Metallurgist - South Yorkshire - £30k - 40k per year (JDW-103092)

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Metallurgist
South Yorkshire, England
£30k - 40k per year

My client a market leading manufacturing with a global customer base require an experienced Metallurgist to join their established team.

The post holder will become part of the senior management team will help make strategic decisions within the business

Job Description

-Will be responsible for all Metallurgical and technical matters within the company
-Work with production team to maximise efficiencies within the manufacturing process and also look at new processes to development product base.
-Prepare detailed technical reports
-Enquiry and contract review to determine manufacturing processes and capabilities
-Responsible for both quality and Health and Safety
-Customer liaison to resolve any issues, including visits to customer sites

Required Experience

 
-Candidates should be degree educated in Metallurgy or Materials Science, or relevant industry experience.
-Ideally background would include both weld procedures and machined components.
-Understanding of quality procedures in a manufacturing environment
-Candidates should have experience working with a variety of metals
-Candidates should have understanding of quality systems within a manufacturing environment
-Understanding of inspection procedures
-Be able to work as part of a team and also lead teams on technical projects

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

Manufacturing Engineer - Machining - Hampshire (RB-102735)

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Manufacturing Engineer - Machining
Hampshire, England

Our client designs and manufactures aerostructures for both the civil and military aerospace markets.

The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) for Machining demonstrates accountability for the cost effective production engineering of new and existing aero structure products whilst meeting all safety, quality and regulatory criteria. The ME will identify and utilise best practice processes where practicable optimising key resources such as machine, labour and material.

Create detail manufacturing plans defining the method of manufacture taking due consideration of customer specification, tooling, quality/inspection, cost and production processes.
Analyse manufacturing processes using Lean manufacturing techniques and implement process improvements.
Identify and justify new technologies as appropriate.
Support design for manufacture activities on New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes.
Assist with creating Process Qualification documents for new and existing customers.
Investigate and resolve shop queries.
Embody customer modifications to existing processes.
Perform COSHH assessments on new material introduction.
Perform Risk Assessments within the manufacturing environment.
Set goals and objectives that align with business needs.
Conduct cost/benefit analysis for changes to processes and/or equipment.
Support EHS projects

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

Manufacturing Engineer - Composites - Hampshire (RB-102734)

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Manufacturing Engineer - Composites
Hampshire, England

Our client designs and manufactures aerostructures for both the civil and military aerospace markets. Due to winning new contracts they are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer with Composites experience.

The Manufacturing Engineer (ME) for Composites demonstrates accountability for the cost effective production engineering of new and existing aero structure products whilst meeting all safety, quality and regulatory criteria. The ME will identify and utilise best practice processes where practicable optimising key resources such as machine, labour and material
Create, modify or improve engineering processes and create/modify Bill of Material (BoM) as required.
Create detail manufacturing plans defining the method of manufacture taking due consideration of customer specification, tooling, quality/inspection, cost and production processes.
Identify and justify new technologies as appropriate.
Support design for manufacture activities on New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes.
Assist with creating Process Qualification documents for new and existing customers.
Investigate and resolve detail and assembly shop queries.
Embody customer modifications to existing processes.
Perform COSHH assessments on new material introduction.
Perform Risk Assessments within the manufacturing environment.
Set goals and objectives that align with business needs.
Conduct cost/benefit analysis for changes to processes and/or equipment.
Support EHS projects.
Identify and implement process Improvement / cycle time reduction.

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.

Service Engineer - South Yorkshire - £30k - 35k per year + Travel Allowance (JDW-103377)

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Service Engineer
South Yorkshire, England
£30k - 35k per year + Travel Allowance

My client world leaders in the manufacture of safety and environmental emissions monitoring systems for the global marine industry.

Maintaining your existing ships and organising your newbuilds takes up much of your working day but on top of this it seems like you`re faced with a raft of new safety and environmental legislation that continues to add to your workload.

Main Responsibilities
-The successful candidate will be responsible for installation, commissioning, service and repair of company products.
-The role will involve working overseas with periods of time away from home (daily allowance).
-Attend sites to perform general surveys, installation, commissioning, and calibration on company products.
-Keep company informed of all customer enquiries to allow documentation to be kept to date
-Write accurate and comprehensive reports following all call outs
-Process customer returns and warranty issues, in accordance with company procedure

Key skills and experience
-Previous experience of working in Marine industry, on gas detection systems, emission monitoring systems or dewatering systems
-Strong decision maker, able to liaise with customers over technical issues.
-Must be able and willing to travel overseas at short notice
-Candidates should have worked with Gas detection systems.
-Candidates must have own driving licence

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.

Operators - Legacy Products - Cheltenham - £21,446 (STR-103363)

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Operators - Legacy Products
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England
£21,446

The company currently supplies electronic systems to the aerospace industry for both civil and defence applications. Their major area of business at Cheltenham is avionics systems. There is scope for working on a variety of projects and products and the constantly changing approach to systems and procedures in house means that engineers have a real opportunity to help shape the organisation.
This role will be building Mechanical and Electromechanical modules and LRU`s with a focus on "right 1st time", supporting and overseeing Test process, Acceptance Test Procedure runs and ESS tests. This will include all aspects of build of Mechanical and electro-Mechanical systems or subassemblies, cable forms and wiring harnesses. Compliance with and adherence to process procedures schedules and test monitoring and recording requirements are fundamental within this role.
The roles are on a shift basis - 3 shifts (earlies/lates/nights).

Qualifications/Requirements
- Must be PC literate
- Flexible working and shift working is a feature of the role.
- Desire to learn new skills and develop.
- Understanding / knowledge and appreciation of high voltage.
- Excellent influencing and communications skills, both written and verbal.
- Takes ownership and responsibility for completing tasks.
- Proactive self starter with a can do attitude.
- An interest in general electronics and mechanical assembly work
- Capability to recognise and identify components with training
- Capability to understand technical drawings and instructions

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.

Stores Supervisor - Banbury - £22k - 28k per year + prorata (PBU-103333)

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Stores Supervisor
Banbury, Oxfordshire, England
£22k - 28k per year + prorata

Our client is a leading technical supplier to the automotive industry, and due to exceptional growth plans and current business requirements, they are looking to appoint a Stores Supervisor as such we welcome applicant who meet the criteria below:

this role is initially a 6 month contract, please only apply if you`re available for an immediate start

• You`ll have previous experience as a Stores Supervisor / Leader, having supervised a number of staff / duties
• Previous work in a busy automotive stores environment a distinct advantage
• Salary dependant on experience, but all company benefits apply
  
  Please apply or call to discuss further

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.

Principle Engineer - Electronics - Oxfordshire - £38k - 50k per year + Benefits (PBU-103173)

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Principle Engineer - Electronics
Oxfordshire, England
£38k - 50k per year + Benefits

Our client is a leading technical supplier to the automotive industry, and due to exceptional growth plans and current business requirements, they are looking to appoint a Principle Engineer - Electronicsas such we welcome applicant who meet the criteria below:

• Design and development of electronic circuitry (includes analogue, digital, microprocessor and power electronics)
• Electronic circuit simulation and analysis
• Specification and selection of electronic components
• Preparation of electronic schematics and associated PCB layouts
• Testing and evaluation of electronic components
• Validation of electronic systems
• Preparation of FMEAs and design validation documentation
• Preparation and monitoring of project plans You will need to educated to degree level in Electronics Engineering or similar with a minimum of 5 years industry experience in Electronics.
  You must possess good attention to detail and have a practical approach to problem solving.
  
