Senior Electronics Development Engineer - Shrewsbury (PKT-102749)

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Senior Electronics Development Engineer
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England

Our client is one of the world`s largest companies in the field of electrical variable speed drives. The organisation designs and manufactures a very broad range of Electrical Variable Speed Drives embracing AC and DC technologies from 100W to more than 1MW. These drives are marketed throughout the world through a distribution network.

This role is based in the Powys, close to the M54 and is commutable from Telford, Shrewsbury and Welshpool.

You will be responsible for Drive Design projects across all disciplines in producing a range of products to replace current Drives being manufacture today, to include:

Basic control of a.c. motors using a voltage source inverter
Application of motor drives
Embedded software design preferably in OEM target hardware
To design and develop analogue/digital/power electronic circuits and systems for real time electronics and industrial automation projects
To implement designs which conform to international standards and functional requirements
To implement designs, personally, and through other team members, which meet agreed functional design requirements
Utilisation of 8/16/32 bit microcontrollers and DSP s and associated hardware
Implement and verify designs which meet the agreed functional design specifications, whilst satisfying agreed necessary conditions for quality, reliability, manufacturability and cost
Document designs for record keeping and peer review
interface with external suppliers.
Working to agreed timescales and project plans.
Essential Requirements:

MEng if 5+ yrs experience, BEng BSc if 10yrs+ both groups must have 2.i or 1st degree result
Qualification must be in Electronics (ideally EandE) and ideally post grad too.
C and C++ programming with direct experience of embedded software programming.
Has direct experience of analogue and digital Power Electronic Circuits (schematic test at interview)
Experience with Industrial Drives with direct experience of them in design environment. This will be with induction motors and/or servo drives and include control systems analysis work.
A good understanding of motion control with practical experience on industrial applications.
Knows the structure of microcontrollers and can understand and debug at assembly code level
Strong theoretical and practical design skills.
An understanding of basic control theory.

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 Manufacturing Engineer - Warwickshire (GSI-101912)

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Powertrain Manufacturing Engineer
Warwickshire, England

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

As an experienced Manufacturing Engineer, you`ll relish this opportunity to be at the forefront of delivering advanced Power Train technology across the extensive and ever-growing product range. Investment in Power Train Advanced Manufacturing Engineering is a key element of their constant quest for new ideas. Naturally, to create inspirational technology, we seek skilled individuals who share a passion for innovation and quality.

Based at Engineering sites in the Midlands (but with the flexibility to spend time across other operations), whatever your area of expertise, you`ll provide vital support across Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, product development and launch activities. You`ll be a core member of an established team responsible for delivering Power Train programmes and associated machining, assembly and test processes. Working closely with Product Development Engineers, Faculty Vendors and Tooling Suppliers, you`ll make sure component and whole vehicle designs meet globally renowned quality and efficiency standards.

To join our client, you`ll need to combine a relevant degree qualification with a strong professional track record of delivering to tough schedules, ideally in Power Train. You`ve got demonstrable knowledge of machining processes and facilities (particularly CNCs), together with proven experience across facility installation and commissioning, assembly and test operations, and the use of quality tools, such as DFMEA / PFMEA. Ideally, you`ll also have a working knowledge of lean manufacturing techniques, simulation and virtual toolsets. Naturally, excellent interpersonal and communication skills will also be a real advantage. On occasion you may be required to travel abroad on company business, or to carry out your duties outside the United Kingdom for extended periods. Travel home to the UK and expenses will be reimbursed in line with company policies.

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.

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer - Warwickshire (GSI-101911)

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Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
Warwickshire, England

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

The Advanced Manufacturing Team supports the very latest products, from concept to launch. We`re currently recruiting into a range of specialist areas.

Process Engineers, Facility Engineers and Virtual Simulation Engineers work closely with Product Development Engineers, Manufacturing Operations teams and equipment suppliers. You`ll ensure component and whole vehicle designs harmonise perfectly with manufacturing requirements, in terms of feasibility, efficiency and ultimate build integrity. You will be expected to design, develop and implement manufacturing solutions associated with Forming and Assembly, Processes, Tooling and Facilities.
There are opportunities across several core engineering areas including Stamping, Body in White, Paint, Trim and Final Assembly. In addition we are seeking the right candidates in the associated areas of Dimensional Control and Build Integrity, Dimensional Variation Analysis, Industrial Engineering and Manpower Planning.

We`re also seeking Programme Management Engineers to coordinate manufacturing activities and product gateways to ensure delivery of project targets, and Manufacturing Business Office Engineers to help establish future strategy by conducting and scrutinising Make vs. Buy Studies and Manufacturing Feasibility Studies.

To join in any of these roles, you`ll need to combine a relevant degree (or equivalent) with proven manufacturing engineering experience in a relevant industry. Naturally, you`ll be a team player with the flexibility to work alongside talented colleagues from all kinds of disciplines, at any of the sites. You`ll need to demonstrate good IT skills and an awareness of Process Authoring Tool simulation and virtual toolsets, such as Digibuck, Process Simulate, CATIA V5 and GSPAS. Ideally, you will already have some vehicle manufacturing and launch 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.

Test Technician Vehicle Dynamics - Nuneaton - £20k - 25k per year + £20K to £25K plus excellent benefits (RGR-102741)

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Test Technician Vehicle Dynamics
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England
£20k - 25k per year + £20K to £25K plus excellent benefits

Based in Nuneaton, Warwickshire we re an innovative company focused on creating the future of advanced vehicle and systems technology.

Our customer focused, fully integrated approach and industry experience, together with our facilities, gives us the pioneering edge to deliver ground breaking, whole market solutions.

This role will appeal to candidates located in Warwickshire, West Midlands and surrounding towns and cities including Milton Keynes, Leamington, Northampton, Leamington, Coventry, Birmingham, Milton Keynes, Warwick, Tamworth, Litchfield.
Continued growth has created an opening for a Test Technician with Vehicle Dynamics experience. This is a great opportunity to join an organisation with a very bright future, offering good future promotion prospects.

The main purpose of the job is to carry out vehicle kinematics and compliance (K and C) testing. Key functions will include:

• Vehicle acceptance checks
• Vehicle preparation and loading onto test rig
• Operation of the K and C facility
• Scrutiny of test data
• Preparation of K and C data reports
• Maintenance of K and C facility
• Preparation of Customer proposals
  Candidates will need to be qualified to Degree level in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering and have experience in vehicle dynamics and kinematics and compliance testing with practical hands-on 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.

Applications Engineer-Aerospace - West Midlands - £30k - 35k per year + £30K to £35K (GSI-102692)

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Applications Engineer-Aerospace
West Midlands, England
£30k - 35k per year + £30K to £35K

Our client is one of the world`s leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of precision seals and bearings supplying to the automotive, aerospace, oil and gas, food and marine industries.

Reporting to the Technical Manager, the role is primarily an interface with the customer concerning technical matters. The aim of the Application Engineering function is to facilitate the application of products into the customer s product by providing technical advice, directly or via the sales teams about the specification, suitability or design of seals in the relevant operating conditions as defined by the customer or end user. The application engineer s role can be specific to a market segment or multiple markets segments and thereby encompasses the potential for dealing with a large range of applications.

An engineering or other relevant technical qualification to HND or higher or with comparable demonstrated experience.

