variety of backgrounds, FMCG, retail, IT, media or automotive. You must be able to demonstrate an excellent track record of successful negotiations and a clear understanding of the latest sourcing techniques.

These are exciting roles within an organisation that is truly a global business with a rich heritage and exciting growth plans for the future. In return, you will be offered attractive salary/benefits package, excellent prospects for development and progression.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Powertrain Diesel Engineer - Gaydon - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (JAS-100719)

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Powertrain Diesel Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

A Powertrain Diesel Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
Part of the Powertrain Diesel Business planning team which is responsible for the ensuring that budgets are properly identified and that the team delivers to these budgets. Key responsibilities will be compiling response to product development letters, monitoring headcount, managing supplier request for quotes and the raising of orders, compiling travel requests and supporting booking travel, compiling budget requests for equipment and ordering it.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Good overall powertrain system knowledge. Computer literate in Google, PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Project. Valid UK driving licence. Ability to interface directly to the PT vehicle programme leaders and represent the Diesel Powertrain Department at budget reviews. Flexible, adaptable and excellent communicator - written and oral.

Skills Preferred:
Working knowledge of OEM project delivery & change management processes including GPDS, AIMS, and eFDVS. Experience of being responsible for the development of budget submissions and monitoring actual spend against budget.

Details
Experience Required:
Powertrain system design / development or programme management.

Experience Preferred:
OEM specific process knowledge ideally gained in Product Development environment.

Education Required:
It is anticipated that applicants will be educated to a degree level in an engineering or automotive discipline. However candidates with significant powertrain experience will also be considered.

Additional Information:
This contract location will be primarily based at Gaydon but will require working at Whitley as required a couple of days per week. Applicant to be fully independent in terms of transport and have use of mobile phone to aid communication.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Project Manager - Auto Transmissions - Gaydon - £28.20 - 28.20 per hour (NGO-99693)

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Project Manager - Auto Transmissions
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£28.20 - 28.20 per hour

A Project Manager is required to work on automotive auto transmissions for a Midlands based OEM.

Description
Our automotive client is a market leader in luxury and high volume off-road vehicles, designing and manufacturing in the Midlands.

Position Description:
Project Manager. Hybrids Auto Transmission. Hybrid Electric Vehicle transmission engineer, Delivery from concept through to launch, detail design definition, packaging, supplier liaison, virtual build support, WERS releases, Quality process (DFMEA & DVP), ESO testing, PSW and Launch preparation.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
HND or Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering. Good understanding of transmission componentry. Excellent communication skills. Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office and MS Project. Experience in Transmission or major Powertrain Delivery experience.

Skills Preferred:
Knowledge of OEM AIMs system. Knowledge of GPDS delivery process. Knowledge of OEM EFDVs DVP delivery system. Full driving license. Quality (DFMEAs, DVPs, Robustness). Issue resolution techniques (6 sigma, 8D). Project management. Supplier management. Design and Release (BOM management). DV testing and engineering sign off experience. Production readiness. Manufacturing awareness.

Details
Experience Required:
Extensive experience in Transmission or major Powertrain Delivery experience.

Education Required:
An HND or Degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Sub-system Engineer for Air Induction & Air Charging Systems - Basildon - £21.60 - 21.60 per hour (NGO-100110)

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Sub-system Engineer for Air Induction & Air Charging Systems
Basildon, Essex, England
£21.60 - 21.60 per hour

A Sub-system Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Dunton, Basildon, Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Sub-system Engineer for Air Induction and Air Charging systems.

Job Requirements
The Sub-system Engineer will be responsible for component development and release for global vehicle programs. Engineer operating as part of a team responsible for design, development, verification and release of AIS system components. Project manage and lead external design and manufacture suppliers to deliver system solutions. Development and execution of Design Verification Plans (DVPs) and work with interfacing commodities to ensure robust system performance. Familiarity with quality tools such as FMEA and 6-sigma (DMAIC) processes. Maintain releasing, cost and quality tools for sub-system components. Manage program timing and budget for sub-system components. Support for prototype vehicle builds, and Supplier manufacturing trials on-site.

Skills Required:
Engineering fundamental knowledge, including design and test. Proven track record of delivery of challenging engineering projects in tight timescales. A motivated self-starter with ability to learn new systems and processes fast. Ability to balance conflicting requirements and priorities, and to deliver within program constraints. Computer literacy.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Experience of OEM design, release and quality systems preferred: AVBOM, WERS, EFDVS, Integrator. Some CAD experience.