  Must haves include:
• Experience in analogue, digital, microprocessor circuit and power electronics design
• Use of CAD to produce electronic circuit schematics and PCB layout
• Good understanding of robust engineering practices such as FMEAs, Change Management, Design Reviews, etc
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols, particularly CAN

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

Design Engineer / Project Engineer - Hinckley - £25k - 40k per year + 31K to 42K (PBU-103166)

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Design Engineer / Project Engineer
Hinckley, Leicestershire, England
£25k - 40k per year + 31K to 42K

Due to impressive growth plans is seeking to appoint a Design Engineer / Project Engineer to strengthen the engineering team and to help drive and support the development of current and future product ranges In this role you`ll be given Design projects in a true cradle to grave environment, given total ownership of the project life cycle, whether this is a large project, or centred on individual components

Utilizing your existing skills, you will also be trained from day one in company standards and procedures to ensure you are able to make an outstanding contribution as part of a flexible work force, which thrives on producing a world class product.

Knowledge of Pro Engineer / Wildfire would be good but not essential due to in-house training facilcities (knowledge of other 3D CAD systems is equally useful)

• Educated to at least a 2:2 degree in Mechanical / Automotive Engineering.
• Proven track record as a Design or Project Engineer
• Flexibility to travel to Europe and occasional worldwide locations
• Driven to succeed

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

Product Engineer - Huddersfield - £30k - 40k per year + Benefits (PBU-102828)

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Product Engineer
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England
£30k - 40k per year + Benefits

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

Due to growth plans a position of Product Engineer has become available, and as such we welcome applicants who want a fresh challenge, and meet the requirements below As an experienced Product Engineer, you`ll be responsible for Engineering support for a range of current Production Products. Supports and develops Engineering activities within the plant. Participates in quality and process development, and acts as liaison between plant and other Engineering groups

• Provide Engineering support to Supply Chain on source approvals of turbocharger components over the model range, including engineering approval work.
• Engineering support for Cost Reduction Activities
• Engineering support for Quality improvements
• Engineering support for Process Change approval
• Support New Product Introduction into the plant, supporting other functional areas where necessary
• Evaluate risks and authorise disposition of material which does not conform to Engineering specifications Failure Analysis: Investigate test and field failures to determine root cause of failure and initiate a corrective action of current product
• Support/lead cross-functional design reviews both internally and with external suppliers
• Provide product knowledge training for other functions as needed formally or informally
• Turbocharger product knowledge
• Experience in manufacturing or design
• Basic understanding of Quality processes
• Understanding of design processes CoC, FMEA, Design Review

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.

Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer / SQI - Huddersfield - £28k - 37.5k per year + Bonus (PBU-102833)

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Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer / SQI
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England
£28k - 37.5k per year + Bonus

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

Due to growth plans a position of SQI / Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer has become available, and as such we welcome applicants who want a fresh challenge, and meet the requirements below: To track and manage key quality metrics for the programs, suppliers and department.
To summarize and present status at key Functional and Management Reviews.
To manage select set of suppliers and interface with plant customers.
To oversee, direct and continually improve the activities of Supplier Quality Management.
Travel between 20% and 40% may be required

To manage the successful re-sourcing of current product or process approval of new product utilizing the tools of APQP
Implementation of Quality management and process improvement tools

• Bachelors degree in Engineering / related subject or relevant experience (Engineering apprenticeship or experience of working within a quality function)
• Quality, Audits, APQP, PPAP, Run @ rate, Supplier Assessment
• Working within a TS16949 / ISO 9001 auditing and management system experience essential

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

Principal Product Engineer - Huddersfield - £38k - 48k per year + Bonus (PBU-102826)

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Principal Product Engineer
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England
£38k - 48k per year + Bonus

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

Due to growth plans a position of Principal Product Engineer has become available, and as such we welcome applicants who want a fresh challenge, and meet the requirements below: Lead the design and development process for complex and / or critical assigned sub-system(s) from concept through to handover to new product team; responsible for all aspects of form, structure, functional performance, quality, durability, reliability, cost and project timing and for the guidance, development and output of the direct report engineers.

The engineers reporting to the group leader may be dispersed globally to deliver projects to appropriate global markets.

• Support the Chief Engineer in advanced engineering concept selection
• Developing concepts through to readiness for use in customer programs, including verification, analysis and test, using Advanced Engineering technology development process
• To ensure concepts are fit for manufacture
• Manage the engineering costs for product and project
• Liaise with internal and external suppliers
• Work with customer advanced engineering groups in understanding requirements and concept development
• Quantify the critical parameters of the engineering concepts in the technology development phase
• Manage the technical requirements for the concept approval process
• Develop the concept verification approval plan and track activity to the plan
• Lead complex issue and failure resolution processes, using appropriate tools, for processes, architectures and components
  
  Essential Requirements Experience with automotive component industry
  Experience with diesel engines and/or turbochargers
  Experience with complex engineering design projects
  Combined electrical and mechanical 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.

Quality Inspector - CMM - Brackley - £25k - 35k per year + Benefits (PBU-102586)

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Quality Inspector - CMM
Brackley, Northamptonshire, England
£25k - 35k per year + Benefits

Our client is a leading technical supplier to the automotive industry, and due to exceptional growth plans and current business requirements, they are looking to appoint a Quality Inspector / CMM as such we welcome applicant who meet the criteria below:

• Dimensional inspection of sensitive and safety critical components to Prodrive drawings and specifications
• Visual and dimensional inspection of non-sensitive components to Prodrive drawings and specifications
• Responsible for the programming and operation of the co-ordinate measuring machine
• Liaison with engineering, internal manufacturing and suppliers
• Calibration of inspection and workshop tools and equipment Laser Scanning
• Responsible for the filing of all inspection documentation, part traceability information and the recording of suppliers quality performance
• Provide first off inspection for in house manufacturing
• Adhere to all company quality accreditations

Ad hoc duties as specified by Quality Control Supervisor

Nationally recognised engineering qualification NDT trained to PCN level 2

Previous experience within a batch prototype-manufacturing environment, preferably in motorsport, aerospace or research and development as well as a good knowledge of Quality Assurance standards
You will need to be highly computer literate and competent in DPI and Ultra Sonics, hand tool inspection, laser etching, ultra sonic flaw detection, CMM CNC and manual CMM

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

Mechanical Design Engineer - Brackley - £30k - 48k per year + Benefits (PBU-102616)

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Mechanical Design Engineer
Brackley, Northamptonshire, England
£30k - 48k per year + Benefits

Our client is a leading technical supplier to the automotive industry, and due to exceptional growth plans and current business requirements, they are looking to appoint a Mechnical Design Engineeras such we welcome applicant who meet the criteria below:

• Mechanical Design of components and systems
• Integration of these components and systems into vehicles, or other subsystems
• Technical liaison with customers, suppliers and manufacturing
• Preparation of BOM s and other project documents to fulfil project and process requirements
• Support the Team Leader, and other engineers with client quotations
• Completion of 3D CAD component models and assemblies (Catia)
• Completion of 2D detail drawings of components
• Support with physical build, evaluation, and validation
• Write effective and appropriate reports to document your work.
• Candidates with proven experience of concept design will be given preference

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

Process Leader - Brackley - £30k - 45k per year + Benefits (PBU-102012)

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Process Leader
Brackley, Northamptonshire, England
£30k - 45k per year + Benefits

Our client is a leading technical supplier to the automotive industry, and due to exceptional growth plans and current business requirements, they are looking to appoint a Process Leaderas such we welcome applicant who meet the criteria below:

• Understand project requirements for your module. Communicate these to your team and ensure understanding.
• Deliver the system into production meeting all project deliverables including: Timing, cost, mass, quality, functionality, and validation sign off.
• Continuously monitor team performance to ensure you meet project targets.
• Regularly communicate module status to agreed formats which will include compiling and making presentations to management.
• Build strategic working relationships with all working interfaces and ensure good communication at all times including formal record keeping.
• Ensure the appropriate balance of functional and commercial targets can be achieved through project gateways.
• Be proactive at resolving conflicting requirements across vehicle systems, and strike the balance between project delivery and functional performance.
• Support vehicle and system validation builds with components and engineers
• Act as technical specialist/Lead Engineer if you have detailed knowledge of a component area.
• Candidates with proven experience of Chassis, Transmission, Suspension, Powertrain components will be given preference.