You will have the ability to comprehend engineering drawings and technical specifications with an operational knowledge of latest CAD systems.

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 / Procurement Engineer - Leicestershire - £30k - 38k per year + £30K - £38K pa plus excellent benefits (GSI-102730)

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Manufacturing / Procurement Engineer
Leicestershire, England
£30k - 38k per year + £30K - £38K pa plus excellent benefits

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.

As Manufacturing / Procurement Engineer essentially you will have a proven track record of procurement in an engineering environment, ideally in the aerospace industry with a good knowledge of purchasing and accounting practices and contract law.

Your main responsibilities will be to:
- Work closely with the test rig engineering team, advising on manufacturability. Source and technically audit suitable manufacturing suppliers, ensuring that appropriate manufacturing methods are employed. Place and expedite purchase orders against agreed plans. Co-ordinate concessions and provide technical/manufacturing trouble-shooting
- Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers including charge rates with subcontractors and agencies. Support the day-to-day purchasing requirements associated with the provision of facilities and services for an engineering office
- Maintain the supplier database, managing the supplier approval and score card processes and overseeing the administration of the purchasing system
- Provide support to the Principal Buyer at the ITP factory at Lincoln as and when required, covering raw material and subcontract manufacture / processing, general purchasing
The ideal person will have a degree or HND in mechanical engineering, and excellent knowledge of general manufacturing processes associated with high value, high integrity parts including prototypes.

Experience in contract negotiations and conducting supplier performance audits will be required.

In return, our client offers appropriate training, career development and a competitive salary package. Benefits include a 37 hours working week with flexible start and finish times, paid overtime, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, excellent pension scheme and a free car park.

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.

Head of Assembly - Northampton - £40k - 50k per year + Excellent + benefits (JSK-102746)

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Head of Assembly
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
£40k - 50k per year + Excellent + benefits

The company is a leading international development partner to the automobile and engine industry. They are going through a period of major growth and are looking to hire a Head of Assembly.

This is a newly created position which will oversee all Company assembly strategy, budgets and resource plans in a multi-site operation; ensuring all output schedules are met in full, on time and to required quality and cost standards

Duties will include:

• Monitor departmental KPI's and individuals performance
• Monitor and identify opportunities for cost reduction
• Investigate stock discrepancies and take corrective action and control stock values
• Ensure Suppliers are selected, appraised and work in line with business requirements
• Ensure production processes are maintained and developed using the Company continuous improvement, actively encouraging team participation
• Responsibility for the recruitment, training, motivation and safety and welfare of personnel.
• Monitor supply performance. Report periodically providing statistical data.
• Perform any other tasks as required by the Plant Director that are within the capability of the jobholder.
• Co-ordinate all site security requirements
• Responsible for the Health and Safety of all employees and visitors. Monitor and maintain housekeeping of all areas under your responsibility and environmental issues
• Manage Production Supervisors, Team Leaders and non production support personnel
• Responsible for maintaining and storing all relevant production records Qualified to degree level or equivalent in an appropriate engineering subject, you will have worked in the automotive industry and have held a senior management position being responsible for staff and budgets.
  
  You will also have experience of managing and implementing projects which could include assembly line relocation, new product introduction etc.
  
  A working knowledge of SAP or similar management tool would be highly desirable, as would familiarity of a second European language (preferably German).
  
  You will be customer focussed (internal and external) and be looking to develop your team`s capabilities whilst at all times ensuring targets are delivered on time, in full.

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.

Quality Engineer-Automotive - West Midlands (GSI-102690)

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Quality Engineer-Automotive
West Midlands, England

Our client provides proprietary products and innovative systems for automotive components, protect and repair construction materials and metal surfaces treatments.

You`ll be reporting to the Operations Director ensuring the Quality and Environmental Systems are maintained in accordance with the required standards. You must be competent with ISO9001:2000, TS16949 and ISO 14001 accreditations and be able to audit internally against the said accreditations.

The role comprises of managing (1 Quality Engineer and 1 Administration person), train, evaluate, motivate, delegate and monitor all staff reporting to you; it`s a very hands on role with a firm that are in the process of change. The career path is not pre determined and there are natural options to move up to Snr Quality Manager level within this division or another division of the wider group.

You will take responsibly for the paperwork systems required by the Production Department to ensure the successful processing of customers components. This will involve certain elements of an SQE role which will allow you to meet suppliers and customers; you must be happy with this although not necessarily have previous experience of doing so.

Proven Quality Engineer experience is a must, ideally in mainstream Automotive (or Tier 1/2 OEM) or Aerospace as the company supply into both sectors. Significant Quality methodology understanding is a pre requisite and in particular Root Cause Analysis and prepare 8D reports.

This is a permanent role and an immediate start, salary is market competitive and negotiable on 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.

EDS CAD Engineer - Norwich (PKT-102209)

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EDS CAD Engineer
Norwich, Norfolk, England

Client has been established as a specialist in the global automotive industry, both as a successful manufacturer of sports cars and as a leading engineering consultancy for vehicle manufacturers and suppliers.
Now recruiting for a Senior/Principle and a Junior Electrical Engineer.
These roles are based in the Norfolk area, close to the M11/A11 and is commutable from Cambridge, Bury St Edmunds, Ipswich and Newmarket.

These roles as a Design Engineer will include:(Leading for the Principle Engineer)
- Providing design schemes for complete vehicle electrical systems on conventional vehicles, hybrid and electric drive train packages in 2D and 3D CAD systems.
- Providing supportive analysis for such schemes and approving/directing detail design.
- Liaising with all LE groups, suppliers and clients.
- For more senior roles, supervising design engineers in order to meet programme objectives.

Personal Requirements:
- HND qualified, but preferably a mechanical / electrical degree.
- Significant automotive experience (or aerospace if not).
- Knowledge of Catia V5 and MS Office Suite.

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.

Electronics Engineer - West Midlands (PKT-101779)

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Electronics Engineer
West Midlands, England

An excellent opportunity for a Electronics Production Engineer - Alternate Test Equipment, working in the West Midlands area for a leading aerospace supplier of electronic fuel control systems.
This role is based in the West Midlands, close to the M42 and is commutable from Birmingham, Solihull, Redditch and Warwick.
To design/develop hardware and software required for testing boards in aerospace products.
The work covers all aspects of board test development, from processing of board CAD for testability, design-for-test schematic and layout reviews, fixturing design, program development, in-system device programming, test system commissioning, test process validation, operator training, liaising with internal and external customers and suppliers.
You will be expected to manage board test equipment requirements for electronics products at various stages of their lifecycle.
Test program development, validation and release and technical support to production.
Requirements:

Electronics production background, with board testability analysis and device programming (JTAG). Ability to fault find electronics assemblies to component level. A health and Safety awareness. Six sigma analysis, use of Fabmaster, and C programming are desirable. Ability to analyse ATE program and fixturing problems relating to complex electronic boards

Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate effectively within engineering team and with external suppliers. Team player and able to work under own initiative. Drive to achieve positive results. Capable of producing professional engineering reports. Creative/ systematic approach to problem solving, assessment /management of risk. Software development experience specifically for ATE test systems development.

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

Electronics Design Engineer - Birmingham (PKT-101009)

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Electronics Design Engineer
Birmingham, West Midlands, England

An excellent opportunity for an Electronics Design Engineer, working in the West Midlands area for a leading aerospace supplier of electronic fuel control systems.

