Group Chief Engineer - Vehicle Integration - West Midlands (RGR-104985)

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Group Chief Engineer - Vehicle Integration
West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for Electric Vehicle (EV) development. It has plans to expand it operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This growth has created an opportunity for a Lead, Principal or Chief Engineer to make the next step up in their career to Group Chief Engineer of Vehicle Integration. This role based in Coventry commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Leicester, Gaydon, Milton Keynes, Leamington, Northampton, may also interest candidates in the Crewe area.

Reporting into the CEO, this is a senior technical management role leading large teams covering several core group functions. Being one of the largest departments in the organisation in terms of permanent staff headcount it comprises of the following functions:

• Vehicle Refinement
• Aero-Thermal
• Safety, Integrity and Structural CAE
• Legal and Compliance
• Chassis
• There will be the need to travel on a regular basis overseas.
• A full job description is available on request.
  
  Degree qualified candidates with substantial experience of leading teams of engineers in any one or more of the above disciplines and seeking a new challenge are encouraged to apply.

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 Vehicle Exteriors Designer - West Midlands (RGR-104696)

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Principal Vehicle Exteriors Designer
West Midlands, England

A long established Indian passenger car and commercial vehicle manufacturer with ambitious plans to increase its penetration into European and ROW markets. Now embarked on the design of new vehicles at its Coventry Design Studio and offering an opportunity for an energetic and talented Principal Design Engineer to join the team for an initial 12 month contract.

In this role you will be working on new vehicle Exterior concept designs leading a small team of designers. Utilising ICEM, ALIAS, RHINOS or similar you will also need to have excellent 2D digital presentation skills. Highly creative and with a good eye for detail you will be guiding physical and 3D teams in the development of your projects, developing the Exteriors of the future. You will be presenting future design concepts to Senior Management using state of the art presentation techniques. You`ll be guiding the digital modelling team in the development of your design project in Clay and Hard models and working with the CAD based surface development team in the refinement of design themes. Leading show car development including model build and assembly you will be working cross functionally with Engineering and Programme Control groups to ensure approved design themes are maintained throughout the engineering development phases. There will also be the requirement to travel extensively to India and other overseas destinations.

Candidates will need to be Degree qualified in product, industrial or automotive design and have a proven track record, having worked for at least 5 years in Design Studio environments. Must be bright, enthusiastic, creative, self motivated with the ability to overcome cultural barriers and inspire a team.

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

Battery Technology Engineer - - Coventry (RGR-104649)

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Battery Technology Engineer -
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for Electric Vehicle (EV) development. It has plans to expand it operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This has created an opportunity for a Battery Technology Test Engineer to join the team. This role based in Coventry commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Leicester, Gaydon, Milton Keynes, Leamington, Northampton.

A new battery development laboratory is being established at the Technical Centre. Part of the job will be to support bench work and conducting data analysis on the results of ageing, degradation, performance and thermal testing. Write reports detailing conclusions and recommendations. Another aspect of the role will be to assist in the development of a battery technology road map, contributing from a early stage offering the opportunity to influence the future direct of this technology. The job also offers the opportunity to work on collaborative projects with other enterprise, academic or research institutions, so any experience of making applications for grant aid from Government would be a particular advantage. This is a primarily Coventry based job with occasional overseas travel.

Candidates will need to have a first degree in Chemistry, Physics, Physical Sciences. A MSc or PhD would be preferred. One to 2 years industry experience would be ideal but recent graduates will also be considered. Must have some exposure to test or experimentation in Li-ion batteries or similar electro-chemical field with a good background in data analysis, development of theories and application of test data in new programmes.

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 Systems Engineer Hybrid & Electric Vehicles - Coventry (RGR-104726)

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Lead Systems Engineer Hybrid & Electric Vehicles
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Here is a great chance for an ambitious Systems Engineer to join Europe s largest independent supplier of lithium-ion battery systems. The development of Electric and Hybrid Vehicles has created a tremendous demand for its products and expertise from UK and mainland Europe Car manufacturers. Based in Coventry, commutable from Birmingham, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Leamington Spa.

This role will appeal to an Engineer who is hands-on, practical and with a proven background within Systems Engineering with experience in requirements capture in the delivery of hybrid vehicle systems or electromagnetic products for automotive customers. The main tasks will include the delivery of lithium-ion battery technologies into electric and hybrid vehicles for OEMs.

The role has responsibility for the commissioning of complex electrical systems. Developing commissioning test documents and ensuring vehicles and rigs are delivered according to project timing. Support with fault finding electrical issues on fleet vehicles. Liaising with OEM customer Hybrid Controls Team to determine systems requirements. Producing systems architecture and functional specifications. Identifying performance targets. Liaising with OEM Electrical Distribution Systems Team in developing harness requirements. Liaising with OEM Hybrid Controls Team to determine controls interfaces and developing signal database files to support. Some travel in the UK and Mainland Europe will be necessary.

In terms of the person specification, personality attributes are very important. Clear thinking, inclusive and cohesive work style. Creative problem solver, customer focused and forward thinking. Technically, must have knowledge of engineering tools and systems engineering methodology. Capable of reading and administering CAN database files (Vector DBC format). Degree qualified with experience in vehicle integration with a knowledge of diagnostics standards and Software Down Load concept. Experience in developing electrical test plans to support commissioning of prototype vehicles and rigs, experience in fault finding electrical issues in an automotive 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 Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Advanced Engineering - Senior Engineer - West Midlands - £20k - 35k per year + Dependent upon experience and qualifications (RGR-104756)

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Advanced Engineering - Senior Engineer
West Midlands, England
£20k - 35k per year + Dependent upon experience and qualifications

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for Electric Vehicle (EV) development. It has plans to expand it operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This growth has created an opportunity for an Engineer to join its Advanced Engineering Group, probably taking on more responsibility at an early stage in their career. Based in Coventry, this location is commutable from Birmingham, Leicester, Leamington, Milton Keynes, Northampton.

In this role you will have the opportunity to work as a design / development Engineer on cutting edge hybrid and EV technologies including fuel cells and regenerative braking. You will develop technologies to the point of implementation readiness and then support commercial introduction. This will involve design studies, supporting test work, data acquisition and analysis. Good project planning and management skills will be needed together with the ability to research and understand any legislative issues. You will also be working with tier 1 suppliers for part supply and test services.

The role will be attractive to hands-on, practical Engineers, early in their career who are seeking more responsibility and technical challenge. Ideally Masters Degree qualified, candidates with a minimum of a 2.1 Honours Degree will also be considered. A background in Mechatronics, Automotive Engineering, Electrical / Electronics or Physics will be most suited to this role. Proficiency in a CAD package such as Catia will be necessary. Candidates must be bright, energetic, enthusiastic, quick learners and keen to take on new challenges. Must be able to work in the UK without sponsorship.

