Manual Transmission & Transfer Case Principal Engineer - West Midlands - Salary circa £50K + lease car and benefits (RGR-101067)

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Manual Transmission & Transfer Case Principal Engineer
West Midlands, England
Salary circa £50K + lease car and benefits

Based in the UK Midlands, our client is one of the world`s premier manufacturers of luxury sports saloons, sports cars and premium 4x4s. It is a progressive and globally regarded organisation with a rich and enviable heritage renown for engineering excellence and innovative design.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the Automotive industry, this is the place to be.

In this pivotal role within the Transmission and Driveline team, you ll be instrumental in the design and development of innovative, world-class transmission systems that will make its vehicles even more desirable. Taking charge of a team of skilled engineers, you ll lead the design and release activities for AWD transfer cases and manual transmissions - including associated controls components such as dual mass flywheel, clutch and shifter. Developing and deploying a range of effective commodity strategies, you ll make a crucial contribution to our company performance targets, as well as product and functional targets. The scope of your responsibilities will take in everything from failure mode avoidance, engineering standards, validation methods and design rules to supplier assessment and selection, and leadership of technology projects.

To make an impact from day one, you ll need to demonstrate a detailed technical understanding of manual transmission design (including helical gears, synchronisers, bearings and casings) and vehicle integration (clutch, shifter, NVH). You will demonstrate diligence in the application and development of engineering tools and processes such as DFMEA, robustness, calculation tools and CAE techniques. Qualified with an appropriate degree, you also have proven experience of leading teams, and building strong relationships with key customers and partners in other functions. Ideally, you ll also have proven business acumen and analytical skills, together with the ability to make persuasive presentations, clearly articulating complex technical subject matter. You have the passion and drive to constantly innovate and improve our products for a competitive marketplace. Our customers expect the best, and so do we, so you ll be challenged every day. You ll hone your skills to the leading edge and you ll enjoy all the rewards that come from powering the growth of a prestigious luxury brand.

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.

Component Engineer - Bottom End Systems - Essex - £23.40 - 23.40 per hour (JAS-100999)

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Component Engineer - Bottom End Systems
Essex, England
£23.40 - 23.40 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Component Engineer - Bottom End Systems

Skills Required:
As Cylinder Block Engineer you will be principally responsible for the design, development, sign-off and release of small & medium high pressure die cast components into production.

Job Requirements
Candidates R&R`s:
•Knowledge of HPDC design.
•Knowledge of structural engine components.
•Knowledge of casting processes and materials as well as process control technologies.
•Knowledge of machining techniques and technologies as well as tolerance design.
•Ability to interpret CAE and CFD analysis data to determine impact on the geometry of castings.
•Development and maintenance of rigorous work plans that co-ordinate the efforts of foundries together with machining activities to ensure program delivery commitments are met.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Must be proficient in Outlook, WERS, Excel, Word etc. Must be able to handle a varied work load within tight time constraints. Must have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to operate within a diverse team environment.

Experience Required:
Experience in a similar discipline.

Experience Preferred:
Knowledge of OEM AIMS and E-Tracker systems.

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 Calibration Engineer - Coventry - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (JAS-102250)

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

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

Description
Position Description:
EMS Calibration Engineer in line with department growth curve.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Working knowledge of the Bosch engine management system. Proven project time line management. Working knowledge of base engine calibration to include, but not limited to, ignition, fuelling, VVT and knock. Working knowledge on use of INCA, Matlab, Excel, Word, Project and Access.

Skills Preferred:
Successful delivery of at least 1 previous full engine calibration project to meet whole world requirements for a major OEM or supplier.

Details
Education Required:
Ideally to Engineering degree, although suitable experience will be considered.

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.

Hybrid Calibration Engineer - Gaydon - £28.30 - 28.30 per hour (JAS-102183)

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Hybrid Calibration Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£28.30 - 28.30 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Reporting to Hybrid Calibration Lead, contributing to the development task planning and execution for delivering a hybrid powertrain capable of meeting engine out (and observing tailpipe) emissions engineering targets whilst meeting FE and NVH requirements.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
ETAS Inca Mathworks Model-based Calibration Toolbox. Strong understanding of Gasoline engine out emissions control. Appreciation of Designed Experiments and multi-parameter optimisation.

Experience Required:
Proven delivery experience in dyno and vehicle driveability development. Proven delivery experience in dyno and vehicle emissions development.

Details
Experience Preferred:
Experience of Bosch engine control strategy. Experience of Simulink and Control systems. Proficient in use of Excel. Presentation skills.

Education Required:
Engineering Degree or equivalent experience.

Additional Information:
Time split between Gaydon and Whitley sites. (Dynos based at Whitley)

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.

Performance, Economy and Driveability Engineer - Coventry - £23.80 - 23.80 per hour (JAS-102149)

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Performance, Economy and Driveability Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£23.80 - 23.80 per hour

A Performance, Economy and Driveability Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
As a vehicle attribute team Performance, Economy and Driveability (PED) support the annual task of futuring competitor PED attributes in support of technology strategy and target setting. Furthermore the PED team own the cross car-line FE & CO2 database. The key tasks of the position will be to develop and maintain various databases containing information on Competitor current and futured FE/CO2/performance and information on key CO2 technologies. An additional task will be to support specific departmental FE/CO2 delivery process improvement projects.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Good data analysis and processing skills. Excel and Virtual Basic programming skills and an interest in database management. Knowledge and understanding of current and future Fuel Economy/CO2 technologies including our client’s competitors. Being able to contribute as part of a team. Written and verbal communication skills (including good knowledge of MS PowerPoint).

Skills Preferred:
Oracle or Access database progamming skills may be of benefit. Flexibility to work on many varied tasks, covering both brands and on either Gaydon or Whitley site.

Details
Experience Required:
A background, track record and interest in engine and or vehicle FE/CO2 development - experience in developing and maintaining large data sets and manipulating/processing data.

Experience Preferred:
Vehicle PED attribute testing and measurement.

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

Education Preferred:
Candidates from other industries may be considered depending on knowledge and experience.

Additional Information:
Locations: Whitley/ Gaydon

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.

Fuel Economy/CO2 Engineer - Coventry - £23.80 - 23.80 per hour (JAS-102152)

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Fuel Economy/CO2 Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£23.80 - 23.80 per hour

A Fuel Economy/CO2 Engineerr is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
As a vehicle attribute team Performance, Economy and Driveability (PED) support the annual task of futuring competitor PED attributes in support of technology strategy and target setting. Furthermore the PED team own the cross car-line FE & CO2 database. The key tasks of the position will be to develop and maintain various databases containing information on current and futured FE/CO2/performance and information on key CO2 technologies. An additional task will be to support specific departmental FE/CO2 delivery process improvement projects.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Good data analysis and processing skills. Excel and Virtual Basic programming skills and an interest in database management. Knowledge and understanding of current and future Fuel Economy/CO2 technologies. Being able to contribute as part of a team. Written and verbal communication skills (including good knowledge of MS PowerPoint).

Skills Preferred:
Oracle or Access database progamming skills may be of benefit. Flexibility to work on many varied tasks, covering both brands and on either Gaydon or Whitley site.

Details
Experience Required:
A background, track record and interest in engine and or vehicle FE/CO2 development - experience in developing and maintaining large data sets and manipulating/processing data.