Experience Required:
Design of components and test plans.

Experience Preferred:
Experience in design and release, or testing. Industry experience (design and manufacture) an advantage.

Education Required:
Degree in Engineering/Design

Education Preferred:
MEng/MSc an advantage.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Exhaust Systems Engineer - Basildon - £26.50 - 26.50 per hour (NGO-99897)

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Exhaust Systems Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£26.50 - 26.50 per hour

An Exhaust Systems Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Dunton, Essex

Description
Our client is a leading OEM at the prestige end of the automotive market and has a passion for better ideas, whether pushing the limits of technology and design or bringing people together within a community.
They are now looking for an Exhaust Systems Engineer to take responsibility for component design and release within one of the following subsystem area: Engineer within team that designs, develops, verifies, and releases these components. Provide leadership/direction to externally purchased engineering services and component suppliers. Ensure that all program, commodity and design objectives are fulfilled and that all design changes are reviewed, approved, and documented.


Job Requirements
Define requirements & targets with regard to quality, function, cost, timing, weight, and recycle ability. Ensure all requirements are met. Manage sub system sub system interfaces to ensure continued compatibility with other systems and overall system performance. Develop and execute Design Verification Plans (DVP). Ensure timely validation and sign-off for subsystem content - ensuring adequate specifications are defined and verification is conducted to prevent product nonconformity. Support prototype build and support prototype sign-off. Manage product changes and containment during all build phases. Ensure that target agreements, TVM targets, SoW, etc. are delivered in time. Work with all departments to ensure optimum design and integration of the subsystem components into the vehicle and to ensure manufacturing and service requirements are met.


Details
Skills Required:
Proven track record of delivery in one of the sub system areas Self motivated with excellent team and leadership skills. Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to deliver within program constraints.

Skills Preferred:
The successful candidate may be required to travel regularly to support product launches and liaise with suppliers.

Experience Required:
Experience in leading teams. Prior sub system design and release experience and familiarity with WERS, AIMS, eQOS, eFDVS, etc.

Experience Preferred:
Experience in vehicle evaluation of installed Powertrain attributes beneficial.

Education Required:
Science or Mechanical Engineering degree required.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Program Engineer - Inline Gas Engines - Essex - £19.80 - 19.80 per hour (NGO-99768)

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Program Engineer - Inline Gas Engines
Essex, England
£19.80 - 19.80 per hour

A Program Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Dagenham, Essex.

Description
Our client is a leading OEM at the prestige end of the automotive market and has a passion for better ideas, whether pushing the limits of technology and design or bringing people together within a community.

Skills Required:
Co-ordinate and lead EPMT for gas engine program. Lead/support Ford checkpoint process, liaise with vehicle activities, and prepare sign off documents to support gateway process. Define requirements & schedule for build engine prototypes in co-operation with DV Engineer, Build co-ordinator and Vehicle T&D group.

Job Requirements
Skills Preferred:
Motivated, enthusiastic and good at communication Driving License
Experience Required:
Engine engineering experience
Experience Preferred: Project Management experience

Details
Education Required:
Degree (or Equivalent) in Mechanical engineering The job is based in an office but will require visits to engine plants, vehicles and test cells in Essex where suitable safety regulations must be followed.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Calibration Engineer - Transmissions - Basildon - £26.10 - 26.10 per hour (NGO-98618)

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Calibration Engineer - Transmissions
Basildon, Essex, England
£26.10 - 26.10 per hour

A Calibration Engineer is required to work for our large automotive client based in Essex.

Description
Our client is a leading OEM at the prestige end of the automotive market and has a passion for better ideas, whether pushing the limits of technology and design or bringing people together within a community.

Job Requirements
Position Description:
Plan, lead and implement automatic transmission control calibrations to meet vehicle level targets for shift quality and scheduling, emissions, fuel economy and performance feel & driving smoothness. Assist in vehicle/powertrain issue identification and resolution. Lead, develop, and execute development work plans. Develop strategy & calibration improvements in response to quality and customer reports. Develop and maintain appropriate documentation for reporting to vehicle programme.

Skills Required:
Understanding of the principles and dynamic characteristics of automatic transmissions, internal combustion engines (petrol and diesel), driveline and installation systems. Knowledge of automatic transmission and engine control systems. Knowledge of the major powertrain attributes; PF&D, fuel economy, exhaust emissions, engine and transmission OBD.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Knowledge of powertrains, vehicle sub-systems, electrical systems, controls system.