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.

Driveline NVH Engineer - Acoustics - Crewe (RGR-104476)

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Driveline NVH Engineer - Acoustics
Crewe, Cheshire, England

This is a great opportunity to work for a major manufacturer of prestigious vehicles committed to engineering excellence with strong investment backing from a major global automotive group. We are looking to recruit an NVH specialist from an automotive background with a thorough understanding of parts design, to influence and support our future cars and the product development process. Demonstrating real passion and enthusiasm for NVH and our cars, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and delivering their area of specialism. Graduates with a relevant final year NVH / Acoustics project and 1 to 2 years industry experience will also be considered.

• Responsible for Driveline NVH attribute development to deliver project whole vehicle acoustic attribute performance (Transmission, driveshafts, axles and their mountings)
• Provide NVH knowledge and direction in the design and development of component, system and whole vehicle acoustic specifications to ensure achievement of product acoustic targets
• Provide objective measurement/analysis and subjective assessment of whole vehicle performance
• Provide technical leadership in acoustic concern investigation and resolution
• Generation and implementation of development plans to deliver project requirements
• Definition of whole vehicle acoustic attribute performance targets derived from subjective assessment and objective measurement
• Concept guidance at design and package reviews
• Defining, planning, organising, monitoring and managing own work to meet project objectives for approval by Senior Engineer / Functional Manager
• Leadership and management of acoustic testing (internal and external) to deliver project and technical development requirements
• Measurement and analysis of noise and vibration data to identify root cause
  Candidate requirements
• A Degree or equivalent qualification, in a relevant engineering or science discipline is preferred
• Equivalent industry experience will be considered
• Previous Automotive experience is highly preferred.
• Previous experience in noise and vibration test, measurement and analysis techniques especially in driveline area.
• Graduates with a relevant final year project and work experience.
• German language capability would be advantageous to support test requirements at German proving grounds

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.

Transmissions Design Chief Engineer - Nottingham (RGR-104597)

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Transmissions Design Chief Engineer
Nottingham or Warwick

A world class Powertrain Development Centre has been established and continues to be developed in a very attractive location in the East Midlands. Dedicated to powertrain design and development for the next generation of vehicles, the UK RandD centre is a vital part of the Company`s future strategy to become the world`s leading automotive company. This role can be based at either Nottingham or Warwick. Commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Leamington, Milton Keynes, Oxford,

A recent promotion has resulted in an opportunity for an ambitious Transmission Design Principal Engineer to take the next step up in his / her career. This job will also appeal to a current Chief Engineer seeking a new challenge. The main activities of the job will be:

• Lead and manage the design team
• Manage and review general transmission layout design and DMU testing
• Design and analysis of components
• Conduct evaluation on existing designs
• Provide technical support and advice on Transmission design projects
• Supplier management and assessment
• Lead DFMEA
• Apply new Transmission and component technologies, techniques and advanced materials
• Provide in-house training and mentoring to less experienced engineers
• Responsible for team building and career development
• Recruitment and appraising of staff
• Problem resolution of 4WD, AT Hydraulic systems and AT control strategy development and calibration related issues
  Candidate core requirements:
• Degree or similar qualification and a minimum of 10 years Transmission design experience
• Team leadership experience, good communicator and excellent interpersonal skills
• Detailed knowledge of Transmission design, development, validation and test processes.
• Ability to motivate, influence and lead teams of engineers
• Experience of Transmission specific design / analysis software packages

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 Package Principal Engineer - West Midlands (RGR-103729)

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Mechanical Package Principal Engineer
West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for vehicle and powertrain development. It has plans to expand its operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This growth has created an opportunity for a Mechanical Package specialist to join the Vehicle Package and Concepts team. This role is based in Coventry and there may be some occasional overseas travel required. Location commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Leicester, Gaydon, Milton Keynes, Northampton, may also interest candidates in the Crewe area.
This is a Principal Engineer graded management role, the main activities and tasks will include:

• Identification of under-bonnet and under-body mechanical package issues through physical vehicle and DMU review
• Development of initial proposals for part design changes, clipping enhancements, protection requirements to resolve issues identified
• Co-ordination and leadership of cross-functional teams to confirm optimal solutions for issues
• Production of CAD layouts showing proposed changes and successful integration into vehicle DMU
• Support the build of physical demonstrator vehicle based on existing cars to demonstrate proposed changes
• Specification and initiation of appropriate test and verification methods to achieve robust engineering sign off of changes
• Tracking of issues from identification through to implementation of solution and engineering sign off
• Reporting of issues status as required, including management reviews
  Candidate requirements and essential experience:
• Degree, HND or HNC qualified with a minimum of 5 years experience of under-bonnet package design
• A good awareness of key design factors in the development of robust flexible component routings
• Have an understanding of the development and usage of dynamic engine roll models
• A firm understanding of mechanical package integrity assurance; modelling, test, engineering sign off and product launch
• A firm understanding of design for serviceability and manufacture
• Proficiency in the use of Catia V5 or Pro-E
• working in and leading cross functional teams
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Vismockup or similar DMU package
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• Experience in the use of Teamcentre would be useful

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.

Dimensional Management Principal Engineer - West Midlands (RGR-103727)

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Dimensional Management Principal Engineer
West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for vehicle and powertrain development. It has plans to expand it operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This growth has created an opportunity for a Dimensional Management Principal Engineer to support its Craftsmanship function. This role based in Coventry also offers the opportunity to spend time working with colleagues at the parent company based in India. Location commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Leicester, Gaydon, Milton Keynes, Northampton, may interest candidates from Oxford, Crewe areas.
Main tasks and activities will include the following:

• Carry out 3D tolerance analysis utilising Vis VSA
• Develop coordinated PLP, GDandT and process direction toward meeting the dimensional targets and functional objectives.
• Introduce best practice DM activities into new vehicle programmes
• Lead dimensional improvements on vehicle geometry through part, tooling or design actions in responsible systems
• Assure all PLP`s are coordinated between supplier, assembly equipment and gauging
• Establish measurement plans
• Maintain matrix of all dimensional issues in respective area and drive root cause and problem
• Perform data management, root cause analysis and comprehensive reporting
• Provide technical support for delivering and commissioning of checking fixtures (single parts and combined fixturing)
• Assist stamping and supplier engineering activities with Part buyoff and prioritization matrices for part improvements and final buyoff all subsystem parts on gauges through, Part Qualification and Blue Buck evaluations.
• Depending upon project demands, it may be necessary to spend up to one week in four in India.
  Candidate requirements:
• Ideally Degree qualified, will consider HND, HNC
• Vis VSA trained and proficient in GDandT
• Catia v5 CAD skills
• Comprehensive knowledge of statistics and SPC techniques
• Experience of BIW tooling and assembly
• Minimum of 3 years Automotive industry experience
• Must be willing to travel to travel to launch locations and review new model progress, providing leadership for team members where necessary
• Good knowledge of general engineering fundamentals
• Be familiar with the vehicle product development process, supplier quality management, manufacturing process and the Pilot process in a production environment
• Experience with sheet metal stamping / assembly quality, inspection and processing
• Familiar with appropriate metrology equipment for root cause diagnostics (Scanning, CMM, Leica, Perception, Blue Buck, component gauges)
• Dimensional control, manufacturing process engineering, plant quality control, body engineering, body shop production and sheet metal product launch
• Knowledge of gauges and inspection techniques
• Experience solving dimensional issues, wind noise, water leak, squeak and rattle

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.