Experience Preferred:
Vehicle PED attribute testing and measurement.

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

Education Preferred:
Candidates from other industries may be considered depending on knowledge and experience.

Additional Information:
Locations: Whitley/ Gaydon

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.

Engine 1D & 3D Performance Analyst - Coventry - Attractive salary + car allowance + benefits (RGR-93677)

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Engine 1D & 3D Performance Analyst
Coventry, West Midlands, England
Attractive salary + car allowance + benefits

Based on a very attractive University campus in Coventry (commutable from Northampton, Daventry, Milton Keynes, Oxford, Leicester, Warwick, Leamington Spa, Birmingham, Redditch, Worcester. Will appeal to candidates in the following locations; Shoreham, Brighton, Peterborough, Huddersfield, London) , this Centre of Excellence in the development of electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid and conventional powertrains has an opportunity for a talented Engine 1D and 3D Performance Analyst to join the team. Based on experience this position is being offered at either Senior or Principal Engineer level.
This is a terrific opportunity to become the organisation`s subject expert in 1D and 3D engine analysis.

• Carry out 1D/3D performance analysis.
• Use 1D/3D tools to analyse engine systems and provide guidance and solutions
• Providing gas-side boundary conditions for cooling and structural analysis
• Ownership and control of models used outside the Engine group
• Documentation of component and sub-system design guidelines
• Supporting Engineers with expert advice.
• Providing guidance to less experienced members of the Analysis team
• Candidates will need to be prepared to spend circa one week in eight overseas.
• Degree qualified or similar qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the Automotive industry
• Experience of 1D performance analysis using one or more of the following: AVL Boost, Ricardo WAVE, GT-Power, Lotus software, AmeSim
• Experience of modelling gasoline and diesel engines, boosting systems (including compound, parallel and series systems)
• Experience in both steady-state and transient analysis
• Direct experience of correlating analysis models with physical testing and defining component testing for model correlation purposes
• Able to setup and run Design Of Experiments (DOE) investigations using the above 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.

Fuel Systems Engineer - Gaydon - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (JAS-101463)

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Fuel Systems Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
To work within a small team of engineers leading the design, delivery and validation of new fuel tanks into Production. Working with interfacing departments and suppliers to develop concept designs into viable volume production fuel tanks, ensuring compliance with all fuel system component strategies, design standards and all relevant safety and emissions legislation.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Knowledge of fuel tank design, function and manufacturing processes. Proven experience of engineering design and release activities. Experience of working with suppliers to deliver new products into production. Excellent communication and planning skills. Proactive mindset. Good PC skills including Microsoft Office and MS Project.

Skills Preferred:
Working knowledge of APQP processes. Working knowledge of OEM Product Development systems. Full driving license.

Details
Experience Required:
Experience of Automotive Engineering and component delivery. Experience and proven record of Project Management. Experience of WERS/AIMS systems is an advantage but not essential.

Experience Preferred:
Ideally familiar with APQP/Launch readiness process, GPDS & supplier PSW deliverables.

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

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.

Engine NVH Development Engineer - Essex - Rate negotiable depending on experience (JAS-100854)

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Engine NVH Development Engineer
Essex, England
Rate negotiable depending on experience

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.

Buyer - Engineered Parts & Systems - West Midlands - £0 per hour + Competitive market rate (DRP-102471)

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Buyer - Engineered Parts & Systems
West Midlands, England
£0 per hour + Competitive market rate

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.
Main Tasks:
*Timely processing of purchase order requests and issuing
*Monitor and report performance of purchasing line with finance department and customer focussed performance metrics.
*Develop preferred supplier list
*Help establish target list of key purchase commodity groups and through negotiation and supplier management obtain best value on major procurement of:
- Engineering services
- Electrical and electronic components and systems
- Manufactured metal work (Cast - machine - pressed)
*Obtaining appropriate quotations
*Running of RFQ tender process
Core requirements:
* Degree or purchasing diploma qualification
*Membership of a professional body (CIPS) or equivalent
*Effective negotiation, analytical and evaluation skills
*Sound commercial and financial awareness
*Experience of procurement on an international basis would be desirable

Travel to suppliers in the UK and Europe as required with occasional travel to India when requested

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.

Aftertreatment Engineer (DV Powerpack) - Basildon - £23.60 - 23.60 per hour (JAS-102070)

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Aftertreatment Engineer (DV Powerpack)
Basildon, Essex, England
£23.60 - 23.60 per hour

An Aftertreatment Engineer is required to work for our large automotive client based in Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Aftertreatment Engineer DV Powerpack

Primary responsibility is to design and release aftertreatment systems for all vehicles which take the DV powerpack. Russia, and many systems for Asia Pacific market to the current or in some cases future tailpipe emissions standards within those respective markets. Candidate will need to work with exhaust and calibration teams to define aftertreatment systems for a number of new vehicles; this would include working with Gebze and Aachen. Use Emissions lab, out sourced engineering organisations and/or supplier test facilities to carry out DVP on production intent systems. Support all catalyst TVM actions.

Job Requirements
Responsible for managing the approval process for catalyst releases: Support change control meetings. Liaise with FMCSA, PVT, MP&L, suppliers, homologation, exhaust and calibration teams to expedite the release process. Ensure all documentation required to support a release. Prepare timing chart and issue to all parties; suppliers, calibration, homologation, exhaust and FMCSA to ensure agreement on implementation timing. Support Homologation process. Supply all necessary catalysts in time and review emissions results prior to certification. Ensure development targets are achieved.

Details
Skills Required:
This is an extremely demanding role and the candidate should have an understanding of the basic chemistry involved in the purification of exhaust gases from diesel and gasoline powertrains as well as good problem solving skills and be motivated to understand in depth technical problems which may arise. They should also have good organisational and project management skills. As much of the role involves interfacing with many different engineering teams, purchasing, suppliers, etc good team work skills are essential. They should also be aware that their actions contribute towards the profitability of our client and as such be self motivated and be able to run projects with minimum supervision.

Education Required:
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.

Powertrain Thermal Systems Integration Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-102304)

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Powertrain Thermal Systems Integration Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive university campus, this centre of excellence for the development of electric vehicles offers tremendous opportunities for career development. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in a multi-cultural environment in the UK and other locations world wide on a regular basis. This role will appeal to candidates located in Coventry, Leamington, Crewe, London, Birmingham, Warwick, Milton Keynes.
As an Integration Engineer you will be working on vehicle programmes in the area of Powertrain Thermal systems development (cooling, intake and exhaust). The job includes the following responsibilities:

• Support the programme design team in the system specification definition for the powertrain thermal systems
• Supervise cooling system flow and thermal analysis using appropriate CAE tools such as KULI or Radtherm in order to aid in the design of the cooling systems and heat management components
• Develop and manage vehicle targets, DVP and programme status documents
• Conduct testing in environmental test facilities and on development hot climate trips; this will include management of vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition as well as processing, analysing and reporting of test data.
  Candidates will need to be Degree, HND or HNC qualified, able to demonstrate strong numeracy and literacy skills and have at least 5 years experience in Powertrain Thermal systems development.
  
  This is a Management graded role therefore candidates must be able to lead and inspire a team to deliver high levels of customer service.

