Manufacturing Engineer Facilitator - Liverpool - £20k - 22k per year (SMA-101348)

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Manufacturing Engineer Facilitator
Liverpool, Merseyside, England
£20k - 22k per year

Minimum 3 years previous manufacturing experience, preferably within automotive 1st tier / OEM and a Mechanical Engineering degree.

A supplier of exterior vehicle appearance systems to some of the world`s leading car and vehicle manufacturers are currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Facilitator.
You will support and manage on / offsite manufacturing trials and ensure operator interactive processes are ergonomically sound through ergonomic risk assessment and best practices. You will define process flow for new and current programs using manufacturing system design tools and methodology.

Other duties:-
* Maintain industrial engineering database for all processes on site
* Develop specific control documentation
* Develop and manage machine pokeyoke audit schedule
* Packaging development inbound / outbound
* Support various lean manufacturing driven projects from project scoping, resource management, planning implementation / delivery and post-implementation support as required.

Minimum 3 years previous manufacturing experience, preferably within automotive 1st tier / OEM and a Mechanical Engineering degree. You will have the ability to demonstrate successful integration of new process`s into existing manufacturing environment. Working knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies, APQP, CI, VSM. You will have a good understanding and working knowledge of a range of manufacturing technologies.

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.

Process Engineer - Liverpool - £30k - 35k per year (SMA-101347)

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Process Engineer
Liverpool, Merseyside, England
£30k - 35k per year

 

A supplier of exterior vehicle appearance systems to some of the world`s leading car and vehicle manufacturers are currently seeking a Process Engineer.
You will lead various lean manufacturing related projects from project scoping, resource management, planning implementation / delivery and post-implementation support as required. You will investigate opportunities for improvement in support of improving business operations and efficiency. You will provide data analysis and data capture in support of departmental / business projects. You will work closely with Programme Engineering, Production and Quality in order to deliver "flawless launch" of customer programs from a lean manufacturing perspective.

Educated to HNC or equivalent with relevant discipline / experience within manufacturing. Knowledge of JIT, Q1 and TS16949 would be an advantage. Knowledge of lean manufacturing is preferred. Previous plastic or moulding experience, preferably at senior technician / process engineer level within automotive manufacturing. A working knowledge of lean manufacturing methodologies, APQP, Control Plan, CI, etc.

Moulding or Plastic experience

Knowlage of APQP, SPC, FMEA and Tool gauging are all critical for this role as a MINIMUM 

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.

Data Modeller - Warwickshire - £27.90 - 27.90 per hour (RST-101395)

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Data Modeller
Warwickshire, England
£27.90 - 27.90 per hour

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

A new contract opportunity has arisen for a Data Modeller in the Warwickshire area

The individual will use Catia V5 and Teamcenter and ideally have a vehicle engineering background in NC Programming as well as a knowledge of other CAD systems such as ALIAS and ICEM Surf.

The individual will require a broad knowledge of model manufacture and finish, including model making knowledge and composite tool design.

Experience with leading projects and liaising with various areas of model making specialism, e.g. Composites, Machining, Model Making and Rapid Prototype Tooling.

Previous experience of working on show cars and other design properties

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.

CNC Setter/Operators (x 3) - Lincoln - £16.50 - 16.50 per hour (RST-101422)

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CNC Setter/Operators (x 3)
Lincoln, Lincolnshire, England
£16.50 - 16.50 per hour

Our client acquires, develops and applies new ideas and improved components to support their customer`s products. Their activities are dedicated to Engineering, Research and Development, Manufacture, Assembly and Test of aeronautical engines and gas turbines.

Additionally includes activities of in line engines maintenance and planes, and gives services of leasing and sale of engines and aircrafts.


They are currently seeking to recruit a small team of CNC Setter/Operators on a 4-6 month contract basis.

Based in Lincoln, the individual will be responsible for setting and operating CNC Lathes, machining precision engine components for both civilian and military aircraft use.

The individual will be required to work on a rotating 3 shift system and rates will be reflected.

The individual must have time served apprenticeship or hold NVQ Level 3.

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.