Power Engineer - Staffordshire (PKT-105136)

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Power Engineer
Staffordshire, England

An operating division who design, manufacture and supply of electronic/electrical products and sub systems in power, defence, rail and aerospace markets.

This role is based in Staffordshire, close to the M6 / M42 and is commutable from Stafford, Burton Upon Trent, Lichfield, Tamworth and Walsall.
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will join a dedicated group of engineers that is challenged with the task of delivering robust and cost effective power electronic solutions to a range of niche applications such as submarine power systems, high integrity power supplies, naval propulsion and specialist industrial drive systems.

Applications are sought at Engineer, Senior Engineer and Principal Engineer level. Depending upon the skills and experience of the candidate will depend upon the level of appointment.

Typically, you will be responsible for a wide range of engineering activities covering all stages of the engineering lifecycle; from concept through to verification and validation of production systems. You will work within a multi-disciplinary team to develop power electronic solutions that successfully meet with the overall objectives of the project.
Degree qualified or higher in electrical engineering or equivalent, you will have skills and experience in the field of power electronics. You will have a broad understanding of power systems, power converter design and application and an understanding of processes and techniques applicable to high integrity design. You will have a detailed understanding of digital control of asynchronous and permanent magnet machines as well as experience using simulation tools such as MATLAB and Simulink.

You will have a proven track record of product design and verification in a relevant environment with a broad knowledge of other areas of engineering (e.g. systems, mechanical, motors, etc). You will have a good knowledge of best practice design lifecycle process; gated design phases, design reviews, etc.

You will be good in front of customers; willing and able to make presentations.

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 - Staffordshire (PKT-105140)

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Software Engineer
Staffordshire, England

An operating division who design, manufacture and supply of electronic/electrical products and sub systems in power, defence, rail and aerospace markets.

This role is based in Staffordshire, close to the M6 / M42 and is commutable from Stafford, Burton Upon Trent, Lichfield, Tamworth and Walsall.
An opportunity has arisen for a Software Engineer to join the Underwater Measurement Systems division within the Software team. Reporting to the Software Team Leader, the successful candidate will carry out a vital role within a dedicated team developing real time and analysis software for Underwater Measurement ranges and vessel degaussing systems. The candidate will work closely with other project members developing solutions to successfully meet project objectives. The successful candidate will work on a range of software engineering activities from bid to delivery in the following areas.
Data acquisition systems and control systems for naval applications
Underwater Signature Analysis (electromagnetic and acoustic) and Acoustic signal processing
You will be educated to a minimum of degree level in computer science, engineering or a numerate scientific discipline with relevant software engineering experience. You will have programming skills and experience in C or C++ as well as a familiarity with programming in one or more of the following environments: Windows, Linux or QNX 6 Neutrino. You will have experience of Software/Hardware integration and be experienced in producing software in accordance with ISO9001.

You will have experience in two or more of the following areas: data acquisition, real time programming, sensor interfacing, LAN Networking / TCP/IP and hardware interfacing

With good written English and software specification writing skills, you will ideally have experience in Visual Studio and MFC with some experience of either UML (or a similar design methodology), or signature processing, or Simulink or modern control theory.

Ideally, you will have presentation and training skills and be confident in a customer facing 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 Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Robot Programmer - Welding - Wednesbury - £35 - 39 per hour (KH-105127)

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Robot Programmer - Welding
Wednesbury, West Midlands, England
£35 - 39 per hour

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

They currently have an ongoing contract requirement for a specialist Robotic Programmer with experience of welding is required to improve the stability of an existing station as well as bring a new station on line.

The stations are ABB controlled MIGs (butt and fillet). You will programme for non-collision, clamping pressures, weld times, head movements, weld rod feed etc.

Note you will work in conjunction with the Welding Institute to improve the integrity of welds, but your expertise will be on the process control and programming.


Role Requirements:

- Experience of robotic control/programming for welding applications is essential (ideally ABB but will cross train)

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.

Programme Controller - Wigan (PKT-105159)

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Programme Controller
Wigan, Greater Manchester, England

This client is researching and developing a revolutionary new patented product for the automotive industry. Having grown rapidly since its formation, they have invested $20 Million in their premises in the UK giving them both a new open plan office space equipment with the latest computer technology and a workshop area containing sophisticated test equipment to facilitate product development.

This role is based in Lancashire, close to the M6, M65, M61and is commutable from Chorley, Wigan, Preston, Blackburn and Southport.
You will be responsible for:
Planning, accounting and finance, communication, internal project reporting and administration and resource management
Support to the leadership team, both individually and collectively, in terms of summary reports to assist in focusing and prioritizing decision making
Control role in terms of finance and human and material resource management (not in terms of engineering lead management and ultimate project delivery responsibility)
Revenue and contractual assurance responsibilities in terms of key contracts and licence agreements
The role will report across the business and will have a cross-functional reporting requirement into Finance and Commercial as well as members of the Engineering Leadership Team
Direct reporting will be to the Finance and Commercial Director
Automotive background
Degree in Business Finance or Engineering with good proven experience of working in an engineering environment
Working knowledge of MS Project software required
Strong working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Contract negotiation experience
Experience of ERP based project system
Proven experience of the ability to conduct project reviews and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements

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.

ESP Engineer - Nottingham - £25k - 30k per year + 25K to 30K + Pension + 25 days Holiday + Benefits (GCK-105176)

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ESP Engineer
Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, England
£25k - 30k per year + 25K to 30K + Pension + 25 days Holiday + Benefits

My client offers more than 30,000 high-quality products marketed under a variety of market-leading brand names.



Designed to help passively conduct electricity, my clients products are found everywhere electricity is used - inside commercial and industrial buildings, in homes and schools, inside complex machinery and original equipment, in the power generating plant and distribution network, outside your home and underground.
My client is looking for a electrical specialist who has experience in product research, design and develop new ESP technology.