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 Manager - Pinxton - £40k - 50k per year + Benefits (PBU-102343)

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Quality Manager
Pinxton, Derbyshire, England
£40k - 50k per year + Benefits

Our client is a world leader in the manufacture and repair of gas turbine components, and due to it`s on-going growth in the UK market is seeking to appoint an experienced Quality Manager. If you feel you meet the criteria below, please apply along with your CV for consideration

• As Quality Manager you`ll have full responsibility for the all quality activity established within the Company to include the development, update and maintenance of all documented systems and procedures, to include the Maintenance Organisation Exposition.
• Ensure that, at all times, the Quality requirements established in the Company meet defined customer approval and Airworthiness regulations are maintained and actively controlled.
• Overall authority to develop and introduce such systems and procedures necessary in order to maintain continued Airworthiness compliance, and shall be afforded the power to veto, as necessary.
• The Quality Manager will report on day to day activities to the Deputy Managing Director of the Company but as a tradition in the Company, will also continue to liaise with the Managing Director of the Company on all major quality issues and systems for final authorisation.
• Must be Degree Qualified
  
  An Aerospace background, Quality Experience, FAA / EASA / CAA would be advantagous but not essential !

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.

CNC Setter / Operators - Wolverhampton (STR-103362)

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CNC Setter / Operators
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England

Our client is a world leader in Primary Flight Controls, Thrust Reverser Actuation and High Lift Systems, providing support to the world`s major civil and military aircraft constructors. They offer complete in-house design, development and certification. We have a number of positions open for experienced CNC Setters/Operators to work on a 3 shift basis.
Skilled Turners are required - we are looking for 2 Turners with both Setting and Operating experience to work on Moriseiki and Gildermeister machines with Fanuc and Heidenhain controls.

Skilled Gear Cutters are required - manual and CNC gear cutting experience is required ideally from within a high precision environment working with metallic components.

Skilled Grinders are required - Grinders and Turners with both Setting and Operating experience as well as experience in internal and external grinding, rather than surface grinding, to work on Studer and Kellenberger machines with Fanuc and Heidenhain controls.
Setter / Operator CNC Turning - You will have completed a full apprenticeship and have good working knowledge of CNC turning. Demonstrated ability of working with fanuc controls. Knowledge of Lean Principles and ability to apply these within role. A good team member with the ability to work on own initiative.

Setter / Operator CNC Grinding - You will have completed a full apprenticeship. Demonstrated ability of working with fanuc controls and have the ability to use studer grinders would be desirable. Knowledge of Lean Principles and ability to apply these within role, be a good team member with the ability to work on own initiative.

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/Development Engineer - Hydraulic Test - Warwickshire - £20 - 25 per hour + d.o.e (KH-99941)

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Test/Development Engineer - Hydraulic Test
Warwickshire, England
£20 - 25 per hour + d.o.e

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. It is seeking an engineer to be based at a client site in Gaydon Warwickshire

An opportunity has arisen for a Test/Development Engineer on an ongoing contract basis.

Based in the structural test department at a vehicle manufacturer in South Warwickshire, you will be responsible for running whole vehicle structural and durability tests on 4 poster rigs.

Responsibilities will include overseeing the design and construction of test fixtures, hydraulics, electro mechanical parts, running tests, programming control parameters and data collection

You will also be responsible for fabricating servo-hydraulic rigs for component testing, running tests and collating data.

As well as experienced engineers, the client will also consider less experienced candidates but with strong hydraulic control experience.


Role Requirements:

- Minimum HNC,
- Previous servo rig test or servo hydraulic experience is essential
- Previous automotive experience on whole vehicle testing of some nature e.g. crash or structures.
- Candidates from an automotive rig testing background will be considered.

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.

Proving Ground Operations Supervisor - Warwickshire (KH-102473)

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Proving Ground Operations Supervisor
Warwickshire, England

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.

A new permanent opportunity has arisen for a Proving Ground Operations Supervisor. Reporting to the Proving Ground Manager, the individual will be responsible for the following:

- Safe operation of the Proving Ground (Safety Co-Coordinator)
- Assist with the development of new business
- Liaison with both internal and external engineers, in order to establish new test and operating procedures and ensuring that all Heath and Safety criterion are met
- Liaison with external companies in regard to the organisation of corporate events, vehicle launches, demonstrations etc
- Management of events including motorsport activities
- The development of key staff enabling them to become effective members of the Track Control function
- Customer liaison with regard to establishing new testing procedures
- Weekly planning of Proving Ground Staffing levels
- Work closely with internal Dept Project Managers ensuring continuity of projects and managing internal external demand for facilities.
- Deputise for the Proving Ground Manager in his absence including the supervision of Track Control Operations and ensuring safe and effective loading of facilities
- The Management of Proving Ground based events
- Carry out supervision of administrative duties in respect of customer invoicing and account management.


Essential Requirements:

- Excellent Communication Skills
- Ideally HNC/City and Guilds in engineering or appropriate subjects or equivalent
- GCSE English A - C Grade or equivalent
- Good PC based skills
- Driving Licence
- Evidence of experience working in a supervisory capacity.
- Recent experience of current Health and Safety procedures/ policies, required for the safe operation of an industrial site
- Flexibility to work extended hours and possibly weekends as required to support the programme.

Desirable Attributes:

- First Aid at Work
- Working within a busy vehicle test or similar engineering function
- Automotive Engineering background
- Understanding of vehicle systems, components and testing
- Experience of running corporate events

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.

Project Engineer - Warwickshire (MBI-103371)

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Project Engineer
Warwickshire, England

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 require aProject Engineer - to carry out vehicle dynamics development projects with respect to ride, handling and steering attributes.
Objective testing and data analysis to ISO and other standards,
Subjective assessment skills
Leading a vehicle dynamics attribute development team,
Technical development of ride, handling and steering attributes
Interpretation of test data and simulation output.
Customer Liaison
Project Management
Report writing
Customer enquiries and proposal writing
Degree qualified in automotive or mechanical engineering or equivalent.

A track record in automotive vehicle dynamics testing
Awareness/knowledge of vehicle dynamics simulation software
Working within emerging markets
Willingness to travel and work abroad.

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.