This role is based in the West Midlands, close to the M42 and is commutable from Birmingham, Solihull, Redditch and Warwick.

Technically responsible for meeting the customer specifications through electronic design and development of engine and airframe control products, reporting all assigned work packages directly to the lead engineer.

Will manage and train more junior Electronic Design Engineers, ensuring a standard quality through out the entire design, test and verification stages whilst ensuring ASICs and FPGAs are achieved for the customer.
Will be qualified with an Engineering Electronics degree, coupled with relevant Electronics design experience.

Will be:
EU National (unrestricted)
UK Passport holder

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.

Graduate or experienced Catia V5 Designer - Wales - candidate to advise desired rate on application (KH-102731)

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Graduate or experienced Catia V5 Designer
Wales, United Kingdom
candidate to advise desired rate on application

Our Client is a leading Japanese automotive supplier employing about 2000 people in UK and have an annual sales turnover of Euro 366 Million.

This is a nominal 3 month contract role, based in their South Wales facility. The role would suit an experienced or graduate engineer, you will be using CATIA V5 to design automotive cooling systems - schemes, components etc

 
A recent graduate or experienced hire, you must recent practical experience of Catia V5 design. This could be part of a Masters course, degree project or industry experience. You must be flexible on location as the role is based in South Wales, and show a keen interest in the automotive industry. You will produce solid models and 2D manf drawings on new business projects.

Please apply in writing detailing your availability, work permit situation and desired rate.  Applications without this information will be automatically declined

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.

Expeditor (Production Buyer) - Northamptonshire (JCO-102113a)

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Expeditor (Production Buyer)
Northamptonshire, England

Our Client designs, develops, and manufactures powertrain components for use within the motorsport industry. They are currently seeking to recruit an Expeditor (Production Buyer).

The individual will be responsible for the following:

- Define the commodities sourcing strategies
- Manage your supply chain and suppliers` performance
- Develop key suppliers to improve suppliers` performance
- Deliver engine program in budget and contribute to savings/cost reduction/ productivity objectives
- Develop, monitor and maintain the procurement processes
- Present performance KPIs to management on a periodic basis.
- Maintain the team`s presence within the company.
- Define the sourcing strategies, develop and maintain your preferred supplier lists
- Lead supplier negotiations including preparation and documentation
- Develop key suppliers with the focus on continuous improvement
- Cross-functional teamwork involving Design, Engineering, Quality, Finance
- Manage relationships and lead incident resolution with assigned suppliers.
- Ensure suppliers` reliability in achieving 100% quality, cost and delivery compliance in test phases and race phases
- Responsible for the purchasing processes from test phase to race phase, and change management
- Hold and document performance reviews with suppliers
- Responsible for programmes and commodity sourcing presentations to management, including MDS Gateway presentations
- Purchasing representative in defined project management meetings
- Participate and input into group and divisional projects.
- Use the Purchasing forms and company processes
- Use and update accurately the company systems and databases
- Report on performance KPIs as per the defined frequency
- Support the implementation of quality process (ISO standards)

Essential:

* Purchasing experience in a fast moving manufacturing environment, i.e. automotive or FMCG
* Project management experience
* Dispute resolution skills
* MRP understanding
* 2 years in purchasing
* Must be able to read engineering drawings. 

Desirable:

* Knowledge of Industrial Engineering
* Track record of working with a number of commodities
* SAP Knowledge
* Technical understanding of commodity group

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.

STA Engineer - Warwick - £25-£27PPH (SMA-101168)

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STA Engineer
Warwick, Warwickshire, England
£25-£27PPH

 

Job based in Warwickshire 

 
The STA function is responsible for the capacity and quality performance of all new product and current vehicle suppliers and performs an important role within the Purchasing Department.

The STA function is responsible for planning, monitoring and controlling supplier manufacturing processes and activities to enable high quality and on time execution of product programmes effectively and efficiently whilst maintaining and improving current car performance.
Skills, experience and qualifications required:

Experienced within a Vehicle Engineering/Quality function and familiar with the Global Product Development System
Knowledge and experience of APQP/PPAP/8D
Able to facilitate resolution of complex cross-functional issues
Good leadership/negotiation/communication and interpersonal skills
Able to operate effectively at all levels of the organisation
Self-motivated and able to work on their own initiative
Computer literate

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

Logistics Analyst - Sutton Coldfield - £15-18 p/h Ltd (GWOC-102726)

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Logistics Analyst
Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands, England
£15-18 p/h Ltd

Our client has been established in the UK for almost 30 years and is 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.

We are seeking a Logistics Analyst on a 3/6-month contract based near Sutton Coldfield.

As Logistics Analyst, you will provide ongoing improvements in stock accuracy and stock turn.

Key responsibilities of the role include:
* Managing the liaison between our client and its suppliers and customers.
* Processing and interpreting customer and supplier schedules liaising with the Production Supervisor to ensure these customer requirements are met in full.
* Liaising with the Production Team to ensure these customer requirements are met in full.
* Deriving the master production schedule based on delivery requirements from customers and input this into the internal MRP system.
* Investigate any inaccuracies and making adjustments when the reason for the inaccuracy is known.
* Responsible for creation and processing of supplier delivery schedules
* Monitoring suppliers deliveries (via direct contact with the supplier and from stock information from stores) taking necessary action to recover shortfalls in the delivery programme.

It is essential for Applicants to have experience in 1st Tier automotive in an Assembly plant or Manufacturing Plant.
* German speaking advantageous but not essential.
* Minimum 1 years SAP experience in modules: material management, production planning and sales and distribution.

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.

Industrial Engineer - Norfolk - Attractive salary + benefits (STR-102716)

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Industrial Engineer
Norfolk, England
Attractive salary + benefits

Client has been established as a specialist in the global automotive industry, both as a successful manufacturer of sports cars and as a leading engineering consultancy for vehicle manufacturers and suppliers.

As Industrial Engineer your main purpose will be to perform time study and continuous improvement activities within all areas of Manufacturing on current and new models. The role is expected to self finance within the improvements made.

Key duties will include:
- Timing of all activities within the Production system for all models.
- Recording new timings within the database systems
- Working with Production supervision to prove out new timings.
- Assignment re-balancing
- Suggesting and implementing revised methods of working including flow processes, fixturing, tooling and layout
- Support of current Manufacturing Engineers with new model introductions
- Problem solving within the manufacturing areas
- To cover all aspects of a Manufacturing Engineer on an as required basis.

Ideal Industrial Engineers would be HNC / ONC in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and have previous Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering experience.

Candidates must be proactive and have excellent attention to detail as well as strong skills in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project.

A small amount of domestic and overseas travel could be required to support improvement ideas.

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.

Supply Chain Manager-Interim - West Midlands (RHN-101692)

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Supply Chain Manager-Interim
West Midlands, England

Interim Supply Chain Manager required for leading manufacturer of automotive body panels for many of the world`s vehicle producers.
As a key member of the Plant Management Team, the Supply Chain Manager will have responsibility for a team covering planning and control, supplier and customer management as well as despatch and stores.

A successful Supply Chain professional, you will have demonstrable experience of leading teams and engaging both external and internal stakeholders. Working knowledge of MRP/ERP systems is essential, along with ability to work in fast paced environment.