Part of the role will encompass Project Coordinator and engineering duties..
Main duties include:

Product design and development

Test and demonstration of design projects and components

General project engineering activities that may include project reporting, project timing plans, project coordination and communication

Involvement and communicating standards activities (Reporting and acting role)

Involved with ATEX product applications (Reporting and acting role)

Technical support for ESP products including, PCB design/development, coordinating and acting on ESP quality returns.

Technical literature support for Product Manager and Marketing dept

Customer and Supplier support


Experience required:

Electrical/Electronic Engineering Knowledge

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Basic mechanical Engineering knowledge

A knowledge of EMC immunity testing would be an advantage

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

Principal Power Supply and Energy Storage Engineer - Coventry (PKT-104984)

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Principal Power Supply and Energy Storage Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

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

This role is based in the West Midlands, close to the M40 and is commutable from Birmingham, Rugby, Coventry, Warwick and Nuneaton, and has occasional travel.
You will provide technical support for power supply and energy storage across all projects. You will provide battery lead expertise for the hybrid / electric vehicle project. You will define technical requirements for all aspects of power supply and energy storage.

You will liaise with production suppliers for production design and implementation of new hardware, including acting as interface between production suppliers and engineering consultancies.

We are seeking an individual with strong technical capability and knowledge in electrical or electro-mechanical engineering to work on the development and delivery of the high voltage traction battery.

Degree qualified or similar qualification, with a technical knowledge and expertise in electrical and / or electro-mechanical design and development. Knowledge of the automotive industry is ideal, 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.

EDS E3D Packaging Engineer - Coventry - £25k - 40k per year + Attractive salary and benefits (PKT-104986)

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EDS E3D Packaging Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£25k - 40k per year + Attractive salary and 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.

This role is based in the West Midlands, close to the M40 and is commutable from Birmingham, Rugby, Coventry, Warwick and Nuneaton, and has occasional travel.

You will lead electrical packaging activities, primarily Wire Harness (E3D) and ensure adherence to technical requirements for all aspects of electrical packaging on assigned project.

You will support the development of company EDS standards and procedures as well as the management and training of electrical packaging staff in India as required.
Degree qualified or similar with minimum 2-3 years experience on Catia V5. Ideally with E3D experience.

This role will require you to spend 1 week in 4 in India. This could eventually move to 1 week in 6.

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

Body Electronics Component Engineer - Coventry (PKT-105010)

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Body Electronics Component Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

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

This role is based in the West Midlands, close to the M40 and is commutable from Birmingham, Rugby, Coventry, Warwick and Nuneaton, and has occasional travel.
You will act as technical lead for body electronics / infotainment and for system architecture designs. You will have the ability to manage requirements and to use StateFlow to implement design from those requirements.

You will be able to specify component functionality and to write RFQs, plus ability to review RFQ submissions and make proposals for component selection against technical and commercial criteria.
Degree qualified in Electronics Engineering with good communication skills, ability to manage suppliers and strong organisation skills.

Ideally, you will have an electronics design or development background with an ability to undertake some 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.

Senior Engineer - Systems - Coventry (PKT-103741)

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Senior Engineer - Systems
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Our client is a leading independent provider of product engineering, research, testing information and certification to the worldwide automotive industry.
This role is based in Warwickshire, close to the M69 and is commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Hinckley, and Leicester.
Your responsibilities will be to:
Provide technical and engineering know how, to successfully deliver projects on behalf of dept 126.
Contribute to new project proposals
Provide technical support to other team members
Support project review meeting with customers
Complete timesheets
Ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget
You will have a technical background (biased towards electrical and electronics engineering) and has experience working in in the Automotive / Aerospace / Rail / Defence industry for at least 3 years.
The person should be well organised with good communications skills.
Experience of delivering complex electrical / electronic projects.
Experience in writing technical specifications at a component and system level.
Experience in Automotive Electrical product or system design
Experience in Automotive Electrical testing.
Experience in writing and presenting test reports
Proficient in the use of Microsoft office applications. i.e they must be able to create and maintain records in Microsoft Excel and proficient in producing tracking charts and presenting data in PowerPoint presentations

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/Production Engineer - CNC Machining Centres - Wednesbury - + relocation (KH-104954)

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Manufacturing/Production Engineer - CNC Machining Centres
Wednesbury, West Midlands, England
+ relocation

A successful and expanding automotive tier 1 supplier of chassis systems based North Birmingham is growing its technical capability and winning major new business.

They are now seeking to recruit an additional permanent (or will consider contract) Production/ Manufacturing Engineers that has extensive experience in 5 axis and 4 axis machining centres. A technical specialist is required for this role.

You will be responsible for

- maximising efficiency of current 4 and 5 axis machining centres
- specifying new machining centres and commissioning such
- defining process flows and cycles, tooling, fixtures, visual aids, process FMEA.
- programming Siemens controls (training will be given)

You will already have experience in a similar role within the automotive industry or perhaps be a specialist for a machine tool company, and be interested in joining a large blue chip organisation.

Role Requirements

* Excellent metal cutting expertise on CNC machining centres
* Good cutting tool expertise
* Good Fixturing and Clamping experience
* programming experience and able to cross train on Siemens controls systems
* Good gauging experience
* Has worked on PFMEAs
* Has produced process documentation
* Prepared to be Hands On (Not a desk engineer)

Desirable Attributes:

* Some assembly experience
* Good communication/project experience
* Ability to also lead small projects and/or work unsupervised to a
standard project management process

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 Manager / PMST L550 - Banbury - £28 - 35 per hour (KH-105171)

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Project Manager / PMST L550
Banbury, Oxfordshire, England
£28 - 35 per hour

A successful and expanding automotive consultancy and tier 1 supplier of chassis systems is seeking a supplier oriented PMST / Project Manager to manage the release, timing and delivery of chassis components. This is an ongoing contract

An experienced Project Manager from an automotive or allied sector is required to project manage chosen sub-suppliers with the technical and commercial delivery of their parts withing the framework of the whole chassis system.

Please note, due to the nature of the project, existing JLR workers cannot be considered


Role Requirements:

- Good Engineering expertise either through education or experience ideally but not necessarily within automotive chassis sectors (braking, suspensions, steering, knuckles)
- Experience of working with suppliers to achieve design and development technical and commercial milestones
- Be able to compile timing plans, complete status reports
- An ideal candidate would be a PMST Leader with previous JLR 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 Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Component Engineer / Project Manager / PMST L405 - Banbury - £28 - 35 per hour + d.o.e (KH-105173)

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Component Engineer / Project Manager / PMST L405
Banbury, Oxfordshire, England
£28 - 35 per hour + d.o.e

A successful and expanding automotive consultancy and tier 1 supplier of chassis systems is seeking a component oriented PMST/Project Manager to manage the release, timing and delivery of chassis components. This is an ongoing contract.

An experienced Project Manager / Component Engineer from an automotive or allied sector is required to project manage the technical and commercial delivery of chassis components within the framework of the whole chassis system.