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 Opportunities in the USA - Husabost (RGR-101999)

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Powertrain Opportunities in the USA
Daventry, Darlington, Peterborough, Stamford, Ramsgate, Birmingham, Coventry, Oxford, Warwick. Rome, Paris, Hamburg, Wilhelmshaven, Duisburg, Mannheim, Helsinki, Vaasa, Turka, Espoo

A recognized global partner for the automotive industry is looking to fill key positions at its North American Engineering Headquarters in Michigan. This opportunity will appeal to candidates based in or near Shoreham, Brighton, Peterborough, Daventry, Darlington, Birmingham, Coventry, Northampton, Milton Keynes, London. Applications are also welcome from Powertrain Engineers based in China, Japan, Korea, Australia, France, Sweden, Germany, Holland, Italy, Spain.
This is a very exciting opportunity for ambitious and talented Powertrain Engineers to join a highly dynamic team developing the "powertrains of the future". Utilising state of the art facilities, employing and developing leading-edge methodologies you will be working within highly qualified and motivated teams with the opportunity to directly interact with a wide range of clients.
Degree qualified top-quality Powertrain Design, Analysis, Development and Calibration Engineers looking to take the next steps in their careers via gaining US-based experience are encouraged to apply.

Candidates with experience in the fields of Heavy Duty Diesel, HSDI Diesel and DI Gasoline are of particular interest.

Highly competitive salaries are offered together with Health Care Plan, 401k US pension plan, relocation assistance, flexible assignment duration and Work Permit / Visa applications.

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.

Chassis Design - Executive Engineer (Manager) - Norwich (RGR-97277)

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Chassis Design - Executive Engineer (Manager)
Norwich, Norfolk, England

This is a great opportunity to work for one of the world`s most exciting and dynamic automotive and advanced technology companies. The bulk of the work is for external clients and with facilities in the UK, USA, Malaysia and China, it provides technology and services to the global automotive industry in the areas of lightweight architectures, efficient performance, electrical and electronic integration and driving dynamics. Based in a very attractive part of the UK near Norwich, this role will appeal to candidates based in or near the following locations; Crewe, Birmingham, Coventry, Warwick, Leamington, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Banbury, Oxford. Applications from candidates overseas in locations such as China, France, Germany, Holland, Spain and Italy are also encouraged.
Leading a team of Chassis Design Engineers to turn Clients` Chassis Engineering aspirations into reality. Technical responsibilities will cover the following:

• Chassis Dynamic systems including front and rear suspension, brakes, steering, wheels and tyres and elastomeric mounted subframes.
• Powertrain service systems including cooling, fuel, air intake, exhaust, HEV integration.
  Candidates will ideally have a Degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 5 years industry experience in Chassis systems design with a significant period spent in a leadership position. Candidates from the Rail as well as the Automotive industries will be considered. A good awareness of CAD and CAE system capabilities will be needed and candidates will need to enthusiastic with a passion for 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 Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Programme Leader, Project Manager, Project Leader - Gaydon (RGR-101928)

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Programme Leader, Project Manager, Project Leader
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England

Based at Gaydon in Warwickshire, commutable from Coventry, Leamington, Oxford, Birmingham; this car manufacturer has embraced change without compromising its worldwide reputation for understated style and elegance. Captivating design and unparalleled attention to detail are central to the company`s ethos of Power, Beauty and Soul, and all of its cars are hand-built and bespoke whilst using high technology processes in a very modern environment. Its cars are truly special - they always have been and always will be.
The development of a new range of vehicles has created a very exciting opportunity within the Programme Management Group for a Programme Leader. Key responsibilities of the role will include the following:

• Leading and delivering robust definition, planning and delivery of vehicle programmes.
• Assisting in target setting/balancing and management of cost, quality timing and function.
• Manage concern resolution including administration of the change management system (regular reviews), concern metrics and reporting.
• Working closely with and reporting back to the Programme Manager in relation to change management, and SEL and PDL responses.
• Leading BOM to CAD alignment exercise and Virtual Series events as primary point of contact for Programme.
• Working with PMT areas and the Programme Coordinator to develop commodity plans that deliver releases at the appropriate Data Judgement (DJ) point and correct pedigree parts for vehicle builds.
  Personal Requirements:
• Automotive or Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent.
• Whole vehicle or complex system programme coordination / management.
• Extensive knowledge of product development / creation systems.
• Experience in component design, development and sign off.
• Confident presentation 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.

Programme Leader, Project Manager, Project Leader - Gaydon (RGR-101928)

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Programme Leader, Project Manager, Project Leader
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England

Based at Gaydon in Warwickshire, commutable from Coventry, Leamington, Oxford, Birmingham; this car manufacturer has embraced change without compromising its worldwide reputation for understated style and elegance. Captivating design and unparalleled attention to detail are central to the company`s ethos of Power, Beauty and Soul, and all of its cars are hand-built and bespoke whilst using high technology processes in a very modern environment. Its cars are truly special - they always have been and always will be.
The development of a new range of vehicles has created a very exciting opportunity within the Programme Management Group for a Programme Leader. Key responsibilities of the role will include the following:

• Leading and delivering robust definition, planning and delivery of vehicle programmes.
• Assisting in target setting/balancing and management of cost, quality timing and function.
• Manage concern resolution including administration of the change management system (regular reviews), concern metrics and reporting.
• Working closely with and reporting back to the Programme Manager in relation to change management, and SEL and PDL responses.
• Leading BOM to CAD alignment exercise and Virtual Series events as primary point of contact for Programme.
• Working with PMT areas and the Programme Coordinator to develop commodity plans that deliver releases at the appropriate Data Judgement (DJ) point and correct pedigree parts for vehicle builds.
  Personal Requirements:
• Automotive or Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent.
• Whole vehicle or complex system programme coordination / management.
• Extensive knowledge of product development / creation systems.
• Experience in component design, development and sign off.
• Confident presentation 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.

Build & Test Technician - Northampton - £20k - 30k per year + Excellent + benefits (JSK-100942)

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Build & Test Technician
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
£20k - 30k per year + Excellent + benefits

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 now looking to appoint Build and Test Technicians to provide Build and Test support to meet customer requirements

• Support project requirements and operations within the Build and Test Department
• To build prototype engines record critical data
• To prepare components for assembly, to include inspection and measurement
• Carry out engine disassembly and compile report
• To support production of Engine Build manuals and tooling
• Pre rigging and fitment of engines to the testbed
• Carry out tests to instruction
• Adjust engine parameters and monitor effects on engine operation
• Carry out fault diagnosis and effect repairs
• Edit test screen layouts
• Able to generate new tests
• Collate data
• Assist with the day to day running of department
• Support process development
• Support risk and COSHH assessments
• Work to departmental Health and Safety procedures Qualifications
• Automotive City and Guilds, ONC/HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering
  
  Skills and Experience
• Some experience within prototype Engine Build and Test environment ideal
• Knowledge of engine operation and engine management system is required
• Technical knowledge and working experience of engine test equipment.
• A good understanding of engine hardware, EMS, control systems and fault finding
• An understanding of engine emissions both in control and measurement
• High standard of fitting skills and able to produce fabricated components
• Understand test data and able to identify if data is outside of set parameters
  
  Competencies
• Good communication skills
• Professional approach to all customers
• Focused and self motivated with the ability to motivate others
• Ability to offer solutions to department problems
• Work in a manner that complies with current Health and Safety regulations

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 & Performance Leader-Trainer/CI Background - West Midlands (GSI-100887)

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Process & Performance Leader-Trainer/CI Background
West Midlands, England

They have been established in the UK for almost 30 years and are looking to maintain and bolster its position with a number of key appointments. Working in a challenging but collaborative environment with a complex, technically innovative product for some of the largest and most successful automotive OEMs in the world.
This role is a first for the company so it will give you the chance to develop it how you see fit and to implement ideology that will be best suited to the firm and the environment. There is a strong possibility that a career can be defined as the company are looking to implement other people in a similar role at a later date.
This role is a unique one in that it is a first for the company; the role comprises of the formulation and delivery of a training programme for their machine operators with an emphasis on also educating them on continuous improvement techniques.