Software Engineer - West Midlands (KYU-103357)

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Software Engineer
West Midlands, England

The Role

This vacancy exists due to growth in our clients portfolio of safety systems for some of the world s most exciting sports, luxury and low carbon production vehicles, mass production vehicle applications and demand for safety critical embedded software in many market sectors. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will apply cutting edge software engineering, customer liaison and technical support skills to product consultancy and applications projects from concept to production. Examples include driver assistance, braking, steering, sensing, actuation, vision and wireless communications systems in automotive, aerospace, defence, intelligent transport and other sectors.
What you ll do

Be a member of the Software Group reporting to the Group Leader
Work in project or work package teams
Produce system and software specifications, software designs, coding in embedded C and C++ using a range of software testing techniques
Contribute to project proposals and quote preparation
Contribute to the development of engineering processes and procedures
Liaise with external agencies, partners and institutions
What we are looking for

Essential:
First degree or higher in a related discipline including software and electronics aspects
Good communication and inter-personal skills for team working and customer liaison
Willing and able to occasionally visit customer facilities in UK, EU and USA
*2-3 years experience

Desirable:
Knowledge of structured system design, UML and/or model based development using Matlab/Simulink
Knowledge of control system design, modelling and simulation
Able to use initiative and be self motivated

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

Lead Facilities Engineer/Planner - Oxford - £33k - 38k per year + Car, Pension, Bonus (KYU-103331)

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Lead Facilities Engineer/Planner
Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
£33k - 38k per year + Car, Pension, Bonus

Our client is a leading prestige automotive manufacturer and is looking for a Lead Facilities Engineer.
The Facility Planner is responsible for the project planning, installation and optimisation of assembly hardware and related logistics hardware systems to agreed cost and deadline targets. This covers the feasibility, specification, supplier selection, cost, quality, ergonomics, environment and availability of the technical solutions. The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for maintaining and optimising the facility when in operation; and supporting the planner in specification development and installation of new facilities. All activities must be carried out using core VPS principles.
Responsibilities:
*Project Manage
*Compare feasibility studies
*Create, develop and approve specifications
* Analyse and decide supplier selection
*Create Timing plans
*Create and manage costs
*Manage implementation and installation of machines and equipment
*Problem resolution
*Create documentation
8Carry out and initiate measure to prevent failure techniques
Educational requirements: For the Planner Degree/Masters with 5-10 years experience. For the Maintenance engineer a HND with 5-10 years relevant experience.
Relevant Knowledge including machine control, automation, robotics and control engineering, building services, hydraulics, pneumatics, project management, IT networks, machine operator protection and health and safety.
Advanced problem resolution techniques and good preventative maintenance techniques.
Good leadership and project planning skills are required.
Must be able to communicate with internal and external International partners and have the ability to sell concepts and communicate technical solution effectively.
Must be flexible in time and work place (inc. temporary international assignments)
Good knowledge of VPS principles.
Good office IT skills.

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

Supplier Quality Engineer - 3404 - Stafford - £23.5k - 32k per year + plus bonus (SMA-103366)

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Supplier Quality Engineer - 3404
Stafford, Staffordshire, England
£23.5k - 32k per year + plus bonus

Supplier Quality Engineer required by global engineering/manufacturing company based Stafford. With hundreds of locations worldwide, this organisation serve and support customers, providing small/medium sized construction machines typically used on construction sites.
This role is fundamentally a reactive quality position responsible for day-to-day management of the Supplier Corrective Action process. The Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) is responsible for developing initial action plans with the supplier and communicating these to facility management in order to ensure minimal disruption to internal production whilst maintaining product quality and protecting our customers
Reporting directly to the site Supplier Quality Supervisor this role is responsible and accountable for the following:

Manage supplier related quality issues in response to Assembly, Test, Final Finish, Pre Service or Warranty
The robust application of the 8D process to ensure that internal and supplier driven containment actions are implemented
Supplier contact and relationship development in partnership with the Process Control Engineering teams
Progress and review permanent corrective actions in order to prevent reoccurrence of issues
Support quality improvement initiatives with Suppliers and Global Purchase in order to deliver improvements in product quality and supplier performance
Use site based reporting systems in order to communicate requirements and results (QSI, Apexon, etc)
Data gathering and manipulation for reporting
Major Issue management and ownership

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Quality Engineer - 3339 - Leicester - £27k - 33.5k per year + shift allowance (JDW-103213)

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Quality Engineer - 3339
Leicester, Leicestershire, England
£27k - 33.5k per year + shift allowance

My client a globally known market leader of construction equipment based in the Midlands.
The business is undergoing significant investment in manufacturing processes and office facilities.
Opportunities for career progression within the business are excellent for ambitious individuals of ability.
Working in a modern purpose built quality and inspection department. To support this development an experienced Quality Engineer is required to ensure the efficient operation of the department

This role involves shift work, primarily supporting the night shift, with shift allowance on top of salary

Key Responsibilities
-Technical Leadership of Inspection based activities including day to day operation, strategic development of the area and development of the team members within the department
-Candidates should have experience of Faro and CMM machines
-Will be responsible for auditing the inspection area
-Provide accurate data to assist in resolution of production line and engineering issues-
Qualifications and Experience Required
-Working technical knowledge of 3D measurement machines and software
-Candidates should have the ability to read and interpret Engineering Drawings and 3D CAD Models
-Experience of using production problem solving techniques
-Worked in an manufacturing environment employing continuous techniques

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Lead Facilities Engineer/Planner - Oxford - £0 per year + �32,800 - �38,000 pa (KYU-103331)

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Lead Facilities Engineer/Planner
Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
£0 per year + ?32,800 - ?38,000 pa

Our client is a leading prestige automotive manufacturer and is looking for a Lead Facilities Engineer.
The Facility Planner is responsible for the project planning, installation and optimisation of assembly hardware and related logistics hardware systems to agreed cost and deadline targets. This covers the feasibility, specification, supplier selection, cost, quality, ergonomics, environment and availability of the technical solutions. The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for maintaining and optimising the facility when in operation; and supporting the planner in specification development and installation of new facilities. All activities must be carried out using core VPS principles.
Responsibilities:
*Project Manage
*Compare feasibility studies
*Create, develop and approve specifications
* Analyse and decide supplier selection
*Create Timing plans
*Create and manage costs
*Manage implementation and installation of machines and equipment
*Problem resolution
*Create documentation
8Carry out and initiate measure to prevent failure techniques
Educational requirements: For the Planner Degree/Masters with 5-10 years experience. For the Maintenance engineer a HND with 5-10 years relevant experience.
Relevant Knowledge including machine control, automation, robotics and control engineering, building services, hydraulics, pneumatics, project management, IT networks, machine operator protection and health and safety.
Advanced problem resolution techniques and good preventative maintenance techniques.
Good leadership and project planning skills are required.
Must be able to communicate with internal and external International partners and have the ability to sell concepts and communicate technical solution effectively.
Must be flexible in time and work place (inc. temporary international assignments)
Good knowledge of VPS principles.
Good office IT skills.