Please note, due to the nature of the project, unfortunately existing JLR workers cannot be considered.


Role Requirements:

- Good Engineering expertise either through education or experience ideally but not necessarily within automotive chassis sectors (braking, suspensions, steering, knuckles).
- Experience of working on component release within an OEM to achieve design and development technical and commercial milestones.
- Be able to compile timing plans, complete status reports
- An ideal candidate would be a Component Engineer with previous JLR systems 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 Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Assistant Project Manager - Coventry - £19.60 - 19.60 per hour (JWT-103486)

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Assistant Project Manager
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£19.60 - 19.60 per hour

An Assistant Project Manager is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
Assistant Project Manager

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Proven record in all aspects of project management of facility installation / new build / move management projects including programme and budget management and control.

Skills Preferred:
Relevant H&S and CDM awareness.

Details
Experience Required:
At least 5 years experience in facility installations and new build and move management projects.

Experience Preferred:
Good proficiency using Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project and AutoCAD.

Education Required:
Degree

Education Preferred:
Professional qualification

Additional Information:
Multiple locations

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.

Material Handling and Packaging Engineer - Basildon - £23.30 - 23.30 per hour (JWT-98701)

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Material Handling and Packaging Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£23.30 - 23.30 per hour

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

Description
Material Handling and Packaging Engineer.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Manufacturing/Production Engineering skill set with ability to plan and implement material flow solutions in an automotive assembly plant. Ability to work effectively as part of a team, and as an individual. A solid level of computer literacy/I.T skills are a must. Ability to travel to support new model launches wherever and whenever required.

Skills Preferred:
Excel, Access, Auto CAD plus normal Windows usage preferred. Another European language is beneficial but not necessary.

Details
Experience Required:
Ideally some background in large manufacturing company. Flexibility to travel around European plants to support launches as required.

Education Required:
Degree or degree equivalent (HNC/HND etc).

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.

STA Commodity Engineer - 21849 - £31.76/hr Ltd Co. - Warwick - £31.76/hr Ltd Co. rate (JCO-105146)

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STA Commodity Engineer - 21849 - £31.76/hr Ltd Co.
Warwick, Warwickshire, England
£31.76/hr Ltd Co. rate

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

We are recruiting for a Supplier Technical Assistance Commodity Engineer on a 6-month contract based in Warwickshire.

As Supplier Technical Assistance Commodity Engineer, you will have Advanced Product Quality Planning and have strong problem solving (Six sigma) skills.

Applicants must be a professional Engineer with proven capability of delivery of development of new model launch and be highly motivated `self starter`.

Applicants must be educated to Degree level preferably and have a full valid driving licence for full mobility to travel both in UK and Europe.

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

Quality Manager - Chichester (KYU-105158)

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Quality Manager
Chichester, West Sussex, England

Our client is a presitigious automotive manufacturer who are recruiting a Quality Manager on a one year fixed term contract to manage, drive and negotiate business solutions, developing and agreeing quality plans with all areas and levels of the business.
You will have responsibility for leading the Quality Engineering function to ensure the quality deliverables and objectives are achieved within the manufacturing area.
The Quality Manager will have ownership of all product and process concerns that are a risk to the product and the business.
Assessing the viability of the individual solutions and impact.
Managing, steering and escalation of customer concerns.
Compliance with legal requirements.
Identify weakness in any plans or processes develop countermeasures.
The ideal candidate will have a sound knowledge and clear technical understanding of vehicle assembly within a TS16949 environment.
You will be a strong, confident team leader, able to motivate through coaching and career experience.
Must be capable of working independently.
Good personal interaction skills.
Excellent IT Skills (Microsoft office) and some specific IT systems.
Minimum of a Degree in Engineering or equivalent qualification plus 3 years automotive experience.
Candidates who possess German language will be at 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.

EMC Test Engineer - West Midlands (KYU-105157)

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EMC Test Engineer
West Midlands, England

The Product Validation Group provides industry leading expertise for the validation of Automotive products and a range of products from the Aerospace industry.The facilities include EMC, Vibration, Climatics and a range of Mechanical and Electronic Prototyping support services. The EMC team has become the Aerospace Centre of Excellence for Product Validation in the UK which, along with the comprehensive Environmental facilities, range of Vibration systems and number of Climatic chambers, provides the total solution to both the client and its external customers for Product Validation.
This position exists within a dedicated team providing EMC validation and design services for a range of electronic products and systems within Tier 1 automotive and aerospace businesses. It will involve working closely with internal and external customers to ensure that products comply with various customer specifications and, where applicable, legal requirements.

What you ll do

Set up and conduct all types of EMC test within the scope of the laboratory
Follow test specifications and plans, and take responsibility for the accurate recording of results
Check and calibrate equipment and test chambers
Supervise and assist customers in operating their equipment in the laboratory
Maintain log books, collate test data and produce technical reports.
What we are looking for

Degree or HNC/HND in electronics or physics, or equivalent experience
Experience in setting up and conducting EMC tests
EMC/RF experience in the context of testing
A good understanding of RF measurement principles and modern test and control instrumentation
Evidence of automotive or aerospace products/systems, preferably from working within one of those industries.
Knowledge/experience of quality systems, preferably UKAS
Evidence of excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively and accurately under pressure
Ability to produce clear and accurate reports
Willingness to work overtime and shift patterns when necessary

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.

Productivity Engineer - Basildon (BST-104585)

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Productivity Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England

Ford Motor Company`s Powertrain Operations require a Productivity Engineer to work within their Manufacturing Engineering Group based in Essex.

The Productivity Engineer responsibilities include:

Estimating cycle times, hourly and salaried labour levels, uptime, capacity, launch cost, working pattern and ramp up effects and all revisions and concerns.

Develop and maintain machining and assembly work standards including the use of MODAPTS.

Carry out ergonomic assessments for all direct labour operations and generate the ergonomic evidence book for each program.

Support and drive simulation modelling and experimentation for all components.

Update and maintain industrial engineering input for Integrator.

Optimise all work stations at both Virtual and Make Like Production stages.

Verify workstandards (using MODAPTS) prior to PSW and final verification during PTR`s and ramp up.

Support machine capabilities on both machining and assembly.

Support PTR runs and log checks on both machining and assembly.

Develop and maintain HPU roadmaps.

As the Productivity Engineer you will hold an engineering related degree with a minimum 2.2 achieved. Candidates will have proven experience within a manufacturing environment.


The Powertrain Operations Manufacturing Engineering Group supports Engine Plants globally and consequently regular travel is an essential part of this position.

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.

Tooling Engineer - Basildon (BST-104583)

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Tooling Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England

Ford Motor Company`s Powertrain Operations require a Tooling Engineer to work within their Manufacturing Engineering Group based in Essex.