Controls Engineer - Tamworth - £20 - 25 per hour (DC-101435)

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Controls Engineer
Tamworth, Staffordshire, England
£20 - 25 per hour

Client is among the market leaders in the remanufacturing of high quality machine tools such as grinders and machining centres. They specialise in machine tool refits/modifications to customise to customer requirements.

A new 3 month contract opportunity has arisen for a Controls Engineer, with particular experience in writing, installing and commissioning of Siemens S7 software.

Based in Tamworth, the individual will be responsible for the following:

- Working on a number of system integration projects for the Automotive sector.
- Using Siemens S7 to programme PLC`s for robots and machine tools.
- Project based role, design, programming, installation and commissioning of Siemens S7 software.
- Willing to work and travel across Europe.
- Project engineering responsibility.


Role Requirements:

- Experienced in the writing of Siemens S7 software.
- Ability to programme the software, install and commission it on site.
- Capability to debug any issues.
- Knowledge of the Automotive sector.
- Own car and own tools required - Travel expenses will be paid.
- Problem Solving.
- Able to work on own or as part of a small 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.

Avionics Systems Design Engineer - Tewkesbury - £30k - 40k per year (PKT-101276)

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Avionics Systems Design Engineer
Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, England
£30k - 40k per year

Avionics Systems Design Engineer / Electronics design Engineer / Aerospace Electronics Design / Electronics Project Design Engineer

Description
The company currently supplies Electronic Systems to the Aerospace industry for both civil and defence applications. Their major area of business is Avionics Systems. A vacancy has arisen for an Avionics Systems Engineer to design and develop new and old projects. This role is based in Gloucestershire, close to the M5 and is commutable from Worcester, Gloucester, Swindon, Tewkesbury and Oxford.

Job Requirements
Will be required to meet the demands of Avionics System Engineering, by capturing the customers system requirements, and then designing the system, to encapsulate its control, displays, system monitoring and Bit functions for implementation into the electronic hardware/software, whilst complying with test and hazard procedures/requirements.

Details
Qualified with an Engineering Degree, or appropriate experience, you will have a clear understanding of embedded software or hardware engineering, and demonstratable Project experience in creating Avionic System design through its lifecycle for hardware/software implementation, utilising management/design tools such as DOORS, MATLAB, Simulink, SCADE, VAPS, Artisan OOA

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 Design Engineer - Essex (BST-100795)

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Product Design Engineer
Essex, England

A successful manufacturing company based in Essex are now looking for a Product Design Engineer to take material from the raw sheet metal state through to fully wired architectural commercial light fittings.

As the Product Design Engineer your key skills will be:

Experienced CAD / CAM engineer, familiar with sheet metal fabrication (steel and aluminium) using Radan software is essential.
Understanding of production tooling, equipment and processes to realise new designs, able to challenge engineering designs and offer alternative design for manufacturing solutions.
Technical background with an understanding of lighting and electrical concepts.
Uncompromising approach to achieving excellence in product quality and customer service.
Clear understanding of materials, best practice purchasing, consolidation in design.
Able to work to strict time constraints.
Assisting within the company to drive continuous improvement programmes.
Able to convey immediate, credible proposals when handling high level meetings with customers.
Self motivator, with strong planning, analytical and organisational skills.
Confident interpersonal skills, working in teams, influencing and negotiating.
As the Product Design Engineer you will understand the customer brief and design lighting products (components, louvres, complete luminaires) using Radan software for release to production.
Work within a small engineering team to design cost effective products. To form part of the team developing appropriate value engineering programmes.
Drive forward continuous improvement in the pursuit of quality, reliability and customer satisfaction
Work closely with sales office administrator and Production Manager to ensure delivery targets are achieved.
Manage a wide and varied number of design projects.

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.

Field Service Technician - Essex (BST-101420)

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Field Service Technician
Essex, England

A world leader in the agricultural and construction equipment businesses are now looking for a Field Service Technician to report to the local Technical Support Manager.
The role is to provide technical support on construction products and heavy vehicle.
The Technician will provide on-site technical dealer support to our clients construction dealers.
Coach dealers with repair techniques and technical knowledge.
Perform in depth investigation into technical issues in the field (as directed by Service Technical Specialists (STS)) and document symptoms / actions / findings for escalation to Product Technical Specialists (PTS).
The successful candidate will hold a college qualification (e.g. HND) in construction / agricultural engineering or related discipline is highly desirable.
Proven hands on practical skills with ability to work confidently in a construction / agricultural workshop environment.
High level of diagnostic skills with proven ability to work in a team environment, with good customer service skills
Must have a flexible approach, and willing to support other areas of the Global Parts and Service organization

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to investigate, diagnose and resolve issues in a structured and efficient manner.