- 3 years min Supply Chain leadership experience
- Experience of managing budgets
- Excellent organisation skills
- Excellent mathematical and analytical aptitude
- MRP/ERP

A results driven individual, you must embrace viewing the supply chain as a single entity dedicated to the efficient flow of goods and services, with the target of eliminating waste and reducing the total acquisition cost.

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.

Supply Chain Analyst - Halewood - £0 per hour + �17.82 per hour (DRP-102442)

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Supply Chain Analyst
Halewood, Merseyside, England
£0 per hour + ?17.82 per hour

Part of a global organisation, this well established manufacturer of luxury vehicles is currently enjoying success within the market place. They have invested over 200m in new equipment and are at the forefront of modern manufacturing practices.
Skills required:
*Analytical skills
*Numeracy skills
*Problem solving
*Good communication skills
* New model launch experience required
* Log cists functions
*Degree preferred

Working week is 37.5 hours - 5 equal shifts. Dayshift but may need to work early/late shifts in exceptional circumstances
There may also be some requirement to work additional 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 Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Servo-Hydraulics Test Engineer - Basildon - £15.50 - 15.50 per hour (KDN-102406)

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Servo-Hydraulics Test Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£15.50 - 15.50 per hour

Servo-Hydraulics Test Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Dunton, Basildon, Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Conduct durability and strength tests on engine mount, engine block and other systems and components. Ensure that components and facilities meet all engineering requirements. Develop test methods, evaluate test results, and issue test reports. Monitor and control progress of tests against program timing requirements. Investigate in-test failures and report findings in DURIS & AIMS - where appropriate, develop potential solutions with requesting activities. CONT...

Job Requirements
...Guide and instruct mechanics and electricians to assist with testing. Ensure that appropriate standards of health and safety are maintained in the laboratory and workshop areas. Design and/or specify complex test rigs and other special equipment. Be responsible for ensuring that all equipment used adheres to calibration standards, and that Quality Standards are met.

Skills Required:
Thorough understanding of servo-hydraulic test equipment, fatigue theory, transducer selection and data collection methods. Ability to produce engineering drawings manually or by a CAD package.

Skills Preferred:
Understanding of control theory and vibration theory.

Details
Experience Required:
Experience of test rig design. Experience of conducting durability tests using servo-hydraulics.

Experience Preferred:
Experience using MTS RPC and IST RS series software (these are software packages that are used to run test rigs built by MTS Systems Corp and Instron Structural Testing Systems (IST)). Experience writing Excel macros.

Education Required:
Engineering Degree, MS Office (min Word & Excel) & Report Writing.

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.

Design and Development Exhaust Engineer - Basildon - £21.60 - 21.60 per hour (KDN-101654)

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Design and Development Exhaust Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£21.60 - 21.60 per hour

Design and Development Exhaust Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Dunton, Basildon, Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Responsible for component design and release within the following subsystem area: exhaust. Engineer within team that designs, develops, verifies, and releases these components. Provide leadership/direction to externally purchased engineering services and component suppliers. Ensure that all program, commodity and design objectives are fulfilled and that all design changes are reviewed, approved, and documented. Define requirements & targets with regard to quality, function, cost, timing, weight, and recycle ability. Ensure all requirements are met. Manage sub system sub system interfaces to ensure continued compatibility with other systems and overall system performance. Develop and execute Design Verification Plans (DVP). CONT...

Job Requirements
..Ensure timely validation and sign-off for subsystem content - ensuring adequate specifications are defined and verification is conducted to prevent product nonconformity. Support prototype build and support prototype sign-off. Manage product changes and containment during all build phases. Ensure that target agreements, TVM targets, SoW etc are delivered in time. Work with all departments to ensure optimum design and integration of the subsystem components into the vehicle and to ensure manufacturing and service requirements are met. Ensure the system complies with legal, safety, program, and design intent. Maintaining Quality Tools/Records for the subsystem components. Evaluate and implement TVM proposals with TVM team and supplier. Resolve OPD quality issues with PVT team- includes white alert investigations and QSFs. Establish, verify and implement corrective actions and progress actions to prevent the recurrence of these quality concerns. Support program drive events. Support low cost country sourcing. Support commodity business plans. Support pre-program investigations.

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

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

Education Required:
Science or Mechanical Engineering degree required.

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

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.

CAE Analyst - Gaydon - £30.20 - 30.20 per hour + - (KDN-102570)

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CAE Analyst
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£30.20 - 30.20 per hour + -

A CAE Analyst is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
Develop Climate systems using CFD CAE analysis to provide system performance predictions for new programmes. Will be working closely with CCS CAE Engineers and provide update on the progress of the project on a day to day basis to the CCS CAE Technical Specialist. Work will entail modelling the defrost and ventilation duct systems along with the interior cabin performance. Liaising with IP and Console Engineers to provide feedback on the system and to drive the system design. Evaluate ducting system and their affects on the overall Climate system performance. Selected Engineer will need to work interactively with the team in the UK and will work onsite. Should be completing given tasks in agreed time and to required quality.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Good understanding and experience of CAE analysis techniques applied to the automotive industry. Experience of CFD and CAE analysis. Experience in use of CFD code STARCCM+ and meshing tool Hypermesh. Experience of building 'closed volume' meshes for CFD analysis. Experience in Climate Control Systems related to defrost/ventilation duct analysis. Successful delivery of project work on vehicle programmes. Proven record in CAE analysis in the automotive industry. Working knowledge of project delivery processes. Good report writing skills for CAE reports to support project milestones. Experience in use of MS Office for report writing and presentation of results. Candidate would be expected to work to tight project time lines to support the programme teams.

Skills Preferred:
Good communication skills - both written and spoken is essential.

Details
Experience Required:
Experience in the use of CFD modelling codes and fluid flow and thermal analysis. Expertise with CFD modelling codes is expected and experience in the STARCCM+ code is a must. Knowledge of Climate control systems in terms of HVAC ducting and interior cabin performance OEM Procedures/Methodologies preferred.

Experience Preferred:
Familiarity and experience of OEM working practices relating to CAE methods and processes. Familiarity and experience of CAD, TCE & Digibuck. Familiarity of OEM IT system.

Education Required:
Educated to a minimum of degree level in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical subject.

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 Test Support - Gaydon - £16.90 - 16.90 per hour (KDN-102477)

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Engine Test Support
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£16.90 - 16.90 per hour

Engine Test Support is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
Position is to support the compilation, planning, procurement & delivery of Engineering test and development properties & components, to support the delivery of the programme through its validation phases.

Job Requirements
This will include (but is not limited to):
•Compilation of Bill of Material with engineers/test engineers/suppliers - cross checking and updating as required - including construction of Digibuck build package for BOM validation.
•Developing / assisting in the development of unique cost down / high level assembly specifications & part number creation.
•Developing cost status, correlating BOM & test EFDVS schedule.
•Raising orders for Prototype parts through GPIRS and progressing parts orders.
•Supporting Logistics & build of test bodies / rigs for end customers.
•Attending meetings to modify existing orders / catch back issues.

Skills Required:
MS office skills, particularly Excel. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Demonstrable ability to be self-motivated and pro-active, with the ability to work independently from direct supervision. Hold a valid UK driving licence and meet the medical requirements of OEM facilities.

Skills Preferred:
Good communication skills - both written and spoken is essential.

Details
Experience Required:
Successful history of project management delivery.

Experience Preferred:
Test / development experience within the automotive sector.