It`s a role that will liaise closely with the management team and create standards and protocols for the firm to adhere to; these will largely be Kaizen and Quality driven so you must have a proven track record in implementing continuous improvement techniques as well as training staff.

This position would suit a person with a training background (train the trainer would be great) who has production skills in an automotive environment as you will then be training people within the organisation to put in place your training standards. A person who has design bespoke training in the Automotive industry would be very relevant as long at you can show examples of working with operator level staff.
This permanent role is an immediate start on a competitive salary which is to be discussed at submission stage.

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 CAD Engineer - Lower Trim - West Midlands (GSI-102196)

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Senior CAD Engineer - Lower Trim
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. They are currently seeking a Senior CAD Engineer.
You`ll be a competent and proven designer in the automotive industry. The role is principally designing (using Catia V5) models for the Upper Trim of vehicle variants including Headlining and Pillar trim.

The completed models are to then be stored onto the structured database to support project reviews and DMU process.

This is a CAD based design position so you`ll be producing the designs for most of the working day.
This is a contract role for approx 6 months and an immediate start based on a 37 hour week plus overtime.

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.

Senior Quality Engineer - West Midlands (GSI-102055)

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Senior Quality Engineer
West Midlands, England

Manufacturing business involved in the manufacture of high volume precision components. They have had a significant growth period over the last 8 months which has led to repeat business from key clients.
They have aggressive expansion plans for the next year and one of the best factory/shopfloor facilities that I have seen. A very methodical firm that are moving up at the right pace and certainly one with a reputation that can only be enhanced by their work.
The firm take materials and chemically clean them, and then move them into manufacture for very high precision components; they typically work on products less then 1.5mm.
This role will work in tandem with the current Quality Manager in a "right hand man" capacity; you`ll need to have demonstrable experience as a Quality Engineer and experienced in PPAP and MSA in particular. The team consists of around 10 staff at this moment and they are a good performing team (including the CMM staff) against their targets; you must have experience of delivering results to KPI`s as well. Key skills such as the implementation/utilisation of 5Y and 8D techniques as well as working towards ISO and TS16949 standards.

This role is in fast paced hands on environment; they aren`t looking for a process only person who can only write procedures for the firm to follow. They need a person that can help the existing staff understand new Quality methodology, implement it and coach/mentor the staff through the changes; a very challenging role that will allow you to develop the team with the Quality Manager.
This is a permanent opportunity with an immediate start; salary is to be discussed and submission stage. Benefits include holiday, pension and quarterly bonus scheme depending monitored by KPI`s.
This role is currently on a day shift but it is likely that it may change to shifts; the shifts being 0600-1400 and 1400-2200 so you must be available to work those hours.

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 Thermal Systems Integration Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-102304)

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Powertrain Thermal Systems Integration Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive university campus, this centre of excellence for the development of electric vehicles offers tremendous opportunities for career development. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in a multi-cultural environment in the UK and other locations world wide on a regular basis. This role will appeal to candidates located in Coventry, Leamington, Crewe, London, Birmingham, Warwick, Milton Keynes.
As an Integration Engineer you will be working on vehicle programmes in the area of Powertrain Thermal systems development (cooling, intake and exhaust). The job includes the following responsibilities:

• Support the programme design team in the system specification definition for the powertrain thermal systems
• Supervise cooling system flow and thermal analysis using appropriate CAE tools such as KULI or Radtherm in order to aid in the design of the cooling systems and heat management components
• Develop and manage vehicle targets, DVP and programme status documents
• Conduct testing in environmental test facilities and on development hot climate trips; this will include management of vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition as well as processing, analysing and reporting of test data.
  Candidates will need to be Degree, HND or HNC qualified, able to demonstrate strong numeracy and literacy skills and have at least 5 years experience in Powertrain Thermal systems development.
  
  This is a Management graded role therefore candidates must be able to lead and inspire a team to deliver high levels of customer service.

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 Leader, Project Manager, Project Leader - Gaydon - Excellent salary and benefits (RGR-101928)

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Programme Leader, Project Manager, Project Leader
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
Excellent salary and benefits

Based at Gaydon in Warwickshire, commutable from Coventry, Leamington, Oxford, Birmingham; this car manufacturer has embraced change without compromising its worldwide reputation for understated style and elegance. Captivating design and unparalleled attention to detail are central to the company`s ethos of Power, Beauty and Soul, and all of its cars are hand-built and bespoke whilst using high technology processes in a very modern environment. Its cars are truly special - they always have been and always will be.
The development of a new range of vehicles has created a very exciting opportunity within the Programme Management Group for a Programme Leader. Key responsibilities of the role will include the following:

• Leading and delivering robust definition, planning and delivery of vehicle programmes.
• Assisting in target setting/balancing and management of cost, quality timing and function.
• Manage concern resolution including administration of the change management system (regular reviews), concern metrics and reporting.
• Working closely with and reporting back to the Programme Manager in relation to change management, and SEL and PDL responses.
• Leading BOM to CAD alignment exercise and Virtual Series events as primary point of contact for Programme.
• Working with PMT areas and the Programme Coordinator to develop commodity plans that deliver releases at the appropriate Data Judgement (DJ) point and correct pedigree parts for vehicle builds.
  Personal Requirements:
• Automotive or Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent.
• Whole vehicle or complex system programme coordination / management.
• Extensive knowledge of product development / creation systems.
• Experience in component design, development and sign off.
• Confident presentation 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.

Durability & Structural CAE Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-100549)

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Durability & Structural CAE Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus in Coventry, this Centre of Excellence in the development of Electric Vehicles (EV) and Hybrid Powertrains has an opportunity for a talented Principal Durability and Structural Engineer to lead whole vehicle durability CAE analysis. Durability CAE Principal Engineer working on vehicle programs within the structural and safety CAE team. The job includes the following responsibilities:

Lead the durability CAE competency and implement industry best practice tools and techniques

Support the programme teams in system specification for durability requirements

Complete durability analyses of body structures using appropriate CAE tools; Nastran, Optistruct, LS-Dyna, Abaqus, nCode

Complete whole vehicle and sub-system durability analysis where required

Critique and appraise current processes

Provide secondary support for crash and NVH analysis team

The ideal candidate would be an experienced Durability analyst with secondary competencies in Crash and NVH analysis.