The tooling section is an intrinsic part of the
Production Engineering department in PTO ME supporting Engine Plants globally and consequently regular travel is an essential part of this position.

The successful Tooling Engineer will:

The prime focus will be supporting Tooling team activities on the planning,
commissioning and launch of new engine programs

Plan, specify, develop, procure and implement the cutting and abrasive perishable
and durable programme tooling and the associated safe equipment to facilitate tool
management.

Tooling installation, commissioning and production launch at customer plants
worldwide.

Perform tooling program estimates for tool floats and presetting equipment

Introduce robust new tooling technologies into our manufacturing processes.

Implement standardised tooling strategies within Global PTO ME.

Manage resolution of manufacturing feasibility of product designs and manufacturing
processes supported with robust tooling solutions.

Drive continuous improvements in tooling investment efficiency and tooling cost per
unit reduction within engine programs.

Manage the approval of tooling applications to support program delivery schedules
including control plans, tool layouts and tool drawings.

Support simultaneous engineering teams to drive cost reductions and continuous
improvement and flexibility in manufacturing tools and processes.

Conduct ergonomic analysis of tool setting equipment and support productivity and
simulation requirements.


The successful Tooling Engineer will hold either an engineering related degree or have completed a minimum one-third of formal study towards an engineering related degree.

Must be able to demonstrate effective use of ONE Ford behaviours and have a good understanding of metal cutting, tool development, machining processes,
simultaneous engineering and prototype manufacturing techniques is essential.


Candidates must be able and willing to travel in support of the business.

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 Account Manager - Basildon (BST-104836)

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Service Account Manager
Basildon, Essex, England

To undertake day to day management of a number of service and installation contracts within the petroleum retail industry. You will own a number of KPIs and be responsible for driving continuous improvements through a standard tool set and development of the relationships within the client account. You will drive contract profitability and will be incentivised to drive percentage improvements against a JOP. In addition to the account role, you will also be called on as Customer Service Centre support, during holiday and low cover periods at the discretion of the Customer Service Operations Manager. The purpose of this aspect of the role will be to support with engineers and field managers to achieve a minimum 92% SLA and sustain backlog below an agreed company target.
Principle contact for the client and associates relating to multiple service contracts in place
Ensure account backlog remains lower than 2 days call volume and that 20+ day backlog is lower than 35% of overall account backlog
Increase contract profitability through monthly steering meetings and data analysis
Development and presentation of account specific KPIs, followed up by relevant gap analysis, root cause counter measure and solution development
Monitor and analyze customer activity to identify new business
Update senior management with key issues, revenue potential and business expansion opportunities
Run regular performance reviews with clients and senior management
Manage small projects through to completion
Ensure excellent communication is maintained with the target account ensuring coherent strategy is presented from across the whole organization
Minimize need for customer escalations
Review closed contracts jobs for chargeable opportunities
Attendance at daily Gemba walk
Relationships

Customer Service Operations Manager
UK Service Director
Regional managers
Key Account Managers
Field Service Engineers
Customer contract managers

Measures of Performance

Delivery against profitability targets (Monthly DM % and core chargeable revenue)
Service contract KPI set
Minimum SLA targets to be achieved of 92% within regions
WIP progress jobs not to exceed 400 at any one time for the company

Background and Skill
Good A Levels or equivalent qualification.
Computer literate including knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Access and PowerPoint
Some knowledge of petrol forecourt, point of sale and tank gauge equipment would be desirable.
Excellent customer relations skills
Experience in an operational environment dealing with field engineers
Well structured and strategic approach with excellent organisational and time management 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.

International Business Development Administrator - Warwickshire (KSA-105167)

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International Business Development Administrator
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 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.

Key Functions:
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

Essential Qualifications:
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

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 Engineer - West Midlands - circa £35,000 (SR-105151)

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Assembly Engineer
West Midlands
circa £35,000

Our client is a leading automotive first tier supplier with ambitious growth plans. Operating from a number of sites across the UK they manufacture a range of complex pressings, assemblies and stampings to a prestigious portfolio of OEMs in the UK and Europe.



Due to a significant programme of investment to support new business they are now looking to recruit a talented and technically competent Assembly Engineer.
Working as part of the assembly engineering team the post will report to the Assembly Engineering Manager. This team operates within a matrix structure as part of the Group Engineering function, which means at any one time you could be working on a wide variety of projects, with a specific remit for the successful integration of advanced automated assembly equipment. This could range from discreet robotic assembly and welding cells to complete fully automated assembly lines.



As part of this challenging role you will be responsible for preparing detailed equipment specification, RFQ`s and conducting equipment tender evaluation. The role will require an element of travel to both operating sites and equipment suppliers, both in the UK and abroad.



An understanding of process FMEA`s and Lean Manufacturing principles will be required together with an ability to problem solve at both plant and equipment level.
To be considered for this role you must have experience of working within a fast paced assembly environment with significant experience of introducing advanced technology capital equipment projects.



Qualifications for the role will be either apprentice trained and qualified to HNC level, or degree qualified with real hands on experience of successful equipment specification, evaluation, sign off and installation.



This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team at a period of expansion and the chance to work on some very exciting engineering projects.

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

Senior Software Systems Engineer - West Midlands (KYU-105043)

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Senior Software Systems Engineer
West Midlands, England

The Role
You will support this development, striving for customer delight with timely deliveries, novel system functions and high quality software. You will support the generation of software design document to appropriate software quality and safety standards, review software implementation and perform system level testing and issue resolution. As the post covers the interaction between software and hardware a broad understanding of a range of engineering disciplines, such as electronic hardware and control and software development for embedded systems, will be an advantage.
What you ll do

Assist with all aspects of the function development, testing and release for a specific application throughout the product lifecycle both internally and with customers and suppliers. (Overseas travel will be required from time to time)
Translation of customer specifications into software requirements documents for implementation by the software team
Working with the Control Team to develop, simulate, prototype and evaluate new algorithms
Working with the software implementers to ensure that all software deliverables meet requirements and standards
Provide support for system integration and testing, requiring development work on bench rigs and in vehicle
To contribute in the relevant areas of ECU and software safety analysis (e.g. dFMEA, FTA)
What we are looking for

Essential:
Able to work effectively within a team and with a strong positive attitude
2.1 or better degree in Electrical / Electronic Engineering or a related discipline
Understanding of software/systems design and experience of tools/methods
Knowledge of real-time embedded software (C language)

Desirable:
Self motivated and able to work without direct supervision
An understanding of analogue and digital electronic hardware
Matlab and/or Simulink experience, preferably with automatic target code generation
Knowledge of safety-critical applications and/or automotive component development and industrialization
Familiarity with SPICE or equivalent
Understanding of CAN-bus communications and diagnostics over CAN
Six-Sigma Green Belt certified