Education Required:
Ideally educated to a minimum of degree level in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical subject.

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

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

Project Engineer / PMST Leader for Glasshouse and Lids - Gaydon - £25.60 - 25.60 per hour (KDN-102233)

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Project Engineer / PMST Leader for Glasshouse and Lids
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£25.60 - 25.60 per hour

A Project Engineer / PMST Leader for Glasshouse and Lids is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
Project Engineer / PMST Leader for Glasshouse and Lids for forward model programmes.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Proven Project Management capability demonstrated by recent delivery on time & budget. Engineering knowledge of Glasshouse and Lids systems component design, function, performance, production & manufacturing requirements. Knowledge of Electrical Systems. Excellent communications skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate at all levels. PC Literacy - Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Excel, Word etc. Significant experience in use of engineering tools - FMEA, Six Sigma, problem resolution etc.

Skills Preferred:
CAD Literacy, ability to manipulate and interrogate CAD data and use associated visualisation tools. Ability to generate CAD data in Catia V5 would be an advantage. Any person supplied should have a valid UK driving licence and meet the medical requirements of OEM facilities. Working knowledge of project delivery processes - GPDS / FPDS / PPAP. Working knowledge of change management processes - AIMS, WERS, PACN.

Details
Experience Required:
Successful history of project management delivery ideally within the automotive sector.

Education Required:
Ideally degree educated.

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

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

Test Technician - West Midlands - £0 per hour + Market rate (JCO-102696)

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Test Technician
West Midlands, England
£0 per hour + Market rate

This position is responsible for providing support to the engineering team. It is a hands-on job that will include performance checking of samples, testing Electric Power Steering systems using mechanical and electrical test rigs and conducting follow-up evaluation work. The job demands sufficient computer literacy for logging / analysing test results, and the verification and reporting of results.
To provide technical support in validating the product and it s subcomponents throughout all stages of its development.
Perform assigned tests on existing test equipment, including mechanical and electronic set-up of test samples, in line with the requirements of the Quality Manual, Customer Specifications and Test Equipment Work Instructions
Be familiar with and supportive of test documentation such as timing plans, progress records, run sheets and fault reports.
Be familiar and supportive of the Test Department quality procedures.
Be familiar with and maintain equipment stores, including rig spares, test fixtures and test equipment.
Support and familiarity with department sample handling systems, including sample identification and calibration control.
Ideally time serviced apprentice with a background in testing high accuracy sub-assemblies.
Practical person with a flexible and willing approach
Understanding of basic electro-mechanical and test principles.
Good organisational skills
PC literate and proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Familiar with working within a quality system such as ISO 17025 or 16949.
A good communicator who is comfortable at all levels and with customers
A teamplayer who is willing to travel abroad occasionally, work shifts and overtime, sometimes at short notice
Experience of hydraulic equipment and control systems is desirable

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

Principal Craftmanship Engineer - BT196 - Coventry (GWOC-102691)

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Principal Craftmanship Engineer - BT196
Coventry, West Midlands, England

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

We are recruiting for a Principle Craftsmanship Engineer on a permanent basis in Coventry. The role will include travel to India - depending on project demands.

As Principal Craftsmanship Engineer you will lead craftsmanship through from concept to launch of their new product. In addition, you will also:
* Lead the development of craftsmanship tools to aid with the successful launch e.g. Benchmarking, auditing, blue buck and eCube Maturation
* Work with engineering departments in UK/ India to ensure craftsmanship targets are met.
* Carry out verification builds using blue buck and eCube
* Support project reviews

Applicants are required to have the following core skills:
* Degree qualified or similar qualification.
* Strong numeracy and literacy skills
* Automotive experience is essential
* Good logical reasoning.
* Capable of leading a project element with support from senior staff when necessary.
* Demonstrates depth of knowledge in a relevant technical speciality
* Be Chartered or working toward Chartered status.
* Ability to inspire a team to strive for improvements and high customer service.
* Evidence of achieving results through effective leadership of a team.
* Capable of managing a group of engineers and supports the Executive Engineers in the delivery of the performance objectives of their group.
* Ability to overcome cultural barriers.

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

Catia V5 Safety Component Systems Engineer - Gaydon - £26.10 - 26.10 per hour (KDN-102123)

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Catia V5 Safety Component Systems Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£26.10 - 26.10 per hour

Catia V5 Safety Component Systems Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
Catia V5 CAD Engineer Safety Component Systems

Creation of CAD geometry to support the virtual series process with a number of synchronised program data freeze points leading to production release. Also ongoing updates to eliminate, build or maturation issues. Ensure data is up to date and reflects the required levels of maturity at any given point in time. Liaise with other areas within Body Engineering, other affected functional areas, the supply base and programme teams, to ensure system compatibility issues are resolved in a timely manner.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Catia V5 is a minimum requirement.

Skills Preferred:
Engineering knowledge of Safety Component Systems design, function, performance, production & manufacturing requirements. AVA knowledge or potential for AVA, OEM Tce knowledge. Proven project time line management. Any person supplied should have a valid UK driving licence and meet the medical requirements of OEM facilities. Working knowledge of project delivery processes - GPDS / FPDS / PPAP. Working knowledge of change management processes - AIMS, WERS, PACN.

Details
Experience Required:
Successful history as a CAD Designer/Engineer in the automotive sector.

Education Required:
Ideally degree educated.

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.

Multi-Body Systems Analyst - Gaydon - £28 per hour (KDN-101458)

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Multi-Body Systems Analyst
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£28 per hour

A Multi-Body Systems Analyst is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
CAE provide an analysis service to powertrain development. This comprises transmissions and driveline, intake and exhaust systems, fuel and cooling systems, gasoline and diesel engines. .A vacancy exists for a Multi-Body Systems Analyst.

Attributes covered are:- Noise Vibration and Harshness, Durability Performance Emissions and Driveability. The activities span the APC, PrePS and Virtual Series product development phases together with supporting Quality and TVM actions. Powertrain CAE is part of the Attributes and Analysis group within the New Model Programs organisation.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Carry out Multi-body Systems analysis of driveline and mounting systems for power units. Construct MBS model using ADAMS or SYMPAK. Import flex bodies from FE codes e.g. NASTRAN. Force in either the frequency of time domain. Obtain and interpret both transient and steady state results. Report results in a accurate and concise manner both verbally and in written form.

Skills Preferred:
Experience of solid modelling using either IDEAS or CATIA an advantage. Proven ability in MBS techniques, preferably using ADAMS or SYMPAK. Experience of Powertrain Development particularly in Transmissions & Driveline and/or mounting systems. Be able to contribute as part of a team. Written and verbal communication skills. Well developed PC skills e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint. Flexibility to work on many varied tasks, covering both brands and on either Gaydon or Whitley site.

Details
Experience Required:
Proven track record in MBS analysis preferably in Powertrain systems.

Experience Preferred:
Proficiency in other MBS codes and experience of other applications may be considered.

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

Education Preferred:
A higher degree is an advantage.

Additional Information:
Candidates from other industries may be considered depending on knowledge and experience.