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 Support Engineer - West Midlands (RB-100491)

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Product Support Engineer
West Midlands, England

Our client is a leading manufacturer of rolling bearings and linear products as well as a renowned supplier to the automotive industry of high-precision products and systems for engines, transmissions and chassis applications. The group of companies stands for exceptional customer focus, innovative ability and the highest possible level of quality. Sales of over 9.5 billion were generated at over 180 locations in more than 50 countries in 2010. With more than 67,500 employees worldwide, the Group is one of the largest German and European industrial companies in family ownership. They are currently seeking a Product Suport Engineer based in the West Midlands.
Provide technical support on bearings and maintenance products/services to develop new business opportunities in Wind Energy. Provide technical support to MRO, Distribution and OEM customers.
Provide specialist engineering advice on bearings and FIS products to the Wind Energy Sector and develop new business opportunities.
Provide specialist engineering advice on bearings and FIS products to meet MRO customer requirements and strengthen market position.
Provide effective and timely technical/engineering support to internal and external customers to develop profitable business growth.
Develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of both the Groups product range and competitors products to offer the most cost effective solution to the customer.
Coordinate activities with Application Engineering/Technical Departments within the Group to ensure that the customer gets Added Value solutions.
Investigate and report on bearing failures/application problems in service to provide timely and effective advice and solutions
Develop close links with the engineering/maintenance departments of key MRO customers to identify and promote new opportunities for products and services.
Responsibility for working within the guidelines as outlined in the Company s Quality and Environmental Manuals

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.

Technical Manager - Walsall - £40K to £50K plus car, 15% bonus and benefits (MBI-100796)

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Technical Manager
Walsall, West Midlands, England
£40K to £50K plus car, 15% bonus and benefits

Technical Quality Manager

Location - Midlands

Salary - £40K to £50K plus car, 15% bonus and benefits

Mission

Reporting to the Director Technical Business Unit, the Technical Manager is responsible for the day to day control of the UK technical activities to include lean deployment, quality assessment and training & development to ensure client containment issues and quality concerns are managed effectively and efficiently.

Activities
- Support the Director Technical Business Unit in the development and management of the Group Technical Management Systems.
- Lead UK Technical activities to advise customers on the optimum Technical solutions to address their particular Quality and/or Lean issues with corrective action being implemented or remedial action being recommended.
- As recognised Quality Expert be able to lead Engineers or clients teams in required Technical programmes
- Day to day management of the Engineering team at clients using personnel expertise to ensure the teams are providing the optimum services for maximum customer satisfaction
- Utilise personal knowledge of Quality Management principals to design, develop and professionally present Technical training courses to specifically meet the individual customer requirements..
- Through a sound knowledge of Quality Management undertake required selection, recruitment and development of the UK Engineering team for client roles covering the whole spectrum of Quality Management fields.
- Support the Operations team with specific hands on quality and lean training, development and mentoring.
- Manage programmes to assess client's needs providing onsite training and development for consultants and client staff to ensure containment and warranty concerns are addressed and rectified to meet current and future customer requirements.
- Develop and maintain the required reportage to support the above activities.

Person Profile
- Degree level engineering education with a recognised Quality Management Qualification [e.g. MCIQA]
- A minimum of eight (8) years of automotive OEM or tier-1 experience in the quality assurance field
- Registered ISO9001 and ideally ISO14001 & TS16949 Lead Auditor with proven track record of hands on management of Company Quality Management Systems
- A recognised track record on APQP tools, Audit and Run@Rate with experience of leading suppliers or customer teams to achieve successful product launches.
- Recognised track record of problem solving in fast moving manufacturing environment with the proven ability to lead and train teams on the required techniques.
- Good analytical ability based on sound statistical techniques - ideally Six Sigma Black Belt qualified.
- Experience of recruiting and managing technical personal
- Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills able to communicate to all internal and customer levels from Board room to shop floor
- Significant travelling in the UK and Europe requiring time to be spend time away from home occasionally at short notice as required to support the business needs.