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 Mechanical Systems Engineer - West Midlands (KYU-105047)

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Principal Mechanical Systems Engineer
West Midlands, England

The Role
We are looking for a Mechanical Systems Engineer to deliver systems for a number of high profile and challenging global applications with European vehicle manufacturers. You will work alongside the Electrical Systems Engineer and lead our design teams in achieving outstanding results. The role is ideally suited to an engineer with a drive to exceed customer expectation and who is willing to take ownership for a significant part of the system by driving the design teams to deliver correct, safe and robust designs to time, to budget and to the highest quality
What you ll do
Capture customer requirements documents, generate system requirements and flow down to sub-system requirements. Review and agree requirements with customer and sub-system design teams as necessary
Lead design teams to ensure timely delivery and effective integration of each sub-system into a complete system that meets system level targets
*Includes coordination of tolerance studies, updates to interface drawings and build pedigrees and management of the BOM
Generate test procedures, review test specifications, results and test activities as required to ensure requirements at all levels are verified
Support and lead issue resolution activities as necessary
Support dFMEA, PFMEA and other necessary analyses both at a system level and ensuring continuity at a sub-system level
Evaluate and approve product change requests from internal and external sources including packaging studies
What we are looking for
Essential:
2.1 or better degree in a relevant engineering discipline
Excellent understanding of mechanical design principles in both 2D and 3D CAD
Rigorous and positive approach to issue resolution
Demonstrated ability to work proactively
Knowledge of a range of engineering disciplines

Desirable:
A working knowledge of electronics
Experience of mechanical design for a high volume product

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 - Chichester (KYU-104939)

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Manufacturing Engineer
Chichester, West Sussex, England

Our client is a presitigious Automotive manufacturer who require two experienced Process Manufacturing Engineers to carry out a complete system audit within a vehicle assembly area for a 12-month fixed term contract.
Responsibilities -As an experienced Process Engineer you will be required to play a first line active role in the process optimisation of existing production lines.
You will utilise lean methodologies and manfucturing process techniques to analysis process flow.
Skills and Experience -Candidates should be educated to degree or HND/HNC level in related engineering disciplines.
Previous experience with working in vehicle assembly is preferential or related engineering field. Applicants must have a strong knowledge of lean tools (Kaizan, 5S, Ishikawa, Kanban etc) and standard process improvement techniques.

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

Quality Systems Auditor (TS16949) - Chichester - £45k per year + Competitive market rate (KYU-104940)

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Quality Systems Auditor (TS16949)
Chichester, West Sussex, England
£45k per year + Competitive market rate

We are recruitng an excting role for a leading pretigious Automotive company based in Chichester.

As Process auditor you will complete an in depth risk analysis of all online assembly processes and provide training on quality and auditing tools and techniques.
Risk Analysis - conduct and record project team list of points for consideration or risk minimisation or removal
Establish consequence of failure and record
Proposed actions for risk removal
Experience:
Experienced auditor qualified to TS16949-2002
Extensive knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes
Knowledge of process FMEA
Able to teach quality tools and SPC
Good communication and presentation skills
Competent PC skills
Qualified to audit to ISO TS16949:2009

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.

Product Engineer - Alfreton - £25k - 32k per year + Benefits (PBU-104766)

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Product Engineer
Alfreton, Derbyshire, England
£25k - 32k 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 Product Engineer. If you feel you meet the criteria below, please apply along with your CV for consideration:

. Lead New Product Introduction Projects coordinating Process Trials and reporting directly to the customer on timescale project requirements.
Ensure accurate costing estimations are provided for the development activities and production operations

• To liaise directly with customers to fully establish project requirements.
• To assist and support the commercial teams with coating and pricing activity for development trial work and final production activity.
• To work on multiple projects at any given time and to work closely with the operations and engineering teams to prioritise engineering projects in line with ever changing business / customer priorities
• To communicate directly with customers regarding project work status and associated action plans.
• Attend production meetings and liaise with Production Management to ensure planning of development trial work is effectively managed.
• To maintain familiarity with customer specification updates and support resolution of any issues that affect qualified processes.
• To accurately review customer drawings and specifications and ensure compliance when creating work instructions.
• Attend Engineering Meetings and provide input regarding status of projects and business critical priorities.
• Liaise with customer to Identify Component Specification Issues and support resolution to ensure workable process is established.
• Support and direct Laboratory regarding engineering process development trials and associated trial results.
• Manage and complete component FAIR / Source Substantiation activities, clearly identifying completion work for qualification of production processes.
• To prepare relevant process control documentation to maintain production activity.
• Effectively communicate with process operatives to ensure route cards and data cards are fully understood and workable.
• To design and procure tooling in aid of production activity or improvement work. Liaise as required with Tooling Vendors.
• To communicate and report to customers problems of a technical nature supporting Customer Services as required.
• Plan and scope project work within set time scales and liaise directly with customers reporting on status and actions.
• Produce technical reports as required during interim phases and at completion of project work.

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

Process Engineer - Alfreton - £25k - 32k per year + Benefits (PBU-104765)

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Process Engineer
Alfreton, Derbyshire, England
£25k - 32k 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 Process Engineer. If you feel you meet the criteria below, please apply along with your CV for consideration:

Direct responsibility for production implementation on new qualification programs. Continually develop opportunity for process and business improvement and implement systems in order ensure processes are capable and robust.
Lead DMAIC projects supporting and including fault finding to resolve technical process problems.
Lead verification work for ensuring original costs are maintained and further improved.

• To liaise directly with Operational Teams leading process improvement activity projects.
• To work on multiple projects at any given time and to work closely with the operations and engineering teams to prioritise engineering projects in line with ever changing business / customer priorities
• Attend production meetings and liaise with Production Management to ensure technical process issues are effectively managed.
• To accurately review customer drawings and specifications and ensure compliance when creating work instructions.
• Attend Engineering Meetings and provide input regarding status of projects and business critical priorities.
• Lead troubleshooting activities associated with existing manufacturing processes.
• Support and direct Laboratory regarding engineering investigation work on process issues.
• Identify process equipment issues and provide improvement proposals and or solutions.
• Ensure equipment maintenance schedules are implemented and adequate for process continuation.
• Lead and deliver manufacturing process continuous improvement projects.
• Effectively communicate with process operatives to ensure route cards and data cards are fully understood and workable.
• To design and procure tooling in aid of production activity or improvement work. Liaise as required with Tooling Vendors.
• To communicate and report to customers problems of a technical nature supporting Customer Services as required.
• Plan and scope project work within set time scales and liaise directly with customers reporting on status and actions.
• Produce technical reports as required during interim phases and at completion of project work.
• To market and represent the company at customer technical meetings and conferences etc.
• Assume all other responsibilities within your capabilities as determined with the Engineering Manager and liaise with other members of the Engineering Team to further the overall performance of the company.