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

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

CAE Simulation Engineer - Gaydon - £30.20 - 30.20 per hour (KDN-100975)

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CAE Simulation Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£30.20 - 30.20 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
CAE Simulation Group provides support to analytical teams in lieu of vehicle programs. Functional Simulation is based around the MATLAB/Simulink/Stateflow Modelling Framework. Support the Functional Simulation Analysis assisting the delivery of Vehicle Attributes, Features, Calibration and problem resolution. Support the development of the pre-program Concept Simulation.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Strong analytical capability, including different methodologies and disciplined approach to data and model management. Able to communicate complex technical concepts. Appreciation of Desktop Controls System Simulation Modelling, Software in the Loop and Hardware in the Loop. Able to identify and respond to the strengths and limitation of computer-based modelling and simulation.

Skills Preferred:
Use of a range of offline and Real Time Simulation tools for automotive design development and verification. Microsoft Project/Excel. Planning and project management & ability to lead a matrix expert technical team to resolve issues.

Details
Experience Required:
Application of industry-standard system modelling toolset (e.g. MATLAB/Simulink/StateFlow, CARMAKER, DYMOLA, GT). Knowledge of dynamic systems behaviour and standards. Model Correlation/Validation Methods. Delivery of engineering projects using Simulation preferably in automotive attribute or vehicle CAE team. Good interpersonal, presentation, project management and organisational skills are required.

Experience Preferred:
Useful knowledge of Electrical, Mechanical and Control System Interactions.

Education Required:
Engineering degree or related qualification.

Education Preferred:
CAE experienced.

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

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

Powertrain Cooling Component Engineer - Gaydon - £20.60 - 20.60 per hour + - (KDN-100951)

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Powertrain Cooling Component Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£20.60 - 20.60 per hour + -

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

Description
Position Description:
This is a key role in Powertrain Cooling with responsibility for the Component Engineering element of Cooling Design. Capable in either the Heat Exchanger/Pumps or Pipe/Tanks/Valves. Powertrain Cooling is responsible for the Cooling design, development and sign off for our client.

Job Requirements
It is organised into two component groups:
1) Heat exchanger systems
2) Pipes, Tanks and Valves, with supporting Development and System Strategies groups.

The department is responsible for taking concept design from the Advanced Product Creation (APC) team, refining and driving those designs into production. The department has a wide variety of work, currently having major projects on most of the model lines.

Skills Required:
Own and manage the introduction of cooling system components, into OEM applications. Drive suppliers via regular PMST meetings, compiling and maintaining PMST minutes. WERS release components ready for applications. Compile and drive costs from suppliers and liaise with Value For Money department, to get optimum costs for the component. Compile ESOW and agree with supplier. Drive own CAD Engineers and packaging dept to produce component systems, to optimise design of components. Support vehicle launch at pilot build and manufacturing plant.

Details
Experience Required:
Understanding of Powertrain installations and Cooling. Have worked in a component or development role and used those associated facilities and test equipment. Understanding of GPDS and component sign off required. Flexible, motivated with strong negotiation and meeting skills. Must be able to foster good working relationships internally and drive suppliers to achieve goals. Proven ability to manage own workload, CAD and facilities to meet clear and defined targets. Must be able to communicate and able to present information in a concise and factual manner. Good working knowledge of OEM systems, WERS, eFDVS, AIMS, etc. Proficient in use of Microsoft Office packages.

Education Required:
Extensive experience in Automotive Engineering. Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a Mechanical Engineering discipline.

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

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

Mechanical Project Manager - Gaydon - £Negotiable (KDN-99606)

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Mechanical Project Manager
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£Negotiable

A Mechanical Project Engineer / Manager is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
Mechanical Project Engineer / Manager, with a proven background in bracket design, tooling and manufacture. Electrical Component Mounting Systems is responsible for the design, development and release of any interface part that is deemed necessary to mount an electrical component(s) to the vehicle. Typically these parts are brackets, manufactured either from steel, aluminium or plastic. The role also includes bracket avoidance (influencing other Product Development areas to facilitate direct mounting), as well as end-item fixing / complexity reduction and the management of production and prototype suppliers.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Project management skills. Experience of bracket design, tooling and manufacture. Good communication and presentation skills to all levels. Operate a regular Programmme Management meeting with all key stakeholders to ensure timing, cost, weight and quality targets are delivered. Data analysis and PC skills including Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Good team player, who is self motivated to deliver good quality products, under the minimum of supervision. Project management of bracket component designs from concept through to production. Work closely with Electrical CAD Integration and Manufacturing to develop mature concept designs. Confirm through Design Review all interfaces and understood and signed off Management of both virtual and physical durability testing (CAE and rigs/vehicle respectively). Work with Purchase to nominate the most appropriate supplier (TA, CAD SOW, cost packs, RFQs etc). Supplier coordination and liaison, including the maturation of the 3D CAD model through to production detail and 2D drawing creation.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Catia v5 geometry authoring tools experience. Experienced in VisMockup. Experience and knowledge of OEM change management and release processes (RFQ, PACN, WERS, AIMS, eFDVS, APQP and PSW). Experience of problem solving tools.

Experience Required:
Extensive bracket design and tooling experience. Extensive mechanical automotive product design experience (e.g. Body Engineering, BIW, Chassis, Trim etc). Experience forming parts from sheet steel, aluminium and plastic injection mouldings.

Education Required:
Engineering HNC or HND

Education Preferred:
Engineering Degree

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

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

Principal Design Engineer - Northampton - £38k - 48k per year + Bonus (PBU-102689)

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Principal Design Engineer
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
£38k - 48k per year + Bonus

Based at our clients major manufacturing facility and due to growth plans they are now looking for a Principal Design Engineer to join the team, as such we welcome applications who meet the criteria below:

Provide design leadership for Warranty Reduction, Product Tailoring, Product Introduction/Improvement and Cost Reduction
Design, analysis, development and optimisation of engine systems/assemblies/components
To support and develop initiatives to maintain and improve design processes and drawing quality
To train and support less experienced designers
Technical Leadership, management and planning of Design aspects on projects, including co-ordination of resources

• ProEngineer CAD software expertise
• Extensive knowledge and experience of compression and spark ignition engines, engine system and component level design
• Ability to create design concepts from first principles / clean sheet, through to detail drawings with supporting documentation
• Extensive machining / manufacturing process knowledge
• Design Analysis, Load/stress calculation
• Leadership of others and collaborative working within cross-functional teams to meet targets and deadlines
• Technical responsibility and direction for engine or sub-system architecture

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 Attributes Project Engineer - Gaydon - to £26/hr (KH-102652)

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Vehicle Attributes Project Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
to £26/hr

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

A Project Engineer with Vehicle Attribute experience is required on initial 12 month contract based Gaydon

You will be involved in benchmarking and compiling chassis attributes and targets for final sign off. Such attributes are ride height, stiffness, weight, cost etc. Experience within an automotive OEM in a similar role is desirable.

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 Administrator x2 - Banbury - to £23/hr d.o.e (KH-102650)

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Project Administrator x2
Banbury, Oxfordshire, England
to £23/hr d.o.e

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

Two project administrators are required for initial 12 month contracts based at Gaydon and Banbury

The role is to maintain project plans for a new chassis programme and ensure business processes flow smoothly (CPA). No technical delivery is expected just working with engineers in a proactive manner to ensure key milestones are met and timing plans created. You will have previous automotive experience perhaps as CMST or project engineer type role.

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.

ADAMS Analysts - Gaydon - to £38/hr d.o.e (KH-102646)

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ADAMS Analysts
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
to £38/hr d.o.e

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

They are currently seeking to recruit an ADAMS Analyst on a 12 month contract basis. This role is working in the concept team on a JLR programme. It is based at Gaydon.