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.

Group Quality Manager - Walsall - £35K to £45K plus car, 15% bonus and benefits (MBI-100797)

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Group Quality Manager
Walsall, West Midlands, England
£35K to £45K plus car, 15% bonus and benefits

Group Quality Assurance Manager

Location - Midlands

Salary - £35K to £45K plus car, 15% bonus and benefits

Mission

Reporting to the Group Technical Business Unit Director the Group Quality Manager is responsible for the overall development and management of the Group Quality Management System and UK Technical Service activities.

Activities
- Responsible for development implementation and management of the Group Business Management System
- Ensures the Group BMS system is continually assessed and developed to meet the regulatory and legal requirements relating to the Group activities in Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental Management.
- Group Board recommendations on Customer Satisfaction Performance, Process Audits, Internal Audits, Complaints, Training Plans, Credit Note Analysis, and H&S Statistics.
- Maintain Group Business Management System internal and process audit programmes, ensuring that all planned activities are completed to plan.
- Liaise with accreditation bodies to ensure all planned activities are carried out.
- Develop the Group Business Management System to meet the needs of the Group's Clients and other interested parties [e.g. creating bespoke process audit appendices].
- Manage the introduction of the Group BMS within all operational countries
- Responsible for the selection, recruitment and development of UK engineering team
- Maintain an ongoing Technical liaison with clients to develop and obtain increased technical services sales
- Responsible of the placement and required induction of the appropriate engineers to cover customer needs.
- Day-day management of the Engineering team at UK clients to ensure quality & technical needs are met.
- In conjunction with the Technical Business Unit Director develop the Group Technical processes.
- Develop and maintain the required reportage to support the above activities.

Person Profile

- Degree level engineering education with a recognised Quality Management Qualification [e.g. MCIQA]
- A minimum of eight (8) years of automotive OEM or tier-1 experience in the quality assurance field
- Registered ISO9001 and ideally ISO14001 Lead Auditor with proven track record of hands on management of Company Quality Management Systems
- A recognised track record on APQP tools, Audit and Run@Rate with experience of leading suppliers or customer teams to achieve successful product launches.
- Recognised track record of problem solving in fast moving manufacturing environment with the proven ability to lead and train teams on the required techniques.
- Good analytical ability based on sound statistical techniques - ideally Six Sigma Black Belt qualified.
- Experience of recruiting and managing technical personal
- Outstanding interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills able to communicate to all internal and customer levels from Board room to shop floor
- Significant travelling in the UK and Europe requiring time to be spend time away from home occasionally at short notice as required to support the business needs.

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 Engineering Technician - Northampton - £20k - 25k per year + £excellent + benefits inc. Pension + Health Care (JSK-101403)

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Production Engineering Technician
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
£20k - 25k per year + £excellent + benefits inc. Pension + Health Care

The company is a leading international development partner to the automobile and engine industry. Currently experiencing a major period of growth in orders and continuing business, they are looking for a Production Engineering TECHNICIAN.

The role will assist the engineering department in all aspects of new product introduction and day to day problem solving to include process optimisation, tooling trial and development and CNC part program editing and modification.

The ideal candidate will be eager and enthusiastic to learn and grow with the business. The role would be ideally suited to an apprentice served candidate who has gained several years post-qualification experience and is looking for their next career move.

The role will include:

Set up tools and equipment trials, set up machines, running off of first parts for both machining and assembly engines

Produce and understand CNC part programmes etc

Evaluate CNC data to prove out new programmes, tooling and processes to the specification and requirements of Production Engineering

Implement process changes using the systems within the business

Assist the team in the development of tooling, fixtures, editing and modification of CNC part programs

Carry out problem solving involving analysis of data and time studies and feedback to the Production Engineering team

Assist in the training of production staff

Support the production department in achieving volume, cost, quality targets and other associated KPI s

Perform any other duties deemed appropriate by the Operations Manager

Qualifications

Craft Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent City and Guilds qualification is essential

ONC/D in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, is desirable

Experience

Previous experience of the machining and manufacture of complex precision automotive components

Experience of CNC programming is essential

An understanding and appreciation of work holding and fixtures is essential

An understanding of Automotive capability requirements is desirable

Familiarity with some, or all of the following would be an advantage: FMEA's, PPAP, SPC although full company training can be provided

Skills

IT literate

Communication skills

Good organisation skills

A good understanding of geometric tolerance

Proven tooling experience

Basic understanding of AutoCAD

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.