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

Software Engineer - West Midlands - £0 per year + Competitive market rate (KYU-103357)

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Software Engineer
West Midlands, England
£0 per year + Competitive market rate

The Role

This vacancy exists due to growth in our clients portfolio of safety systems for some of the world s most exciting sports, luxury and low carbon production vehicles, mass production vehicle applications and demand for safety critical embedded software in many market sectors. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will apply cutting edge software engineering, customer liaison and technical support skills to product consultancy and applications projects from concept to production. Examples include driver assistance, braking, steering, sensing, actuation, vision and wireless communications systems in automotive, aerospace, defence, intelligent transport and other sectors.
What you ll do

Be a member of the Software Group reporting to the Group Leader
Work in project or work package teams
Produce system and software specifications, software designs, coding in embedded C and C++ using a range of software testing techniques
Contribute to project proposals and quote preparation
Contribute to the development of engineering processes and procedures
Liaise with external agencies, partners and institutions
What we are looking for

Essential:
First degree or higher in a related discipline including software and electronics aspects
Good communication and inter-personal skills for team working and customer liaison
Willing and able to occasionally visit customer facilities in UK, EU and USA
*2-3 years experience

Desirable:
Knowledge of structured system design, UML and/or model based development using Matlab/Simulink
Knowledge of control system design, modelling and simulation
Able to use initiative and be self motivated

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Stores Supervisor - Banbury - £22k - 28k per year + prorata (PBU-103333)

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Stores Supervisor
Banbury, Oxfordshire, England
£22k - 28k per year + prorata

Our client is a leading technical supplier to the automotive industry, and due to exceptional growth plans and current business requirements, they are looking to appoint a Stores Supervisor as such we welcome applicant who meet the criteria below:

this role is initially a 6 month contract, please only apply if you`re available for an immediate start

• You`ll have previous experience as a Stores Supervisor / Leader, having supervised a number of staff / duties
• Previous work in a busy automotive stores environment a distinct advantage
• Salary dependant on experience, but all company benefits apply
  
  Please apply or call to discuss further

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Manufacturing Engineer - Herefordshire (RB-103335)

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Manufacturing Engineer
Herefordshire, England

Our Client is a leading manufacturer of specialist spraying equipment for a wide range of applications worldwide. They currently export 90% of products produced at two sites in the UK.
To support growth plans they are seeking a manufacturing engineer to for production at the Herefordshire site.
Initiating improvements to existing product design for manufacture
Implementing improved assembly / production processes
Preparation and maintenance of Technical Construction files to support compliance with CE marking.
Developing QA procedures for incoming / manufactured goods
Development of jigs and fixtures to improve production work flow
Liaison with suppliers to ensure quality of supply
Preparation and maintenance of process documentation
Skills and Experience
Engineering background
Experience in production engineering/operations within a manufacturing environment is essential
Knowledge of 3D CAD Design (preferably Solidworks) , MS Word and Excel
Knowledge of metal fabrication and plastic injection moulding
Ability to initiate and manage projects
Familiarity with MRP and production planning
Experience in product compliance and CE marking
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and other workplace practices
Competent communicator with good interpersonal skills

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Design Engineer - Herefordshire (RB-103334)

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Design Engineer
Herefordshire, England

Our Client is a leading manufacturer of specialist spraying equipment for a wide range of applications worldwide. They currently export 90% of products produced at two sites in the UK. To support the continueed success the company are looking to recruit a Design Engineer.
Creation of new product designs from concept stage
Development and testing of prototypes possibly overseas
Specification and sourcing of materials and components
Preparation of technical drawings for manufacturing
Transfer of designs through to production stage
Preparation of technical manuals and documents
Compliance of products to international standards
Preparation of technical files to support CE compliance
Working under supervision on projects as part of a design team
Skills and Experience
Design Engineering background
In depth knowledge of 3D CAD Design preferably Solidworks
Should be competent in use of MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Knowledge of manufacturing process and techniques
Experience in electronics and electrical engineering an advantage.
Competent communicator with good interpersonal skills

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

Structural Analyst - Nuneaton - £0 per hour + � Contract Rates Apply - please specify requirements on application (LHI-103025)

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Structural Analyst
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England
£0 per hour + ? Contract Rates Apply - please specify requirements on application

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.

Due to an increase in workload, a 6 month contract opportunity has arisen for a Structural Analyst, to undertake modelling and analysis activities, using FE methods to support component and vehicle design and development.

Reporting to the Senior Consultant for Design and Simulation, the individual will be responsible for the following:
- Build, analyse and correlate FE models, including design refinement and optimisation
- Undertake modal and durability assessment of a variety of structures, principally automotive
- Support FE contribution to vehicle design and development programmes
- Support ad-hoc analysis requests in support of design and vehicle dynamics/NVH colleagues
Essential Requirements:

- BSc or BEng or equivalent, in relevant subject
- Significant experience or formal training in FE tools including MSC.Nastran or ABAQUS, Altair/HyperWorks (especially Optistruct and HyperMesh)
- Use of MSC.Nastran or ABAQUS (stress, modal and vibration options) and associated modelling tools.
- Familiarity with automotive structures at component and vehicle level
- Significant experience of fatigue assessment using FE models


Desirable Attributes:

- Experience of MSC.Patran, MSC.Fatigue or DesignLife
- Knowledge of design optimisation tools (Optistruct)
- Knowledge of MSC.Fatigue or DesignLife
- Use of (or interaction with) ADAMS analysis tools

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

ADAMS Analyst - Nuneaton (MBI-103024)

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ADAMS Analyst
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England

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.

A new contract opportunity has arisen for an ADAMS Analyst to undertake modelling and analysis activities, using ADAMS software to support component and vehicle design and development.

Reporting to the Senior Consultant, the individual will be responsible for the following:
- Building and analysing ADAMS models and test rigs
- Undertaking and reporting assessment of vehicle dynamics attributes
- Generating load data to support FE analysis in vehicle design and development programmes
- Supporting ad-hoc analysis requests in support of design and vehicle dynamics/NVH colleagues
Essential Requirements:

- BSc or BEng or equivalent, in relevant Engineering subject (Mechanical or Automotive Engineering).
- Significant experience or formal training in ADAMS software and associated pre- and post-processing tools
- Good familiarity with automotive structures at component and vehicle level

Desirable Attributes:

- Chartered Engineer
- Typically 5+ years experience with ADAMS Car/View/Chassis software environments, principally acquired in an automotive industry environment
- Good knowledge of Vehicle Dynamics concepts
- Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink software
- Participation in vehicle development programme(s)
- Experience with the design and analysis of HGV vehicles

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

Vehicle Interior Package Design Engineer - Warwickshire - £0 per year + Market rate (MBI-102661)

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Vehicle Interior Package Design Engineer
Warwickshire, England
£0 per year + 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.
Carry out CAD Interior package work.
Produce interior packaging models and concepts designs for interior trim and systems.
Manage own activities.
Produce engineering reports
Investigation, assessment and application of new technologies
Liaise with suppliers and customers
Engineering Degree or equivalent
Experience of working within an OEM or engineering consultancy in an interior trim design and packaging role.
Experience of studio engineering may be an advantage.
Full working knowledge of CATIA V5
Knowledge of ergonomics and HMI would be an advantage.
Experience of concept and feasibility studies for interiors.

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.

Rotating Electrics Development Engineer - 3343 - Peterborough - £0 per hour + �28 - �32/hr Ltd Co rate (LHI-103284)

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Rotating Electrics Development Engineer - 3343
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England
£0 per hour + ?28 - ?32/hr Ltd Co rate

The world s leading manufacturer of off-highway machinery and diesel and natural gas engines. The brand is recognised worldwide and is synonymous with quality and reliability.
The successful applicant for this position will be join the Compact Engine Systems team and will take responsibility for development activities on starter motors and alternators for various brand engine ranges.