Experienced Analyst in multibody dynamics is required, using ADAMS to simulate suspension and vehicle dynamics behaviour and response rates.

You will be Degree qualified, with ADAMS experience but not necessarily in automotive.

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.

Event Coordinator / Administrator - Warwickshire - £0 per hour + Market rate (KSA-102408)

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Event Coordinator / Administrator
Warwickshire, England
£0 per hour + Market rate

Our client is a leading independent provider of product engineering, research, testing information and certification to the worldwide automotive industry and is based in Warwickshire.
Secure and book events
Ensure insurance, legal, health and safety obligations are adhered to
Coordinating venue management, caterers, stand designers, contractors, equipment hire, car parking, traffic control, security, first aid as required
Identify and secure speakers or special guests
Coordinate staffing requirements and staff briefings
Sell sponsorship/stand/exhibition space to potential exhibitors/partners
Prepare delegate packs and papers
Liaise with marketing and PR colleagues to promote the event
Liaise with creatives to produce adverts, sales brochures and e-mail communications
Coordinate suppliers, handle client queries and troubleshoot on the day of the event to ensure that all runs smoothly
Provide support for business development and marketing teams for any overseas activity
First point of contact for international reps. Ensure that retainer fees, expenses and commissions are paid
Monitor the finances (expenses, commission and order intake) of all international offices and collaborations
Responsible for organizing all inward and outward international visits
Manage VISA process
Provide cover for PA when absent
Event management including trade shows
Liaison with suppliers
Experience of liaison with overseas offices and suppliers
Working in a technical or commercial consultancy environment
Working in a sales environment

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.

Material Planner - 3194 - Leicester - £15/hr Ltd Co. rate (GWOC-102686)

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Material Planner - 3194
Leicester, Leicestershire, England
£15/hr Ltd Co. rate

We are recruiting for a Material Planner on an ongoing basis in Leicester.

As Material Planner, you will report into the Strategic Planning Supervisor and will ensure that the correct parts/materials are ordered and received in time and in sufficient quantities to support after market parts requirements, while maintaining accurate and proper inventory levels.

Working within a Product focused team, the Material Planner has the following major responsibilities:-
* Initiate, co-ordinate and participate in activities to ensure optimum inventory levels
* Ensure that material requirements are scheduled for delivery from suppliers in a quantity and on a date to support our service to clients
* Ensure that deliveries take place on the correct date, in the correct containers, in the quantity specified
* Manage and control inventory levels for outgoing parts
* Be involved with, as necessary, the scheduling and control of onward ship material
* Make regular contact with suppliers primarily via the telephone and email expediting material identified on the Delivery Schedules . Contact is not limited to the above as supplier visits will be necessary
* Required to work closely with UK and foreign suppliers, inventory management, commercial, transportation, and customer support in order to minimise problems affecting deliveries

Applicants are required to have the following skills and experience:
* Requires prior experience in or knowledge of planning, scheduling, inventory control and/or purchasing
* Must have effective communication skills, sound judgement, persistence, high work standards, solid accountability, and strong computer skills are essential. 
* Knowledge of SAP is a plus, but not required
* Excellent interpersonal communication skills
* Ideally possess a technical or commercial qualification
* Experience in Logistics
* Ability to work well in a team environment
* Self motivated with good attention to detail

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.

Trim & Final Process Engineer - 20806 - £21.43/hr Ltd Co. - Coventry - Upto £21.43/hr Ltd Co. (RST-102680)

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Trim & Final Process Engineer - 20806 - £21.43/hr Ltd Co.
Coventry, West Midlands, England
Upto £21.43/hr Ltd Co.

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

We are recruiting for a Trim and Final Process Engineer on a 6-month contract basis in Coventry.

As Trim and Final Process Engineer, you will plan, develop and implement all written processes for manufacturing plus:
* Supplier selection and vendor management
* Feasibility of all designs to suit manufacturing build requirements.
* Planning, developing and implementation of all tooling, jigs and fixtures for manufacturing, for new model introduction and model year changes.
* Process capability of all processes and equipment, including Dimensional Management applications.

Other skills required include:
* Ensure team adherence to ISR deliverables
* Manage technical issues and escalate where appropriate
* Attend programme meetings at all levels and present where applicable.

Applicants are required to have knowledge of GSPAS and WERS applications along with manufacturing experience particularly in a Trim and Final environment.

You must be educated to HNC/HND or relevant Manufacturing Engineering degree.

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.

Cost Engineering Manager - West Midlands - c.50000 (SMIC-102668)

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Cost Engineering Manager
West Midlands, England
c.50000

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

As Cost Engineering Manager, you will be responsible for focussing on core vehicle commodities - from Exterior to Interior, through Power Train, Chassis, and Electrical - you will be the coordinating lead across a range of key areas, including cost targeting, cost reduction workshops, benchmarking VA / VE and more. As a senior business driving force, you will also be expected to deploy Parametric Cost Estimating and Should Cost techniques and to identify and support the implementation of cost reduction opportunities. Ultimately, you will help the company to secure the best possible advantage throughout the programme life cycle.

This is a pivotal role, in which your recognised expertise as a business advisor will see you leading teams and working closely with a range of parties including Design Engineers and Purchasing teams. You ll influence the direction of programmes and commodities (always ensuring the establishment of robust targets), and support cross-functional, cross-brand and supplier charge.

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

Cost Estimator/Cost Engineer - West Midlands - 26000-40000 Dep on Exp (SMIC-102672)

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Cost Estimator/Cost Engineer
West Midlands, England
26000-40000 Dep on Exp

Our automotive client is a market leader in luxury and high volume off-road vehicles, designing and manufacturing in the Midlands.
Focussing on a specific vehicle commodity - from Exterior to Interior, through Power Train, Chassis, and Electrical you will be responsible for delivering Should Cost estimates for a specific sub-set of parts. Your varied duties will call for you to support the Purchasing Team in their negotiations with suppliers and work with Design Engineers.

Bringing valued expertise to the decision making process, you will act as a business advisor, identifying and supporting the implementation of cost reduction opportunities. You will influence relevant programmes and commodity directions and support cross-functional, cross-brand and supplier charge outs.

You will need to demonstrate a range of relevant manufacturing process knowledge, together with technical awareness at both the production process and cost driver level. You will have either a degree / professional qualification or an equivalent level of experience. Excellent communication skills are vital, together with a proven ability to think on your feet and make appropriate decisions. Ideally, you will also have some experience of project 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.

Field Technical Support Manager (Electric Vehicles) - West Midlands (SMA-102670)

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Field Technical Support Manager (Electric Vehicles)
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. The role of Field Technical Support Manager will require frequent and extensive travel throughout the UK and Ireland and may require upto 75% of time to be field based with the potential for a significant amount of overnight stays away from base.

The role of Field Technical Support Manager is predominantly a field based role to provide technical support to franchised repairers and fleet customers. The key objective is to diagnose and lead the resolution of vehicle problems in the field in pressurised circumstances. You must be capable of delivering extraordinary customer satisfaction and must be prepared to operate independently and take decisions in the field to achieve VSandM objectives.

You will have a degree in Automotive Engineering or be a qualified automotive apprentice with many years of experience and team leadership qualities. You must also have experience of providing technical support in an automotive OEM.