Aftermarket Purchasing Manager - United Kingdom - £0 per hour + �31.18 per hour (DRP-100701)

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Aftermarket Purchasing Manager
United Kingdom
£0 per hour + ?31.18 per hour

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.
Main responsibilities would include:
Leading a team of buyers to achieve their annual purchasing objectives.
Managing key supplier relationships in regard to aftermarket supply
Strategy planning.
Controlling all expenditure related to Aftermarket. Managing budgets.
Special projects.
Programme Management.
All aspects of people management including appraisals and objective setting.
Skills Required:
Strong leadership behaviours and sound purchasing fundamentals.
Good level of IT competence in programmes such as Excel and Word and a high level of numerical and analytical competence are essential.
Must demonstrate ability to build effective cross functional relationships.
Skills Preferred:
Excellent communication, influencing and negotiating skills. Aptitude to operate effectively within a challenging environment. Ability to learn quickly adapt to complex processes.
Experience Required:
Preferably proven Aftermarket Purchasing experience.
Generic Purchasing experience would be acceptable if the candidate is able to demonstrate a strong customer focus and an ability to manage a volatile business environment.
An understanding of the automotive procurement marketplace.
Degree qualification preferred

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.

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.

Programme/Project Administrator - Timings/Gateway/CPA - West Midlands (JCO-101401)

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Programme/Project Administrator - Timings/Gateway/CPA
West Midlands, England

A successful and expanding automotive tier 1 supplier of suspension and steering components is growing its technical capability and winning major new business.
Contractor required on an ongoing basis to maintain and deliver a master schedule for a suppliers` chassis programme.

Main responsibility is target setting and management of project plan which will include gateways and critical path analysis (CPA).

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.

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.

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.

Senior Product Engineer - Huddersfield - £30k - 42k per year + Benefits (PBU-101343)

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Senior Product Engineer
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England
£30k - 42k per year + Benefits

Our client is a leader in design, manufacture and support of world leading turbo chargers and associated equipement.

Due to growth plans a position of Senior Product Engineer has become available, and as such we welcome applicants who want a fresh challenge, and meet the requirements below:

Technical responsibility for new product introduction.

Liaise with customers/suppliers on turbocharger projects.

Co-ordinate engineering inputs to projects.

Ensure that engineering plans are accurate and update.

Ensure that designs meet the project Technical Profile.

Ensure correct input for test priority setting. Experience with automotive component industry
Experience with complex engineering design projects

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.

Senior Catia Design Engineer - Sub-Frame - Gaydon - £34 - 37 per hour (KH-100741)

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Senior Catia Design Engineer - Sub-Frame
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£34 - 37 per hour

A successful and expanding automotive tier 1 supplier of suspension and steering components is growing its technical capability and winning major new business.

A new ongoing contract opportunity has arisen for a Senior Catia Design Engineer, specialising in sub-frame activity.

The individual will require experience in the automotive industry, along with experience of designing large sheet metal welding components, preferably sub-frames.

The Engineer should understand the pressing and welding processes as well as tolerance issues which usually come along with these parts

A good level of Catia V5 is required, as well as an understanding of the function of the subframe within the suspension (NVH and vehicle crash questions, static and dynamic stiffness requirements, definition of what is needed and why)

The individual should be willing and be able to balance out cost, weight, timing, function and quality targets.

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.

Production Engineer - Northamptonshire - £30k - 35k per year + 30K to 35K (JSK-96362)

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Production Engineer
Northamptonshire, England
£30k - 35k per year + 30K to 35K

The company is a leading international development partner to the automobile and engine industry. They looking to appoint a Production Engineer.  The person will need to design, implement, monitor, improve and maintain production processes. They will consult with customer design engineers in order to achieve the most efficient and cost effective way of producing the highest quality product possible.