Each project offers the opportunity to work on the latest rotating electrics, supporting the development of engines designed to meet the latest emissions legislation, with world-class levels of quality and reliability. You will be part of a small, friendly team working together to deliver programmes that are critical to the long-term success of a respected, global company.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Planning and executing the development of rotating electric components for the application on Caterpillar machines and engines.
2. Working directly with the customer to understand and document component requirements.
3. Working with suppliers to identify and source components to meet the programme requirements.
4. Conducting FMEA on components and systems to identify and address design risks and determine validation needs.
5. Working with the validation team to plan and execute validation tests.
6. Conducting component and system design reviews to obtain buy-in from the business to selected components, designs and suppliers.
7. Keeping peers, team leader and management up to date with progress against planned activities.

Through this role, the successful candidate will have an excellent opportunity to take part in, and have significant responsibility for, the end-to-end development process for modern rotating electric components. This gives our employees true product ownership and the opportunity to see their products through to volume production.
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Essential:
1. Strong technical background - ideally a good technical degree in mechanical, electronic, electrical, control systems or automotive engineering - though consideration will be given to other qualifications or significant relevant experience in lieu of this.
2. Prior experience in engine component development (preferably gained on starters and / or alternators)
3. Good understanding of component development and validation
4. Good leadership skills
5. Strong team player
6. Excellent communications skills
7. Strong customer focus

This is development engineering position, with regular customer interaction. It is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly engineering team and become part of a world-class organisation.

Desirable:
1. Experience of running and participating in FMEA
2. Experience of designing and executing verification and validation test plans for rotating electric components.
3. Experience of writing technical document / requirements / test plans
4. Knowledge of project planning activities
5. A good knowledge MS Office programmes and Pro-Engineer would be an advantage.

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

Assembly Manufacturing Engineer - Southampton - £0 per hour + Contract Rates Apply (LHI-103096)

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Assembly Manufacturing Engineer
Southampton, Hampshire, England
£0 per hour + Contract Rates Apply

**PLEASE NOTE: Successful applicants are required to apply and personally fund an online Disclosure Scotland Basic check and should successfully complete a baseline security clearance process prior to commencing the contract.

Our client designs and manufactures aerostructures for both the civil and military aerospace markets.

We are seeking to appoint 2x Assembly Manufacturing Engineers on a 6-month contract, based near to Southampton.
As Assembly Manufacturing Engineer, you will:
* Create, modify or improve engineering processes and create/modify Bill Of Material (BoM) as required.
* Create assembly manufacturing plans defining the method of manufacture.
* Analyse manufacturing processes using Lean manufacturing techniques and implement process improvements.
* Identify and justify new technologies as appropriate
* Support design for manufacture activities on New Product Introduction (NPI) programmes
* Assist with creating Process Qualification documents for new and existing customers.
* Investigate and resolve assembly shop queries.
* Embody customer modifications to existing processes.
* Perform COSHH assessments on new material introduction.
* Perform Risk Assessments within the manufacturing environment.
It is essential for applicants to have the following experience:
* Experience in using Catia to view models (not create)
* Experience in Assembly Manufacture and Engineering
* Capable of creating detailed Manufacturing Plans
* Experience of Lean Manufacture
* Knowledge of tooling Working with Tool Design and the Shop Fitters to develop and design a new lean and ergonomic set of assembly jigs.

In addition, you should be capable of implementing sound engineering solutions and have a good understanding and evidence of Continuous Improvement and Lean manufacturing implementation.

Self-motivated and prepared to go the extra mile when required.

Prepared to travel abroad and within the UK to meet with customers and/or suppliers.

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.

Plant Maintenance Technician - Lichfield (KSA-102814)

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Plant Maintenance Technician
Lichfield, Staffordshire, England

Our client is Europe`s third largest automobile equipment supplier and one of the global leaders in six major vehicle modules: seat, cockpit, door, acoustic package, exhaust and front end modules. They are looking to take on a plant maintenance technician. This person will be required to participate in the Total and Preventive Maintenance (TPM) for all equipment and facilities.

-Install, repair and maintain all equipment and facilities in accordance with internal specifications in a safe and controlled manner
-Analyse mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment and make necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality
-Try out equipment after repairs, changeovers or extended downtime
-Record operational data, such as pressure readings, length of stroke, feeds and speeds for use in setup and preventive maintenance records and ensure preventative maintenance is completed in a timely manner
-Review production schedule and, when equipment is not scheduled for production, perform scheduled maintenance
-Participate in Production System Efficiency and Quality System Efficiency workshops to support continuous improvement: propose and implement continuous productivity, process and quality improvement actions for all facilities
-Facilitate equipment moves on the shop floor
-Train operators on the safe operation of production equipment and to train production staff on basic maintenance operations in line with task transfer
-To carry out any further duties as may be considered reasonable and requested.

The ideal candidate will have/be:
-Technical diploma, preferably with a specialisation in maintenance
-1st tier automotive experience
-At least 3 years of maintenance/engineering experience within a fast paced manufacturing environment
-Proven ability to undertake tasks of substantial variety or complexity which require an extensive knowledge of fabrication/processing techniques, tools, materials, machines and equipment
- Electro-mechanics and automation skills
- Working knowledge of Quality system and Health, Safety and Environment skills
- Advanced skills in computer aided maintenance management systems
- Strong technical problem solving skills
- Strong teamwork, interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work in a matrix organisation
- PRC experience
- Exposure to robots
-Plastics preferable but not essential
- Minimum bi-lingual (English required)
- Strong PLC skills both fault finding and programming

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.

International Business Development Administrator - Warwickshire - £0 per hour + Market rate (KSA-103286)

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International Business Development 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 who require someone to provide administrative support on behalf of the international business development team with primary focus on supporting overseas activities with the client`s international team of staff, agents and representatives.
Provide general administrative support to the UK based International Business Development Team
Provide administrative and operational support to the international sales network (China, S.Korea, India, Turkey, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan)
Monitor and report on the finances of all international offices and collaborations
Manage and process invoices and payment schedules for international offices, agents and representatives
Administer visa applications and requests, and co-ordinate supporting documentation for Visa applications
Support the arrangement and manager of visits by overseas visits
Manage and update the contacts database for Business Development and marketing teams
Provide cover for BD Director s PA
NVQ level 3 Administration, HNC Business and Finance or equivalent
Any language skills would be beneficial (typically European languages)
Previous experience in a similar administrative role within a business environment
Experience of dealing with some of the territories mentioned would be helpful.

Some UK based travel will be required

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Health & Safety Consultant - Warwickshire - £0 per year + Competitive salary (MBI-103314)

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Health & Safety Consultant
Warwickshire, England
£0 per year + Competitive salary

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 who is looking for a Health and Safety Consultant.
The successful candidate will need to have an excellent record of spotting where action is required to improve things and working with others to effect a change.
Must have excellent communication skills and consultation skills but at the same time be very assertive and firm when required.
Able to work with senior colleagues to discuss possible strategies will be essential
The position will involve moving around an 800 acre site for much of the time, reporting back to the Senior Manager of Personnel and Security of any issues identified.
Conduct audits and spot checks across the Company
Selection process will include 2 interviews, psychometric tests and a presentation.