Degree qualified or similar qualification

Minimum of 5 years automotive experience essential

Demonstrate depth of knowledge in relevant technical specialty

Already chartered or working towards chartered status

Evidence of achieving results through effective leadership

Able to translate business plan into individual objectives for staff

Must be able to spend up to 1 week per month in India

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.

Engine 1D & 3D Performance Analyst - Coventry - Attractive salary + car allowance + benefits (RGR-93677)

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Engine 1D & 3D Performance Analyst
Coventry, West Midlands, England
Attractive salary + car allowance + benefits

Based on a very attractive University campus in Coventry (commutable from Northampton, Daventry, Milton Keynes, Oxford, Leicester, Warwick, Leamington Spa, Birmingham, Redditch, Worcester. Will appeal to candidates in the following locations; Shoreham, Brighton, Peterborough, Huddersfield, London) , this Centre of Excellence in the development of electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid and conventional powertrains has an opportunity for a talented Engine 1D and 3D Performance Analyst to join the team. Based on experience this position is being offered at either Senior or Principal Engineer level.
This is a terrific opportunity to become the organisation`s subject expert in 1D and 3D engine analysis.

• Carry out 1D/3D performance analysis.
• Use 1D/3D tools to analyse engine systems and provide guidance and solutions
• Providing gas-side boundary conditions for cooling and structural analysis
• Ownership and control of models used outside the Engine group
• Documentation of component and sub-system design guidelines
• Supporting Engineers with expert advice.
• Providing guidance to less experienced members of the Analysis team
• Candidates will need to be prepared to spend circa one week in eight overseas.
• Degree qualified or similar qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the Automotive industry
• Experience of 1D performance analysis using one or more of the following: AVL Boost, Ricardo WAVE, GT-Power, Lotus software, AmeSim
• Experience of modelling gasoline and diesel engines, boosting systems (including compound, parallel and series systems)
• Experience in both steady-state and transient analysis
• Direct experience of correlating analysis models with physical testing and defining component testing for model correlation purposes
• Able to setup and run Design Of Experiments (DOE) investigations using the above 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.

Body & Exterior Systems - Lead Engineer - Coventry (RGR-101618)

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Body & Exterior Systems - Lead Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

A centre of excellence for vehicle engineering based on a very attractive university campus in Coventry, commutable from Birmingham, Northampton, Milton Keynes, Solihull, Leicester, Warwick, Redditch, Bromsgrove. Dedicated to engineering excellence this Consultancy leads in the development of cutting edge vehicle technologies. Established in the UK for 6 years its continuing success has created an opportunity for a talented Body and Exterior Systems Engineer to join the team.

This position is graded at Lead Engineer and reports into the Chief Engineer. The main activities and tasks will include:

• Lead the development of Body and Exterior Systems of a new vehicle variant including BIW, closures hardware, exterior trim from clay model feasibility to production release and on to vehicle launch.
• Manage cross-functional design reviews to solve critical project issues.
• Delivery will be achieved using a multi-functional team including staff, contract and supplier resource.
• Interface with the customer to ensure the project milestones and gateways are met and delivered.
• Generate internal project timing and resource plans to meet customer milestones and or gateways.
• Based in Coventry, there will be a need for occasional over seas travel.
  Candidate requirements.
• Degree or similar qualification, likely to be Chartered.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to overcome cultural barriers.
• Management background, able to lead large teams of Engineer.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a Body and Exterior engineering lead role.
• Minimum of 10 years Automotive industry experience.

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.

Chief Engineer Chassis (Cooling, HVAC, Structures) - Norwich (RGR-99220)

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Chief Engineer Chassis (Cooling, HVAC, Structures)
Norwich, Norfolk, England

An established and renowned manufacturer, it has a long pedigree of developing high performance sports cars. It offers the most challenging and exciting environment to work in with tremendous opportunities for talented, dedicated and energetic automotive engineers. It is now moving into a new phase in its history with the development of up to 5 new vehicle platforms.

A rare opportunity now exists within its Chassis group at Chief Engineer with responsibility for HVAC, Cooling, Structures and associated ancillaries
With a 1st line report of circa 4 Principal Engineers and a total team of up to 40 the role accountabilities will include:

Ensure planning, costing and timing activities within a project are achieved.

Manage the effective use of supply and engineering partners to delivery project on time.

Manage the team to achieve effective results whilst installing a strong team ethos and continual development strategy within.

Help co-ordinate key activities within new projects to ensure gateways are achieved.

Support Engineering teams with technical information and data to ensure chassis projects are delivered.

Attend customer project review meetings and report accordingly

Ensure sufficient information is available to allow project delivery to specification

Support the Senior Project Engineer in analysing potential issues and corrective actions

Ensure a positive health and safety culture is maintained
This role will appeal to an existing Chief Engineer or a Principal / Lead Engineer seeking to make the next step up in their career. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate the majority of the following.

A Degree or similar qualification

Good planning and project skills

Excellent leadership and man management skills

Experience of Chassis Development

Knowledge of CAD (Catia)

Results driven and self motivated.

Strong written and oral 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.

Chief Engineer - Chassis Dynamics (Suspension, Steering, Wheels & Tyres, Brakes) - Norwich (RGR-99222)

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Chief Engineer - Chassis Dynamics (Suspension, Steering, Wheels & Tyres, Brakes)
Norwich, Norfolk, England

An established and renowned manufacturer, it has a long pedigree of developing high performance sports cars. It offers the most challenging and exciting environment to work in with tremendous opportunities for talented, dedicated and energetic automotive engineers. It is now moving into a new phase in its history with the development of up to 5 new vehicle platforms.

A rare opportunity now exists within its Chassis group at Chief Engineer with responsibility for Suspension, Steering, Wheels and Tyres and Brakes.
With a 1st line report of circa 4 Principal Engineers and a total team of up to 40 the role accountabilities will include:

Ensure planning, costing and timing activities within a project are achieved.

Manage the effective use of supply and engineering partners to delivery project on time.

Manage the team to achieve effective results whilst installing a strong team ethos and continual development strategy within.

Help co-ordinate key activities within new projects to ensure gateways are achieved.

Support Engineering teams with technical information and data to ensure chassis projects are delivered.

Attend customer project review meetings and report accordingly

Ensure sufficient information is available to allow project delivery to specification

Support the Senior Project Engineer in analysing potential issues and corrective actions

Ensure a positive health and safety culture is maintained
This role will appeal to an existing Chief Engineer or a Principal / Lead Engineer seeking to make the next step up in their career. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate the majority of the following.

A Degree or similar qualification

Good planning and project skills

Excellent leadership and man management skills

Experience of Chassis Development

Knowledge of CAD (Catia)

Results driven and self motivated.

Strong written and oral 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.

Chassis Analysis Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-100568)

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Chassis Analysis Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus in Coventry, this Centre of Excellence in the development of Electric Vehicles (EV) and Hybrid Powertrains has an opportunity for a talented Chassis Analysis Principal Engineer to lead vehicle Chassis CAE analysis. Support passenger car and commercial vehicle Chassis CAE Analysis.