The role will cover:

Improve existing operations incorporating new methods and processes.

Handing materials and equipment purchase and installation during the first manufacture of new products.

Investigate operational problems affecting production.

Co-ordinating projects.

Will need some project management experience of delivering engineering projects.

Flexible with working hours to meet project needs.

Previous experience:

Proven experience gained within low volume high added value machining and assembly processes, preferably gained within an automotive environment.

Previous experience of Project Management including budget control and people management skills

Previous experience of constructing CNC programmes from 2D drawings and 3D models and ability to prove out on CNC machines

Proven experience of CNC cutting tools

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 Engineer - Chassis System Design - Norwich - £31 per hour + �31/hr (DPA-101112)

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Principal Engineer - Chassis System Design
Norwich, Norfolk, England
£31 per hour + ?31/hr

A leading automotive company are now looking for candidates to support an Executive engineer or those engineers in an engineering management position to deliver technical solutions to project teams within the required cost, quality and time targets.
Individuals at this level would be expected to accept design ownership of individual Chassis systems and operate with a level of autonomy and accountability.

Chassis systems include :
Suspension, brakes, steering, powertrain mounting, wheels and tyres and subframe structures.
This is a CAD based role requiring the design ownership of a vehicle sub system/ support of vehicle subsystems or components within a project:
Support for BOM preparation including mass information
Concept and detailed engineering design utilising expertise internal departments and suppliers as appropriate.
Creation of 3D CAD models in CATIA V5 with supporting component drawings, assembly drawings, exploded views, installation drawings and data packs that include DVP s and FMEA s to support project gateaway requirements. All to be prepared in accordance with the programme quality acceptance standards.
Support to fit and function evaluation of subsystem components.
Support to performance testing of subsystem components.
Collating of test results and concern reports.
Support to assembly line and build concern resolution.

Engineering experience : Concept design through to production release in the automotive industry
CATIA experience : >2000 hrs
PC literate (spreadsheet, workd processing, projectplanning, e-mails etc)

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.

Assembly Technician - Loughborough - £25k - 27.5k per year + 25K to 27,500K + benefits (JSK-100518)

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Assembly Technician
Loughborough, Leicestershire, England
£25k - 27.5k per year + 25K to 27,500K + benefits

The Company is a leading clean power systems company. Their proprietary clean fuel and clean power technologies provide solutions to the difficult environmental and energy supply challenges being faced by governments and industry.

They are currently seeking to appoint an Assembly Technician who will support Project Managers in assembling systems through machining, developing and assembling various mechanical sub-systems or sub -assembly`s

Key Accountabilities (task, duties, responsibilities)

Work from engineering drawings and requests to supply parts of a suitable quality to satisfy projects with regard to the manufacture of trial and conceptual development components.

Function test, evaluate and document all component trials and developments.

Identify and solve mechanical/manufacturing issues in the current product range.

Work closely with the Research and technology and Design teams to ensure that manufactured parts are designed to minimise manufacturing and assembly time and cost.

Liaise with component/system assembly managers, design department, test engineers and programme managers.

Deliver best practice during manufacture and delivery of quality checked components, applying attention to detail and a cleanliness culture to all items.

Document manufacturing processes, build and component test procedures internally and also with the supply chain in support of larger scale manufacture.

Design and manufacture any associated tooling, jigs and fixtures as required.

Work within H & S guidelines.

Essential Experience and Qualifications include:

Apprentice Trained (Mechanical) and City and Guilds certificated. Ideally also hold an ONC or HNC qualification

Experienced Toolmaker with CNC Milling as well as traditional machining and fitting skills

Excellent communication skills and thorough understanding of mechanical and process requirements

Excellent attention to detail and a willingness to undertake additional training as required

Ideally additional electrical knowledge and pipework experience would be an 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.