Experience Required:
PT development & calibration/tuning. Usage of PC based CAN development tools, vehicle diagnostic & calibration tools. Minimum of 2 years driving experience with full clean licence in categories B, BE, C1 and C1E. UK work permit EU.

Experience Preferred:
INCA Dev tools

Education Required:
Degree in mechanical engineering or EE or equivalent.

Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Engineering Project Manager - Tamworth - £35k - 42k per year + 35K to 42K + benefits (JSK-99697)

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Engineering Project Manager
Tamworth, Staffordshire, England
£35k - 42k per year + 35K to 42K + benefits

The company is a leading plastics manufacturer supplying automotive OEM`s with a variety of finished products. The company focuses on innovation that enhances individual and social well-being while protecting the natural environment. They are looking to appoint an Engineering Project Manager to manage a busy team of technical specialists (CAD, CEA, Tooling, Validation etc) in a customer focussed environment.

The role will also look after the project costs as allocated by Programme Managers and ensure that all deliverables are on time, to specification and complete in full Main activities will cover:

Define Product perimeter : Statement Of Work and Bill of material

Analyze Customer Needs and Draw-up PO Specifications

Complete Design Study using company standards for prototype / production

Ensure design for manufacturing considering development CNQ, PPM, poka-yoke design

Make Geometrical Analysis (Craftsmanship : Gap and flushness Tolerances, Datum scheme, GDandT recommendations)

Manage internal and external components specifications and drawings

Manage and perform risk analysis (DFMEA + Design reviews, Quad Reviews)

Validate Design : prototype / production

Manages Specifications, manufacturing and validation of the means (injection tools, checking fixtures, test jigs, End Of Arm Tooling )

Manages Product validation (functional, geometrical and cosmetic quality)

Manages Product tuning (mould tuning, control fixture tuning, tuning loops compliance)

In addition the role will cover:

Project Management

Budget management

Continuous improvement To succeed in this role, candidates will probably hold a degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering or equivalent. You may possibly already be a Chartered Engineer or working to that award.

Your experience must include at least 3 years of Design engineering in an automotive plastics environment (interiors or exteriors).

You will also already be a Team Leader and be looking to take your next step into a formal Management role or alternatively be a Design Team or Engineering Team Leader or Manager

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Principal Development Engineer - Northamptonshire (JSK-98352)

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Principal Development Engineer
Northamptonshire, England

This company leads the world in integrated engine and powertrain solutions from clean sheet design concept through castings, manufacture and vehicle installation to calibration, onboard diagnostics and telemetry.

They are looking to appoint a Principal Development Engineer within their Thermodynamic and Applications Division to lead automotive engine development programs, with particular emphasis on combustion system development and thermodynamic analysis.

The role will be responsible for

The quality of test data, results analysis and reporting

Adhering to or seeking deviation for the development procedures

Feeding back test results to the internal and external customer in a timely manner

Duties will include (but not be limited to)

To lead, plan and supervise engine development programs

To conduct detailed analysis of test results

To prepare technical reports, presentations and papers

To supervise project teams either individually or work under the direction of a project manager.

To liaise with customers and program suppliers

To contribute to technical capability of the thermodynamic department

To develop commercial quotations, and conduct business development activities when required

To have line management responsibilities for up to 2 engineers

Qualifications

An Engineering Degree or HND.

Professional qualifications as appropriate

Skills and Experience  

Experience in both gasoline and diesel fuels desirable (and/or alternative fuels)

Considerable relevant experience in the field of automotive development engineering

Experienced in MS Office, combustion measurement systems, Concerto, AVL, Matlab,

Competencies

Ability to work on own and as part of a team

Confidence to communicate effectively at all levels

Self motivated with the drive to complete tasks in a timely manner with appropriate attention to detail

Ability to work well under pressure and to strict time constraints

Flexibility with working hours and willingness to travel to customer sites

Confident in front of customers

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Design Draughter - Corby (JSK-100724)

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Design Draughter
Corby, Northamptonshire, England

Our Client is a leading supplier of hot finished and cold formed steel products to the construction, engineering, energy, automotive and precision tubing markets. With manufacturing sites and sales offices in the UK and other European countries, they can offer highly focused customer service by providing customers with competitive, quality products.