CAE - ADAMS Chassis/Car simulation and analysis of suspension systems and vehicle dynamic performance

CAE - FE based structural durability of Chassis systems - Suspension members, subframes, knuckles and body structure using Hypermesh, IDEAS and Abaqus

Creation of road spring, damper and bush specifications

Degree qualified or similar

Strong numeracy/literacy

Minimum of 5 years automotive experience essential

Capable of leading a project with minimum supervision

Demonstrate a depth knowledge in chassis structural FE and dynamic analysis (ADAMS)

Demonstrate depth of knowledge in vehicle chassis systems and dynamics, including experience in vehicle test and development

Extensive general knowledge in vehicle chassis systems

Knowledge of Matlab an advantage

Willing and able to spent up to 1 week per month overseas including regular travel to India

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 Project Manager - Electric & Hybrid Vehicles - West Midlands (RGR-100996 A)

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Engineering Project Manager - Electric & Hybrid Vehicles
West Midlands, England

Our client is Europe s largest independent supplier of lithium-ion battery systems. The development of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles has created a tremendous demand for its products and expertise, bringing with it a great opportunity for a talented, energetic and ambitious Engineering Project Manager to work with high-performance vehicle manufacturers in the UK and Mainland Europe.
Based in Coventry, commutable from Birmingham, Leicester, Northampton, Warwickshire; the Engineering Project Manager will be responsible for cost, schedule, scope, risk and opportunity, resource planning and the technical implementation of OEM vehicle programmes.

• Lead projects from kick-off through to production launch, acting as the primary customer interface and facilitating all project activities
• Understand and monitor the project team`s ability to successfully deliver projects, ensuring recovery plans are developed where failure to deliver is anticipated
• Understand and monitor the project scope and deliverables ensuring uncontrolled creep does not occur
• Own and report on the financial position of the project and manage the schedule to create project opportunity
• Motivate and lead a multidiscipline engineering team
• Identify outsource opportunities and manage their deliverables
• Deliver the programme on time and to budget
• There will be a degree of travel in the UK and mainland Europe and possibly the USA
  
  This challenging position would suit a hands-on, practical, qualified individual who has a proven background within project management with experience of leading project teams in the delivery of new product introduction for automotive customers. Full product training will be provided and applications are welcomed from Project Managers from a wide range of vehicle product development backgrounds including electrical and electronics, powertrain, chassis, body and trim, safety systems.
  
  The Person
• Customer focused, creative, energetic and enthusiastic
• Engineering Degree qualified
• Minimum of 5 years automotive projects experience
• Commercially aware
• Experienced in outsource management
• Proven track record of delivery
• Proficient in MS Project and Office
• Experience in PPAP and APQP
• Understanding of earned value management

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.

Hybrid & EV High Voltage Systems Principal / Executive Engineer - Norfolk (RGR-100892)

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Hybrid & EV High Voltage Systems Principal / Executive Engineer
Norfolk, England

Our client is an established engineering consultancy operating at the forefront of innovation and technology within the automotive industry. Recognised globally for its cutting-edge engineering capability it is now seeking to recruit a Hybrid and Electric Vehicle High Voltage Systems Principal / Executive Engineer.
The role will have responsibility for the specification, development, validation and implementation of high voltage systems in HEV and EV automotive applications.

Key duties will include;

Design, test and produce hardware for the control and distribution of energy for a range of products, DC/DC converters, 3 phase motors, generators, distribution units, battery systems.

Power / control electronics design including modelling/simulation, component sixing, thermal analysis, control electronics circuit design, power electronics strategy, high voltage isolation

Work with motor design, controls, systems and thermal engineers to develop robust electric drive solutions

Drive product development from initial concept through to final product launch

Generate engineering documentation such as BOM, schematics, reports, FMEA

Oversee qualification tests

Develop operating procedures
Candidates will need to be Degree qualified in Electronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years experience Hybrid drive systems. Must have extensive knowledge of high voltage systems including power electronics, power conversion, power supply.

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 Service Analyst - Leicestershire (GSI-102057)

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Product Service Analyst
Leicestershire, England

An excellent opportunity to join a world renowned organisation that design and manufacture earth moving and agricultural vehicles.
This is a really varied and very interestring role; essentially the role is to work in tandem with various teams to isolate trrends in machine failures. You`ll be responsible for analysing the failures for the products in warranty thorugh liaison with customers and responding to enquireies. It is essential that you feel happy chatting to people and building effective working relationships.
After analysing the trends of the failures, you will be offering ways of preventing similar failures in the future, thus streamlining the operation of the firm.
You don`t have to be from an Engineering environment (business or banking analysts would be suitable) but you must be capavble of working iwith customers and engineers to formulate action plans and solutions to ongoing problems after analysis.
This is a permanent opportunity and an immediate start with a global organisation; they offer a great benefits package and plenty of opportunities to build a career path in a chosen direction.
Their ethos is very much about the people in the organisation offering support through management, mentoring schemes and ongoing training.

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.

Manufacturing Engineer - NPI - Cambridgeshire - £26k - 30k per year + �26k - �30k (GSI-101479)

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Manufacturing Engineer - NPI
Cambridgeshire, England
£26k - 30k per year + ?26k - ?30k

An excellent opportunity to join a world renowned organisation that design and manufacture earth moving and agricultural vehicles.
The firm are looking for a good manufacturing engineer to blend into an existing team; you must have some experience but it doesn`t need to be to management level or exhaustive. It`s a position that supports the process and development teams and reports into the manufacturing engineering supervisor.

The key responsibilities will be to work within the team (predominantly on NPI) and support the procurement and installation of new manufacturing facilities.

This will involve liaising with other employees, potential suppliers and customers so you must feel comfortable giving advice and explaining actions.

You`ll need to have the aforementioned manufacturing experience (ideally DFA/DFM also), knowledge of lean/quality methodology and a degree. Any experience of working with NPI would be a distinct advantage.
This is a permanent opportunity and an immediate start with a global organisation; they offer a great benefits package and plenty of opportunities to build a career path in a chosen direction.

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.

Global Security Manager - Leicester (GSI-102207)

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Global Security Manager
UK / USA / ASIA

Our client is recognised as a leading manufacturer of industrial diesel engines. OEM Manufacturers and users on every continent have, for generations, powered their world.
This is a very specialist, executive and important position for the firm; a role that can be based in Europe, Asia or the USA.

Predominantly a high level management based role, you`ll be coordinating the security protocol for the group. A significant part of the position will be the effective coordination and deployment of sub contracted security professionals in relation to responding to critical security related incidents against employees or assets.

The implementations you will initiate will be targeted to maintain security processes and asset protection measures to reduce risks, respond to incidents and limit exposure to liability in all areas through significant previous experience.

There will be a large amount of investigation work, including interviewing; major law enforcement (high ranking police official, intelligence agency (MI-5) would be distinctly advantageous.

There will be some aspect of travel around the world as this is a global position; if you speak other languages than English that would be highly sough after also.
To be considered, you must have a strong academic base; ideally Masters qualified and significant experience in the competences already outlined.

This is a very specialist and important role; salary is to be discussed at submission stage.

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.