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.

Customer Support Manager (Electric Vehicles) - West Midlands (SMA-102671)

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Customer Support Manager (Electric Vehicles)
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. As Customer Support Manager-Electric Vehicles you will undertake extensive travel throughout the UK and Ireland and other European markets as required - the role may require upto 50% of time away from base.

As Customer Support Manager-Electric Vehicles, you will be responsible for the overall management and direction of Customer Support for VSandM to achieve extraordinary customer satisfaction and positive endorsement of aftersales support for the company`s products. You must be prepared to operate independently and take decisions in the field to achieve company objectives.

You will have a degree or similar qualification in a relevant subject together with extensive experience of customer technical support in an automotive OEM including customer relationship management and delivery of high levels of customer satisfaction, aftersales operations - including service and parts and the development and control of a franchised dealer network.

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.

Clerical Assistant Driving Training (Part time) - Warwickshire - £0 per hour + Competitive market rate (KSA-102553)

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Clerical Assistant Driving Training (Part time)
Warwickshire, England
£0 per hour + Competitive market rate

Our client is a leading independent provider of product engineering, research, testing information and certification to the worldwide automotive industry and is based in Warwickshire. They are seeking to recruit a Part Time Clerical Assistant to provide support for driver training staff and arrange driving training course directly with customers. This will be a 6 month assignment to cover maternity leave.
Reporting to the Proving Ground Administrator, the individual will be responsible for the following: - Booking in and processing of visitors via internal systems - Act as a point of contact for all general enquires from customers and employees - Preparation of meeting rooms - Arranging driving assessments for customers - Use of IT Systems (Word, Excel, E-mail, Outlook) - Other general clerical duties as and when required
Requirements: - Clerical based qualifications, IT based qualifications. Typically 2-3 years experience in clerical or customer facing environment. Experience of IT Systems (Word, Excel, E-mail, Fax etc). Understanding of IT and IT terminology. Basic accountancy skills. Typical hours work per week 18.25 (Mon - Fri 08.51am - 12.30pm, plus occasional holiday cover afternoons)

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.

Receptionist/Telephonist (Part-Time) - Warwickshire - £0 per hour + Competitive market rate (KSA-102552)

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Receptionist/Telephonist (Part-Time)
Warwickshire, England
£0 per hour + Competitive market rate

Our client is a leading independent provider of product engineering, research, testing information and certification to the worldwide automotive industry and is based in Warwickshire. They are seeking to appoint a Part-Time Receptionist/Telephonist to cover maternity leave in Nuneaton.
You will provide reception and telephone switchboard cover for the organisation. Other duties include: Booking in/out and processing of visitors via client`s System
Administration of Pool cars and key allocation
Act as a point of contact for all general enquiries from customers/employees
Book in visitors using visitor Logging system
Execute requests for tannoy announcements
Use of IT Systems (Word, Excel, , Email, Outlook)
Other general clerical duties as and when required.
Experience: -
Clerical based qualifications, IT based qualifications
Typically 2-3 years experience in reception, Switchboard and Tannoy announcements
Previous administrative experience.
Experience of IT systems (Word, Excel, Email, Fax etc)
Understanding of IT And IT terminology
Experience of Meridian switchboard
Typical hours work per week 15. Mon - Thurs 2.15pm - 5.15pm Fri 1.15pm - 4.15pm (plus holiday cover morning and afternoon)

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 Manufacturing Engineer - Gaydon - £20 per hour (JCO-102641)

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Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£20 per hour

World renowned manufacturer of luxury sports cars is looking for Senior Manufacturing Engineers for the following key responsibilities:

* To convert engineering design information into a documented and sequenced set of instructions for Production to build vehicles
* To investigate, design and provide special tooling and assembly aids to assist vehicle build
* To investigate and help resolve Manufacturing Engineering related issues experienced in production
* To support Industrial Engineers with line balance activities to ensure optimum production efficiency
* To provide technical support to all areas of the organisation who require information with respect to the manufacture of the vehicle.

Other Responsibilities:

Process:
- To produce detailed process operation sheets including visual aids, torque and tooling detail, quality requirements and safety info.

Facilities / Layout:
- Working with Logistics and Facilities Engineers to determine efficient station layouts including modifications to existing facilities, racking and part presentation requirements
- Liaising with external suppliers of equipment and compiling necessary documents for implementation and approval.

Tooling:
- To select the appropriate (volume representative) Jigs and Fixtures, including specialised hand tools and power tool requirements to meet vehicle quality and hours per car targets whilst ensuring operator safety targets are achieved.
- To liaise with the Health and Safety department to ensure all processes and materials are suitable for the manufacturing environment.

Production Support:
- To investigate and help resolve Manufacturing Engineering related issues experienced in production

Quality Improvements:
- To liaise with Current Vehicle Engineering to ensure new or modified product content is integrated seamlessly into the production environment.


Qualification and Experience:

- A recognised engineering apprenticeship with substantial experience in the Motor Vehicle environment.
- ONC minimum qualification with HNC / Degree preferred.
- Good understanding of industry standard systems i.e. MS Office, PFMEA, 8D, (Goldcrest, eCMS, ERNs)
- Appreciation of tooling and fixture principles and design
- A willingness to adopt new ideas with an open mind to low volume constraints.

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.

Compensation and Benefits Administrator - 3196 - Peterborough - 18000-22800 (SMA-102630)

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Compensation and Benefits Administrator - 3196
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England
18000-22800

Our client is a leader in engine design and manufacture. They now have a 12 month fixed term contract for a Compensation and Benefits Administrator to work with the Compensation and Benefits Administration team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who would like to join a busy, dynamic customer focused team.

You will provide customer support through telephone, email and face to face to company employees and the HR community on issues relating to Compensation and Benefits products, including the Employee Share Scheme (AESOP/EIP-B), Management Car Scheme, Management Medical Scheme and Equity Plan. You will also administer and data enter completed forms, monitor progress and be responsible for resolving issues with customer data. The role also encompasses responsibility for auditing and the recording of metrics.

The role requires familiarity with, or someone who is quick to learn, benefits product related issues and you must have basic problem-solving skills to identify solutions. The ability to maintain confidentiality and excellent interpersonal communication skills are required. The position also typically requires A Levels/HNC, completion of equivalent advanced education or an equivalent on-the-job training program. In addition, two years of progressive job-related experience is required and the successful candidate must have proven experience preferably within a customer service environment. In addition, flexibility, a willingness to learn and the ability to work as part of a team are paramount.

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.

Manual Transmission Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-102275)

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Manual Transmission Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

A great opportunity to join a market leader in luxury and high volume off-road vehicles. With manufacturing and development centres based in the Midlands, demand for its products has never been greater. Significant investment in new cars and powertrains has created many new career openings. This role will appeal to candidates in or near Coventry, Leamington, Birmingham, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Warwick, London as well as overseas in Germany, France, Holland, Italy.
In this pivotal role within the Transmission and Driveline team, you will be instrumental in the design and development of innovative, world-class transmission systems that will make our clients vehicles even more desirable. Taking charge of a team of skilled engineers, you will 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 will 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.
Ideal candidates will 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.

Candidates should be 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 will also have proven business acumen and analytical skills, together with the ability to make persuasive presentations, clearly articulating complex technical subject matter.

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.