They are looking for a Design Draughter on a short term contract to join the existing team and work specifically on a bespoke product. It is envisage the work will initially be for a couple of months The role will cover:

To specify the drive design for a bend rotation mechanism

Design of suitable structural support to enable the safe manipulation of bend assemblies

Specification of pneumatic and hydraulic equipment

Selection of appropriate materials and optimising stock material sizes

Communication with suppliers to ensure all materials and equipment specified are available.

Design engineering of overall assembly

Detail drawing of individual components

Construction of Bill of Materials for completed machine

Qualified to HND or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering.

Experienced in the operation of AutoCAD Lite

Use of Excel and MS Word

Able to perform engineering calculations for:

• Design of torque and power requirements for a drive mechanism
• Structural design and load bearing
• Clamping and frictional loads

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Manufacturing Engineer (Process) - Worcester - £30k - 35k per year + 30K to 35K + Pension + PHC (JSK-100051)

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Manufacturing Engineer (Process)
Worcester, Worcestershire, England
£30k - 35k per year + 30K to 35K + Pension + PHC

The company is a leading international development partner to the automotive industry. They are looking to appoint a Manufacturing Engineer to support day to day process and product elements of manufacture of castings including Project management, FMEA, Control Plan, Manufacturing Instructions and interpretation of process audit and product quality data to prevent problems occurring at source.

Also, responsibility to lead the process of defining and implementing manufacturing solutions for production of high integrity aluminium alloy components. Working with the Technical Manager to lead resolution of issues related to product quality and process stability and implementation of Lean manufacturing techniques.

Please Note this is a 12 month contract initially Duties will include:

Assessment of CAD and 2D drawing data for manufacturing feasibility review.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of the business and lean manufacturing approach.

Generate technical drawings using CAD

Evaluate existing manufacturing systems with a view to the justification of change and improvement

Define and document the specification covering casting processes and post processing to achieve specified production volumes and performance characteristics of the products.

Assist in training operators in the required manufacturing techniques.

Support simultaneous engineering and Design For Manufacture (DFM) activities with other sites and external customers.

Comply with company quality standards, ISO 9000, TS/2, VDA 6.1 and ISO 14001 Environmental Standard

Manage projects using APQP techniques ensuring achievement of costs, timings and quality requirements.

Lead multi disciplinary teams to resolve production issues, including all processes utilised in production Qualifications

A Degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering is essential

Experience

Detailed experimental work, possibly through a higher degree course.

Generation of FMEAs, Control Plans and Manufacturing Instructions. Along with competent Project management skills

Training operators in manufacturing operations.

Conversant with aluminium cast alloy metallurgy and its properties.

Skills

Use of 3D CAD systems.

Data manipulation, analysis and presentation.

Excellent numerical skills.

Excellent presentation skills.

Proven record on New equipment introduction

Competencies

Structured thinking.

Interpretation of engineering drawings and interrogation of CAD.

Conversant with all lean manufacturing techniques.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Cost Estimator - 36314/JWT - 18.02 Ltd Co Rate - Basildon - £18 per hour + 18.02 Ltd Co Rate (JWT-98733)

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Cost Estimator - 36314/JWT - 18.02 Ltd Co Rate
Basildon, Essex, England
£18 per hour + 18.02 Ltd Co Rate

Position Description:

For the job role as a Cost Estimator we would be seeking highly motivated, financially aware Production Engineers. It is essential that individuals are experienced in high volume production, preferably within the motor industry and have an in depth knowledge of how works costs are derived from first principles. A basic understanding of activity based costing (ABC) and work study tools including motion and time movement (MTM) is highly desirable. A high level of computer literacy is required so that the individual can quickly work with the sophisticated systems that will be available to aid them.
Skills Required:

Establishing estimates for part and tooling costs for various purchased components and assemblies used on present and future vehicles

Liaising with internal cross-functional teams to ensure the company maintains its competitiveness with regard to cost, quality and value for money

Negotiating part and tooling costs with suppliers in line with best production practices and latest technologies.
Education Required:

Applicants that have served a recognised engineering apprenticeship, studied engineering to a national standard and have the relevant experience will also be considered.



Education Preferred:

An Engineering Degree or equivalent is desirable although not essential for this position.



Applicants MUST have proof of immediate and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK.

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Contracts are those of an Employment Business.