Acquisition & Facilities Engineer - UK/USA Based - Leicester - £45,000 - £50,000 DOE (GSI-102259)

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Acquisition & Facilities Engineer - UK/USA Based
UK / USA
£45,000 - £50,000 DOE

Our client is recognised as a leading manufacturer of industrial diesel engines. OEM Manufacturers and users on every continent have, for generations, powered their world. If possible, the desired location for this role is in the USA.
This position requires a person with extensive knowledge of Facilities Management in the UK and the USA. You`ll be responsible for managing a portfolio of existing building on behalf of the firm whilst sourcing new real estate/land for new developments. They currently have ongoing developments in the USA, Singapore and potentially Australia.
You must have a strong track record of managing a varied and large portfolio, with an emphasis on maximising value and troubleshooting problems.
The post requires an organised person who is experienced in analysing problems, troubleshoots, and identifying alternative solutions. This would included projections and possible consequences of proposed actions whilst initiating methods to evade potential problems.
The role is working within a team of 4 located in Europe, USA and the UK. Strong academia is required, ideally a degree in Economics or a related construction degree; it`s a permanent role with a good salary and excellent benefits.

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.

Contract Quality Engineer - Leicestershire (GSI-100913)

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Contract Quality Engineer
Leicestershire, England

Our client acquires, develops and applies new ideas and improved components to support their customer s products. They also offer design, development, manufacture and software services and products to the aerospace, space, energy and transport industries.

A new contract opportunity has arisen for a Quality Engineer up to the end of 2011.

Reporting to the Quality Manager (based at Lincoln site), the individual will be responsible for the following:
- Provide a quality engineering service to aerospace engineering and manufacturing project teams, including technical support in the identification and interpretation of company, customer and international standards/specifications.
- Provide assistance in the preparation of appropriate and adequate quality procedures and working practices, quality plans, process charts etc
- Working with the project teams to ensure that these procedures are suitable and sufficient.
- Provide a quality assurance service to the engineering and manufacturing projects through conducting internal compliance audits and supporting quality reviews with customers, arranging, implementing or responding to corrective actions as necessary, and closely monitoring these until they are closed-out
- Register and progress concession requests and to liaise with suppliers and the engineering department to ensure that concessions are reviewed, sentenced and closed out in accordance with Company procedures.
- Provide assistance to the Operations Director in the generation of quality metrics and reporting data as necessary.
- Conduct supplier quality audits as necessary in support of the purchasing function.
Experience Required

- Will have worked in the aerospace industry and be familiar with ISO9001 and AS9100 requirements.
- Proven experience conducting quality audits and supporting customer and third party certification audits.
- Good understanding of precision machining and processes, drawing practices, calibration, certification standards.
- Understanding of quality management tools (e.g.. 6 sigma, Pareto, Kaizen, 5Ys, 8Ds etc).
- Proven experience in the manufacture of flight hardware would be a distinct advantage.

Qualifications Required:

- 5 GCSEs including English and Maths
- HND or equivalent in relevant discipline desirable
- Recognised internal auditor training
- Good IT skills in MS Word, Powerpoint, Excel

Other Requirements:

- Excellent communication skills
- Car driver (visits to our Lincoln manufacturing facility will be required, maybe weekly)
- Knowledge of aero engines / rotating parts 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 Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Project Engineer-Automotive - Oxfordshire (GSI-102288)

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Project Engineer-Automotive
Oxfordshire, England

This firm is a market leader in the automotive sector and provide specialist trim solutions across the world working with major automotive clients.

Their offices cover the UK and Europe and operate on projects from prototype, test, design, manufacture and production.
The are located in rural Oxfordshire and accessible from many different locations.
This role would suit a person from the Automotive sector who has worked in a Project Engineer or Quality capacity. You`ll need to be able to work in a Quality led way (PPAP, FMEA, APQP, TS16949) whilst being a customer focussed individual working within a small team.

The role will incorporate CAD based design from initial brief given by the client; any 3D CAD capability using Inventor would be advantageous. It`s very much a design and lifecycle role (bills of materials) as you`ll be working with the supplier teams from inception, through to manufacture incorporating an outside view on the process used; you are welcomed to offer advice how the process can be changed to make it more streamlined. Right first time knowledge would be very useful and would any first article pervious experience also.

You must have similar experience from a Tier 1 supplier or from a component background and be able to chair various design meetings which clearly demonstrates the timelines proposed and the action to achieve the desired results.

The make up of the team is largely based around NPI and you would be reporting to the Engineering Manager; an organised personality is a must.
This is a permanent role paying a good salary plus benefits; it`s a structured interview process also.

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 Engineer-Solid Modelling - Shropshire - £27,000 (DOE) (GSI-101535)

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CAD Engineer-Solid Modelling
Shropshire, England
£27,000 (DOE)

Our client is a well established supplier of prototype and small batch cast components for the Motorsport and Automotive industry. Facilities include design, casting and machining.
This is a good opportunity for a person with a CAD/Design Engineering background; you`ll be preparing solid model drawings. You must have a CAD background (Catia, Solidworks, AutoCAD, Inventor or Pro E) and have experience of solid modelling with any of these programmes.

The firm are looking for a person who also has a background or knowledge with CNC machinery, including data control (Hass and Mazak).

Any exposure to Quality or Lean would be great but the main aspect of the role is design (DFM) of pattern tooling. If you have experience with tools, then you`d be perfectly suited for the role
On offer is a permanent salary (paid weekly) up to 27,000 depending on experience plus benefits to include pension, life insurance and 25 days holiday. This role is weekly paid based upon an hourly rate based on salary.

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 Design Engineer Body - Swindon (PKT-101879)

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Mechanical Design Engineer Body
Swindon, Gloucestershire, England

A major automotive company focused on providing high quality products, at their state of the art production facility, are now looking to recruit a permanent Mechanical Design Engineer (Body).

This role is based in the Wiltshire area, close to the M4, and is commutable from Cirencester, Bristol, Stroud and Bath.

Mechanical design of body equipment: primarily welding jigs, fixtures, special purpose machines and robot cells. Additionally paint process equipment, trim final assembly and testing equipment,.

Required Experience:

- Tooling and equipment design.
- Special purpose machines.
- Mechanical design, detailing, assembly drawing, bill of materials and geometrical tolerancing.
- Design of machined and fabricated components.
- Creation of sequence charts and pneumatic diagrams.
- Catia V5 solid modelling.
- Awareness of project control via schedules, cost tracking and manpower allocation.
- Awareness of hydraulic, pneumatic and basic electrical control systems.
- Demonstrate experience of problem solving and implementation of successful countermeasures.
Will be Qualified to HNC or Higher in Mechanical Engineering.

Desirable Experience:

- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Catia V5 would be an advantage.
- Good team member and communication skills are a must.
- Must be proactive, assertive, open and responsive to change.
- Ability to work under pressure and to a tight timescale
- Experience in controlling, leading and supervising contractors and temporary staff would be an advantage.
- Willingness to work extra hours when required.
- Flexible and adaptable to constantly changing requirements of the business (bank holiday, weekend working if 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.

Electrical Design Engineer - Swindon (PKT-101873)

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Electrical Design Engineer
Swindon, Gloucestershire, England

A major automotive company focused on providing high quality products, at their state of the art production facility, are now looking to recruit permanent Electrical Design Engineers.