Systems Architect - Gloucester - 40K to 50K+ Pension + Bonus (KAL-100762)

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Systems Architect
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England
40K to 50K+ Pension + Bonus

Join a fast growing major defence player developing C4I and future fighting vehicle programmes including the Scout SV.
Responsible for defining the vehicle role requirements impact on selected role architecture of SV at a system level
Role risk and opportunities management
Understand the role requirements of the selected SV role systems
Specify the special to role requirements for each of the selected Platforms
Specify installation requirements for all special to role subsystems and components
Responsible for Special to Role requirements compliance at a system level
Support the generation of the Special to Role views within the SE model packages
Ensure STR derived requirements are created for all platform subsystems supported by other domains
Flow down and apportion STR requirements to subsystems and components
Responsible for the identification and collation of STR ICD s for all platform subsystems
Review STR elements of all subsystem documentation
Degree qualified in relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
A proven track record in the Vehicle Systems Engineering for complex programmes.
Extensive understanding and experience of systems engineering process throughout the lifecycle, including requirements management, systems analysis/design, system integration and test and acceptance
Experience in all vehicle systems domains including vetronics, lethality, survivability, mobility and DAS systems.
Ability to liaise with and present information to multidisciplined team members.
Hold or be capable of holding security clearance up to the level of SECRET

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 - West Yorkshire - £30k per year + �30,000 (IHU-95675)

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Production Engineer
West Yorkshire, England
£30k per year + ?30,000

Located in West Yorkshire, our client is part of a British engineering group globally employing over 2,000 people in the UK and sixteen other countries. This highly regarded precision engineering business uses lean methods to manufacture high-value metal products - mainly for the heavy couplings and power transmission sectors.
An opportunity has arisen for a talented and experienced graduate-level Production Engineer to join a progressive Manufacturing Team. With good knowledge of a CNC and conventional machining environment, you will report to the Manufacturing Director.

You will be expected to facilitate engineering changes and promote continuous improvement including the use and championing of lean manufacturing techniques.

Daily duties will include support of manufacturing processes through the provision and amendment of routings, the writing of CNC programmes, provision of sales estimates and the use of 3D modelling software. You will also take responsibility for management of tooling, machine efficiency and engineering projects including the justification and installation of plant and equipment.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate engineer with a good balance of analytical skill and the ability to deliver results including a reduction in the cost of machining.
Commutable from Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Halifax, Huddersfield and surrounding areas.

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.

Admin Assistant - Peterlee - £18k - 21.5k per year (SMA-101361)

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Admin Assistant
Peterlee, County Durham, England
£18k - 21.5k per year

To provide advanced clerical and administrative support to managers and other staff to allow for more efficient operations. manufacturing environment

Job Duties (included but not limited to):
- Scheduling the Managing Directors calendar
- Handling Mail
- Screening telephone enquires
- Dealing with media calls
- Organising meetings
- Setting up meeting rooms
- Recording notes and minutes at meetings
- Limited research background research
- Preparing presentation slides
- Managing operational issues such as quarterly awards and local draws
- Administration of employee engagement activity
- Perform holiday / sickness cover for Operations Administrative work
- Booking travel and accommodation both local and international
- Assisting with All Employee events
- Meeting and greeting senior Caterpillar visitors
Acting as a local communicator
Communications
- Liaison with AT business communicators and Divisional communicators
- Running the mini Articulator
- Running the quarterly Articulator
Skills / Background / Experience:

A creative thinker and writer
Proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly
Word and PowerPoint presentations
Proficient in the use of Lotus notes
Web page creation and maintenance

The job requires the application of seasoned, advanced secretarial skills gained through experience and challenges in the more advanced and complex features of secretarial and administrative support work. Strong person-to-person skills are required as well as proficiency in managing the daily activities of an office or work area.

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.

Asset Engineer - Essex (JWT-101191)

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Asset Engineer
Essex, England

This is a developmental role for a current or future leader in the refinery. Will provide the assets with technical expertise, and will develop and implement long term improvements may also support the asset in day-to-day activities. Provide key leadership to the assets, and to be the potential leadership backup for the Asset Leaders. This role reports to an Asset Leader. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills or show clear potential, and demonstrate strong initiative and drive for continuous improvement.
This role will take on a number of different assignments, depending on the needs of the department. Typical roles and responsibilities may include:

Provide environmental focus to the asset, helping to shift the focus of the production teams and enabling them to progress environmental issues.