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Project Manager/Production Release Manager - Warwickshire - £0 per hour + Market rate (MBI-103311)

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Project Manager/Production Release Manager
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. They required PMST contractors to work within a busy project team working on brake system improvements, taking them from design through to production. Role will involve liaising with the team members, customer departments and suppliers.
Review of customer warranty and service data to highlight issues and progress resolutions. This will include managing, monitoring and progressing quality initiatives.
Manage development tasks utilising appropriate resource from suppliers and the customer to investigate and resolve technical issues.
Manage the release of design changes into production at a component and system level leasing with the relevant customer and supplier teams
Project planning, status reporting and timely delivery will be key. Travel throughout the UK may well be required at times
Degree in appropriate subject eg engineering or equivalent qualification/ experience
Project quality and management qualifications
Use of MS products especially Excel and Project
Experience of delivering design changes through to production
Experience of quality and production release processes and procedures
Understanding of JLR internal procedure specifically design and production release

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.

Account Coordinator - 3236 - Peterborough (SMA-103305)

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Account Coordinator - 3236
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

A vacancy currently exists for a 6 month fixed term contract for an Account Co-ordinator within the Global Orders Management Group of our client, a major engineering company, based in Peterborough.

As Account Co-ordinator you will join a team of 15 and will take responsibility for the order to delivery process for between 5 and 20 customers. In addition to building strong customer relationships, the Account Coordinators will also work closely with teams across the business including Supply Chain, Product Management and Finance. This role will help build a close strategic working relationship with other key areas of the business. This will assist in meeting the clear goals set out to achieve the standards of customer satisfaction that the company`s customers expect. Key responsibilities will include managing the oustomer Order to delivery process, following standard processes set in CPS guidelines, working within the set SoX controls, building working relationships with other areas of the business and assisting with 6 Sigma projects that deliver improvements to the team.

It is essential you have previous experience in a customer facing role together with a good understanding of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel spreadsheets.

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.

Machine Tool Maintenance Technician - Northampton - 12.67/hr + 20% day shift allce (40% nights) + o/t + on-call (JSK-102776)

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Machine Tool Maintenance Technician
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
12.67/hr + 20% day shift allce (40% nights) + o/t + on-call

The company is a leading international development partner to the automobile and engine industry. They are currently undergoing a period of increasing growth and are looking to hire additional Machine Tool Maintenance Technicianswho will be part of the team responsible for the safe maintenance, servicing, installation and operation of all plant, machinery and equipment on site, working within the framework of current company procedure's, legislation, HSE requirements and engineering principles. In addition, undertake various project work as required.

• Ensure all plant, machinery and ancillary equipment is effectively maintained.
• Carry out systematic fault finding on all plant machinery and ancillary equipment.
• Undertake machine servicing as required to implement the planned preventative maintenance program on all machines.
• Promote and implement improvements into the engineering of the plant and to maximise energy efficiencies.
• Ensure good housekeeping practices are followed to ensure high standards of cleanliness and safety are maintained.
• Provide callout maintenance breakdown cover out of normal working hours
• Complete appropriate work reports to include the entering of such onto the company work report database
• Contribute to and comply with company procedures and work within the framework of the law, particularly relating to Health and Safety and Environmental matters.
• Liaise with the health and safety advisor to ensure that safe working practices are adopted at all times, and to maintain the appropriate data files for all installed plan, machinery and equipment.
• To take responsibility for contractors when working on site
• Any duties deemed appropriate by the department manager
  
  Qualifications
• An ONC/HNC in Mechanical and Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, is essential
• A Craft Apprenticeship in Mechanical Engineering and Electrical, or equivalent City and Guilds qualification is essential
• 17th Edition certification is desireable
• 236 City and Guilds or equivalent is essential
• 2391 City and Guilds Electrical Inspection Testing is essential
  
  Skills and Experience
• Previous machine tool fault diagnosis and repair essential
• CNC machine tool fault diagnosis and repair is essential
• Previous experience working with Heller, Hitachi Seiki and Matsurra machines is desireable
• Previous production environment experience desirable
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently on own initiative
• Ability to see a job through to a satisfactory conclusion working within the time constraints of a busy production environment
• Basic computer literacy using MS Office packages
• Understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems
• Basic electrical circuit knowledge required
• Knowledge of CNC Machine control systems including machine diagnostics, ladder programs/ PLC programs

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.

Buyer (Electronics) - West Midlands - £0 per hour + Market rate (KYU-103108)

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Buyer (Electronics)
West Midlands, England
£0 per hour + Market rate

An exciting opportunity to join a world-class global purchasing team responsible for $560M annual spend on all sorts of electronics components. One of the world s largest producers of electric steering systems, braking system and safety system, supplying a wide range of vehicle manufacturers including VW, Ford, GM, Mercedes, Peugeot, Renault and Fiat.

Electronics purchasing data assistant will support the whole team including five different commodities to collect, consolidate, validate, analyse data. It is a fundamentally important work for the team and the organization. Being patient, careful, accurate, strict, zero-error is absolutely essential for this role.
This is a very fast-paced sector requiring excellent time management, task management, priority management, quick reaction, performance delivery. To ensure the satisfied result, effective communication within the team is required, especially with the data users. This role requires excellent excel and PowerPoint skills.

What you ll do

Source electronics components according to the BOM list of new programmes
Carry out global competitive sourcing activities on the current mass production components
Document sourcing decisions following the purchasing process
What we are looking for

Essential:
Purchasing experience:
Min. 3 years of purchasing experience in Electronics in automotive industry
Understand common purchasing process
Be able to analyze supplier s quotes
Be able to negotiate with suppliers to make sourcing recommendations

Computer skills:
Be able to use excel (2003 and 2007), PowerPoint, access excellently
Be able to use most of the excel functions to do data analysis/consolidation

Communication, team work, personality
Have experience of dealing with people(incl. colleagues and suppliers) from different countries in a professional manner
excellent team player and performance driven
Smart, hard working, moderate, efficient, assertive, self-motivated, careful, accurate
Be able to manage multi-tasks/ priorities to deliver on time

Desirable:
Electronics Engineering background would be an advantage
Multi-language speakers would be preferred

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

Group Supply Chain Analyst - Shropshire - 35000 (SMIC-103243)

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Group Supply Chain Analyst
Shropshire, England
35000

Our client is the main stamping site for this multi-site manufacturer of automotive body panels for many of the world`s leading vehicle producers. The purpose of the Group Supply Chain Analyst is to manage projects, carry out assignments and perform various duties as required by the Group MPandL Manager. It is an integral part of the Supply Chain Steering Group and it is important that you have the ability to work under your own initiative and think strategically.

This position will have interaction with all levels of personnel, both internal and external to the company and responsibilities will include special projects within the Supply Chain area as well as being responsible and accountable for MFG Pro development, synchronisation and reporting, managing the requirements of the Supply Chain Steering Group, developing common work instructions, policies and procedures and KPI`s. In addition, you will support the local supply chain teams as required, support the development of the supplier/customer visibility package and provide the supply chain input into the QAF and NPI processes.

You must have a sound business understanding, good organisation skills, a good mathematical aptitude, articulation with good verbal and written communication skills, strong practical knowledge of MRP systems (MFG Pro desirable) and also knowledge of MRP/ERP/SCM/JIT/Kanban philosophies, practices and techniques. You must also be able to operate a personal computer using software such as Microsoft Office and will need good interpersonal skills as much of the output of this position will be derived from the person`s input from both inside and outside the organisation. Because of the nature of this position, you must be a "complete finisher", versatile and a self starter, able to work without close supervision.

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.

Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer / SQI - Huddersfield - £28k - 37.5k per year + Bonus (PBU-102833)

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Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer / SQI
Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, England
£28k - 37.5k per year + Bonus

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

Due to growth plans a position of SQI / Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer has become available, and as such we welcome applicants who want a fresh challenge, and meet the requirements below: To track and manage key quality metrics for the programs, suppliers and department.
To summarize and present status at key Functional and Management Reviews.
To manage select set of suppliers and interface with plant customers.
To oversee, direct and continually improve the activities of Supplier Quality Management.
Travel between 20% and 40% may be required

To manage the successful re-sourcing of current product or process approval of new product utilizing the tools of APQP
Implementation of Quality management and process improvement tools

• Bachelors degree in Engineering / related subject or relevant experience (Engineering apprenticeship or experience of working within a quality function)
• Quality, Audits, APQP, PPAP, Run @ rate, Supplier Assessment
• Working within a TS16949 / ISO 9001 auditing and management system experience essential

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

Technical Project Manager - West Midlands (KYU-100684)

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Technical Project Manager
West Midlands, England

The Role
An exciting opportunity to join a world-class team based in TRW s prestigious technical centre in Solihull. TRW is one of the world s largest producers of electric steering systems supplying a wide range of global vehicle manufacturers.
Reporting to the ECU Applications Engineering Manager and working in a dynamic, multi-project environment, you will manage the electronics engineering interface with Customers, EPS System teams and Electronics Manufacturing sites including requirements capture and compliance, open issues tracking and resolution, project schedule tracking and adherence to project milestones, technical coordination of the electronics engineering process towards meeting all performance criteria and deliverables within the project budget constraints.
What you ll do
Define, plan, coordinate and review the ECU Application team s activities by using the relevant Engineering processes and procedures to ensure that the specific technical objectives in respect of product function, cost, quality, validation and delivery within the overall project timescales are achieved
Manage design releases and changes including metrics and reporting
Provide cohesive technical leadership for the project through design reviews, against specified objectives and deliverables, towards achieving the necessary approvals
Coordinate requirements, procurement and delivery of prototype samples including price quotation and cost recovery.
Own all technical issues resolution and related metrics, reporting and escalation
Plan, monitor and report on project expenditure for headcount, materials and purchased services to ensure that spends are kept within budget with escalation to program and engineering management level when needed.
What we are looking for

Essential:
Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline
Relevant project management experience
Good communication and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to work proactively
Rigorous and positive approach
Overseas ability to support customers globally when required

Desirable:
Knowledge of electronics design, validation techniques and requirements
An understanding of electronics components and experience in the processes, assembly techniques and testing involved in the volume manufacture of automotive electronics
Six Sigma certified
Ability in a foreign language, such as Mandarin, French, Italian or German

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.

Software Engineer (Steering Systems ) - Cirencester - £0 per hour + Market Rate (KYU-102936)

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Software Engineer (Steering Systems )
Cirencester, Gloucestershire, England
£0 per hour + Market Rate

Our client is a major supplier of advanced electronic controls, wiring and body electrical systems to the automotive industry. We are seeking to appoint a Software Engineer (Steering Systems) on a 6-month contract based in Cirencester.
As Software Engineer (Steering Systems), you will make a major contribution to the development of high quality, robust software solutions using state of the art techniques to meet the stringent safety and performance demands of this rapidly expanding market.

As part of this team, you will develop your expertise in:
* Control software development: Real time control of vehicle steering controls
* Software Architecture development: Design and development software architecture and components in an Autosar environment
* System Application: Tailoring software components to meet the needs of a global customer base and to ensure that legal, customer and performance and safety standards are achieved
* Safety Systems: Design and implementation of software to meet all relevant safety standards, including ISO26262
* Customer management: To ensure that the development process runs smoothly, regular direct contact with the customer is essential, from defining system requirements to final performance sign-off
Applicants are required to have the following experience:
Essential -
* Degree or equivalent qualification in an engineering discipline
* Proven experience as a software design engineer
* Real-time, embedded C skills with hands-on debugging experience
* Good practical knowledge of embedded software development methods and tools
* Understanding of the software development process for real-time, low cost, high volume systems

Desirable -
* Automotive embedded software experience
* UML Design experience
* TargetLink experience
* Experience of Autosar architectures
* An appreciation of digital electronic hardware

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.

Whole Vehicle Package Engineer - West Midlands - £0 per hour + Competitive salary + benefits (KYU-100778)

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Whole Vehicle Package Engineer
West Midlands, England
£0 per hour + Competitive salary + benefits

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.
*Working within a project team
*Provide single point of contact for vehicle package work
*Set up of concept seating package layout based on target data from benchmarking activities to high level ergonomic requirements
*Ensure robust interface between Occupant and mechanical package activities
*Expert ergonomics support and analysis
*Development of styling restriction model based on target dimensions
*Creation of zones illustrating package legal requirements
*Work with component design areas
*Development of proposals for part design changes, enhancements
*Minimum of 5 years experience working in Occupant package or a closely related function
*Working and leading cross functional teams
*Understands differing custom and legislative requirements between markets
*Sound understanding of hands on experience in the development production of package layouts
*Sound understanding of ergonomics in vehicle design and awareness of human machine interface requirements including development tools
*Develop target processes and methods
*Working with styling functions to deliver package concepts
*Proficient in Catia V5 and Vismockup
*Proficient in Microsoft word, excel and PowerPoint
*Preferred experience in the use of teamcenter
*Preferred experience working with GPDS and Virtual series process
*Experience in the production of occupant package properties

*Degree qualified or similar qualification
*Strong numeracy and literacy
*Minimum of 5 years automotive experience
*Capable of leading project with minimum supervision
*Demonstrates depth of knowledge in a relevant technical speciality

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 Product Engineer BIW Closures - West Midlands - £0 per hour + Contract Rates apply (KYU-100895)

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Principal Product Engineer BIW Closures
West Midlands, England
£0 per hour + Contract Rates apply

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.
*Lead the development of B/W closures of a new vehicle variant from clay model feasibility to concept release. Including concept layout for bonnet, side doors and tailgate, material selection, packaging and exterior surface development, DFMEA, DVP.
*Manage cross functional design reviews to solve critical project issues
*Generate internal project timing and resource plans
*Interface with customer
*Degree qualified or similar qualification minimum
*Strong numeracy and literacy skills
*Manage team of engineers
*Minimum of 10 years automotive experience essential
*Understand roles and needs of different client groups
*Ensure procedures and quality standards are clearly communicated and implemented
*Capable of defining, developing and managing a project autonomously
*Like to be chartered engineer

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.

Catia V5 Design Engineer (BIW Closures CAD) - Coventry - £0 per hour + Contract Rates apply (KYU-101022)

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Catia V5 Design Engineer (BIW Closures CAD)
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£0 per hour + Contract Rates apply

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 Principal Engineer (BIW Closures CAD) on a 6-month contract based in Coventry with some travel to Europe and possibly India.
As Principal Engineer (BIW Closures CAD) you will:
* Be responsible for feasibility and detail layout design (3D modelling) engineering of Closures BIW components.
* Maintain master section book
* Develop concepts to solve issues prior to engineering release.
* Perform DMU checks using Catia.
* Carry out all design work on Catia V5, release 19.
Applicants must be:
* Degree qualified or have a similar qualification.
* Strong numeracy and literacy skills
* Have experience of the automotive industry.
* Capable of leading a project element with support from more senior staff when necessary.
* Effective team member, contributing to improvements and high customer services.
* Demonstrate depth of knowledge in a relevant technical speciality.
* Chartered or working toward chartered status.

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.