This role is based in the Wiltshire area, close to the M4, and is commutable from Cirencester, Bristol, Stroud and Bath.
Electrical design of manufacturing equipment; including risk assessment, specification, quotation, hardware and software design
Software design: HMI, PLC and safety.
Hardware design: schematic, panel layout, cable harnesses and parts lists.
Supervision of contract design engineers.
Project planning and management.
Supplier Support, development and control.
Production Support / Problem Countermeasure.
CE marking of equipment.

Essential:
Minimum of 2 years design experience in related industry.
Design of automated manufacturing/special purpose equipment.
Proficient in AutoCAD.
Proficient in PLC programming.
Specification and design of schematic circuits.
Commissioning and maturation of manufacturing equipment.
Strong communication skills at all levels.
Demonstrable experience of problem solving and implementation of countermeasures.
Flexible approach to work with a willingness to work weekends if required.

Desirable:
Degree / HND in relevant engineering discipline.
Proficient in AutoCAD Electrical.
Design of HMI screens, preferably Proface, Omron and Mitsubishi (not SCADA).
Proficient in Omron and Mitsubishi.
BIW process knowledge and experience.
Report writing and presentation skills.
Large and Small Project Control / Supervision.
Machinery directive / machine building knowledge.
CE marking and requirement knowledge.
Design risk assessment capability.
Demonstrable experience of successful project target completion.

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 Electronics Engineer - Leicester (PKT-102393)

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Senior Electronics Engineer
Leicester, Leicestershire, England

A recognised leading manufacturer of industrial diesel engines, is now looking for a Senior Electronics Engineer to join the organisation.

This role is based in the Cambridgeshire area, close to the M1 and M11, and is commutable from Peterborough, Corby, Leicester and Northampton.
An opportunity exists for a customer facing Senior Electronics Engineer.

The Senior Electronics Engineer s principle responsibilities are
- Action routine and complex enquiries for electronic information
- Optimise electronic specifications for customer engines understanding of specific applications
- Manage all customers programs with minimal guidance
- Identify training needs
- Fully complete AandI Installation Electronic appraisal with ownership to solve customers engine and installation issues and feed back to customer
- Interpret results and draw conclusions from installations to implement permanent electronics solutions
- Capture customer/ market sector technical requirements, support the Electronic section of the function requirement documents where required as part of APQP and support development to translate into standard or bespoke product offerings
- Provide Electronic leadership to other AandI Engineers

Ideal candidates would have:
- Knowledge of engine electronics
- Experience on engine calibration and performance development
- Experience of Canape and Canalyser diagnostic tools
- Customer Facing Experience
- Degree or business experience equivalent

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 Specialist Engineer - FPGA - Aylesbury - Salary Negotiable (PKT-99239)

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Senior Specialist Engineer - FPGA
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England
Salary Negotiable

A leading supplier to the global aerospace industry. Its products and services support every major civil and military aerospace programme in the western world, from helicopters to the latest generation of commercial and military jets.
A position has become available for a Senior Specialist Engineer for FPGA design.
This role is based in Buckinghamshire, close to the M1 and is commutable from Aylesbury, Hemel Hempstead, Milton Keynes and Luton.
The role is principally to design, validate, verify, certify and maintain new conceptual and existing FPGA/ASICs designs, reaching compliance for DO-254 certification.
Away from your core role, as the Senior Specialist Engineer you may be required to carry out assignments in other departments throughout the company.
This is a permanent role with an immediate start, paying a competitive salary with additional benefits. To be considered, you must have a demonstratable background in FPGA design (ideally VHDL), simulation experience (Modelsim) and fitting (Actel or Xilinx).

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 Project Engineer - Solidworks Based - Worcestershire (GSI-101419)

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Senior Project Engineer - Solidworks Based
Worcestershire, England

This is a very friendly medium sized firm with it`s roots in the Midlands; they design, manufacture and produce key components for several industries.

The facility is accessible by car and public transport; they have a very good working ethos and support in each other in the work they undertake. Their trade is predominantly metals with metal cutting machinery as well as CNC and traditional tools.
Working within the Technical team, this role will be a design based role mainly (Solidworks/AutoCAD) to include creating your own designs (detailed drawings) whilst liaising the customer. The firm have a backlog of CAD work, so that will be the principle element in the role straight away.

You`ll need to be proficient using the CAD systems above and ne happy to work with minimal supervision; you`ll also need have be confident chatting with the end users about your designs and their functionality.

This is a full lifecycle role so experience in the manufacturing/production sectors is a pre requisite; if you have experience in the fabrication, rubber moulding or precision metal processing, this role would be perfect for you.
It`s a great role aimed at a person who wants to work in a very successful company; they are a friendly and traditional group of people who work for each other. On offer is a good market salary, bonus potential, life insurance and pension.

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 Quality Engineer-Aerospace - Bedfordshire (GSI-101017)

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Senior Quality Engineer-Aerospace
Bedfordshire, England

Our client is a world leading manufacturer of cabin interior products for commercial passenger aircraft and business jets, as well as, a wide range of cabin interior design, reconfiguration and certification services, including the conversion of passenger aircraft to freighter use.
The Snr Quality Engineer role will work in house whilst liaising with suppliers and the SQE team in relation to NPI; principally you`ll be working on the new A350 project to include working with the first article team. You`ll be reporting to the Process Manager developing and managing new quality procedures whilst being the focal point for the customer with any quality related requirements.

The role will be working in the structures department and you`ll need previous experience in the Aerospace sector working towards AS9100, ISO 9000 and Part 145 standards; the role is predominantly working with NPI. The firm are looking for a person with strong 8D and 5S usage and, ideally, knowledge in continual improvement methodology also.

The culture of the team is very much continuous improvement and embodies a teambuilding ethos as you`ll regularly be coordinating with other departments and specialist teams. Day to day activities will be to support the site Quality Manager and to audit the standards within the company.
This is a role that offers a competitive market salary and great benefits that include 33 days holiday (inc stats) and flexible working hours

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 Manufacturing APQP Engineer-NPI - Peterborough - £0 - 44k per year + up to 44k + benefits (GSI-102410)

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Senior Manufacturing APQP Engineer-NPI
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England
£0 - 44k per year + up to 44k + benefits

Our client is recognised as a leading manufacturer of industrial diesel engines. OEM Manufacturers and users on every continent have, for generations, powered their world. If possible, the desired location for this role is in the USA.
This role will be team based, reporting to the APQP Supervisor; it is vital as it`s aids in the successful implementation and delivery of major manufacturing and NPI projects with this global firm.

You must have proven technical expertise in the implementation and application of proactive quality tools, and the ability to develop and deploy new strategies for the continued Manufacturing APQP, specifically NPI. This role would perfectly suit a person who has a string manufacturing/automotive background who excels in PPAP and APQP; it`s a people facing role so you must feel comfortable advising staff and potentially clients alike.

The individual will be a key speaker and contributor capable of guiding staff and customers through their ideas (and potentially change) whilst interacting with other teams acting as a technical point of contact. You`ll need demonstrable experience of strategy and working to achieving the pre set goals of the firm; there is a strong career path defined with this role.

This position is a Senior level acquisition; we`d like to hear from candidates who have a relevant degree (mechanical or manufacturing) as well as the experience above.
This permanent role offers a very good salary and excellent benefits; the salary is dependent on experience and will be discussed at submission stage.

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.