Provide long term strategic plans for moving the asset to an HRO organisation. Have the ability to step back from the current issue of the day, to see the bigger picture in systems and linkages with other departments and put plans in place for continuous reliability improvement.

TAR preparation with the production teams, develop work scope, engineer straightforward projects, progress MOCs, etc.

Project development work with the projects group to develop and engineer process improvements for long term reliability issues.

Have to ability to Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis of complex issues, providing practical solutions to prevent repeat failures.
Develop process training packages for the shift teams.
Refinery experience working ideally in petrochemical environment, preferably with process or operations experience.

Degree (or equivalent) in engineering discipline.

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.

CAD Braking Engineer - Shirley (KYU-101203)

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CAD Braking Engineer
Shirley, Derbyshire, England

An exciting opportunity exists to join a world-class team responsible for delivering complete braking systems solutions to vehicle manufacturers in the UK and around the world.

Client is one of the world`s largest producers of braking systems, supplying all major vehicle manufacturers. The foundation brakes for vehicle manufacturers in the UK are designed and developed in their prestigious technical centre in Solihull.

The design of braking systems is extremely challenging requiring safety-critical performance at competitive costs. Client leads the field in many areas of design and research, and delivers cutting-edge technologies such as electric park brake and systems solutions for hybrid drive trains.

This is a very fast-paced sector requiring product design and problem-solving skills for programmes with short design cycle times and high production volumes. The role involves CAD design of disc and drum brake applications.

What you`ll do

As a member of the car brakes design team, you will be responsible for producing CAD models and drawings of disc and drum brake components and assemblies in adherence with company procedures and standards.

You will engage with suppliers and factories to ensure the drawings you produce represent lowest cost design solutions whilst ensuring safety and functional requirements are met.


What we are looking for:

Essential:

- Educated to degree level or equivalent in Automotive / Mechanical Engineering.
- Proficient in mechanical CAD, preferably CATIA V5.
- Able to work effectively within a multi-disciplined team.

Desirable:

- Possess brake, or similar product, design experience.
- Good communication 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.

Catia V5 Design Engineer - Interior Trim - Coventry (KYU-101002)

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Catia V5 Design Engineer - Interior Trim
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.


A new 6 month contract opportunity has arisen for a Principal CAD Engineer, specialising in Interior Lower Trim.

Based in Coventry, the individual will be responsible for the following:

- Design and development of Catia V5 models for the lower trim of a vehicle variant, including rear quarter trim, load floor and stowage bins.
- Store working models into structured database to support project reviews and DMU process.


Essential Requirements:

- Minimum of 5 years automotive experience is essential
- Degree qualified or similar qualification.
- Experience in the use of Teamcenter data management systems
- Able to demonstrate a depth of knowledge in a relevant technical speciality
- Effective team member contributing to improvements and high customer service.
- Good logical reasoning
- Strong numeracy and literacy

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.

Global Competitiveness - Manufacturing Specialists - Birmingham (MPR-101282 A)

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Global Competitiveness - Manufacturing Specialists
UK base, Birmingham, Manchester, London, Liverpool, Bristol, Newcastle, Sheffield, Glasgow, Leeds,

We are looking for Manufacturing Engineers, Manufacturing Leaders and Lean Specialists/Engineers to join a process improvement consultancy servicing a diverse range of business sectors both in the UK and worldwide

Achieve your potential through a stretching and structured development plan, whilst developing repeatable, reliable and robust processes for a diverse range of industries and market sectors.

Whether you are from a manufacturing or process industry background with existing Lean and TPM experience or at a developmental stage in your career and looking for structured personal development and training, we will be happy to speak with you.

We are looking to recruit engineers and leaders with graduate level intellect and who have had some experience of manufacturing and possess the resilience, communication skills and adaptability to work with companies of all sizes, from SME to multi-national OEMs.

You must be passionate about improving an organisation's competitiveness through developing their capabilities and providing them with the tools, techniques and practical experience to reduce waste and achieve their business objectives.

An excellent salary and benefits (with car allowance) and extensive development and training is available for the right individuals that achieve the stringent role requirements. Flexibility for global travel is essential hence any UK base accepted.

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.