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 - Hinckley - £28k - 40k per year + Benefits (PBU-103166)

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Design Engineer
Hinckley, Leicestershire, England
£28k - 40k per year + Benefits

Due to impressive growth plans, our client is seeking to appoint a number of Design Engineers 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.

Electrical Design Engineer - Banbury - £28k - 50k per year + Benefits (PBU-100551)

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Electrical Design Engineer
Banbury, Oxfordshire, England
£28k - 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 Electrical Design Engineer as such we welcome applicant who meet the criteria below:

In this role you will be required to design and deliver solutions for the electrical and vehicle integration aspects of engineering projects
. You will need to provide expertise in the areas of vehicle electrical systems and vehicle networking, as well as keep abreast of future developments in all areas.

• Design of vehicle electrical systems
• Interfacing to vehicle networks (e.g. CAN)
• Validation of vehicle electrical and diagnostic systems
• Preparation of electrical schematics.
• Design of vehicle harnesses.
• Specification and selection of electrical components including sensors, connectors and actuators.
• Testing and evaluation of electrical components.
• Integration of components and systems onto existing vehicle systems.
• Preparation of BOMs and liaison with component and wiring harness suppliers.
• Commissioning and fault finding of vehicle electrical systems.
• Preparation of FMEAs and design validation documentation.
• Preparation and monitoring of project plans.

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

Engineering Manager - Halifax - £40k - 50k per year + Benefits (PBU-104666)

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Engineering Manager
Halifax, West Yorkshire, England
£40k - 50k 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 Engineering Manager has become available, and as such we welcome applicants who want a fresh challenge, and meet the requirements below:

As an Engineering Manager, you ll be a key member of a dedicated unit engaged in the technical leadership of a range of new product introduction projects

• Ensuring the product complies with the technical specification and is capable of being manufactured.
• Managing the technical interface with the customer.
• Coaching and supporting a team of engineers in delivering the technical objectives.
• Accountability for all technical deliverables of platform engineering and new product introduction.
• Project technical risk management.
• Understanding the cost impact of engineering change to the product.
• Leading the team through the FMEA process.
• Working with the Technical Project Leaders, and feeding back updates to the teams.A practical appreciation of air handling requirements of diesel or gas engines
• A proven track record in a design or project management capacity, specifically in relation to the release of new products
• A background in engineering design, service delivery or a specialist problem solving role, with a focus on providing diesel engine solutions for cars/trucks
• Significant staff management experience including training and development of staff.

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 Engineer - Northamptonshire - £30k - 38k per year + Bonus (PBU-104196)

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Supplier Quality Improvement Engineer - SQI Engineer
Northamptonshire, England
£30k - 38k per year + Bonus

Based at our clients major manufacturing facility and the lead plant for worldwide sales of high horsepower engines, supplying international markets in the electricity generating, mining, marine and locomotive sectors.

Due to growth plans they are now looking for a SQI Engineerand as such we welcome applications who meet the criteria below:

• Will manage the quality interaction with assigned suppliers, including the assessment of a given supplier s quality systems, supplier selection, and traditional quality assurance activities such as corrective action, containment, and process approval.
• Manages the successful re-sourcing of current product or process approval of new product utilizing the tools of APQP.
• Facilitates regular communications between manufacturing plants and suppliers to resolve supplier quality related issues as required.
• Ensures that appropriate actions are in place and corrective action plans are documented from suppliers to address discrepant materials when they occur.
• Measure supplier quality performance according to documented procedures and drive appropriate improvements to meet established targets.
• Provide input to Commodity Teams in the development of overall sourcing strategies.
• Oversees and performs audits of suppliers quality systems and manufacturing processes
• Bachelor s degree in Engineering or related curriculum required.
• Experience in a Quality/Supplier Quality function.
• Experience as a Six Sigma Belt a plus
• Working knowledge with overseas suppliers and subcontractors is a plus.
• Foreign language abilities are a plus
• Product and process knowledge of Machining, Castings, Electronics, Assembly, Stampings and Coatings are a plus.
• Working knowledge and auditing experience to ISO 9001:2000 / TS 16949 quality system standards.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Automotive background preferred, with working knowledge of PPAP, APQP and CP, SPC, GDandT, FMEA and GRandR.

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 - Brighouse - £25 - 35k per year + Overtime + Bonus (PBU-104994)

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Quality Engineer
Brighouse, West Yorkshire, England
£25 - 35k per year + Overtime + 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 Quality Engineerhas become available, and as such we welcome applicants who want a fresh challenge, and meet the requirements below:

• Tracking and leading improvements in Internal Quality Performance for an allocated manufacturing cell.
• Leading and developing quality planning activities for the allocated cell
• Monitoring and managing quality measures and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Driving the completion of Corrective and Preventive actions
• Supporting APQP and PPAP activity.
• Maintaining standards and procedures to TS16949 level. Qualified to Degree/HND or equivalent level in Production, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering or a related subject, you should have previous experience in a Quality/Assembly or Machine Shop environment and be able to demonstrate:
  
  
• Experience of technical tools such as Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) is essential.
• Knowledge of working with or implementing Statistical Process Control (SPC) would be an advantage.
• Demonstable experience of leading Quality and Continuous Improvement (C.I.) projects.
• Working knowledge of FMEAs and Control Plans.
• Technical problem solving skills, including experience of using a structured approach to problem solving

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 Design Engineer - Rugby - £40 - 47k per year + Pen + Bonus (PBU-104973)

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Principal Design Engineer
Rugby, Warwickshire, England
£40 - 47k per year + Pen + Bonus

Based at our clients major manufacturing facility and the lead plant for worldwide sales of high horsepower engines, supplying international markets in the electricity generating, mining, marine and locomotive sectors.

Due to growth plans they are now looking for a Principal Design Engineerr and as such we welcome applications who meet the criteria below:

In this role you are responsible to provide design leadership for Warranty Reduction, Product Tailoring, Product Introduction/Improvement and Cost Reduction

• Responsible for Layout and Design of new systems and components using Pro/Engineer CAD Software through to detail drawings to meet to Cummins` Practices and Procedures and to appropriate design standards within the Product Definition and Data Management environment.
• Supporting Engineering Standard Work practices, Drawing Reviews, Classification of Characteristics, Testing, Production support, Field Test Support and Warranty Reduction.
• Planning and leading projects, design responsibility on cross-functional teams (including Development, Analysis, Quality, Manufacturing, Purchase, Procurement etc.) responsible for design of engine sub-systems and components.
• Leading Design Reviews, FMEAs, analysis of systems, supplier discussions, project planning, preparation of reports, presentation of work and leading of meetings using teleconference and web based conferencing facilities internally and externally.

  Background Experience

• Pro/Engineer 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.

Business Development Manager - Aberdeen - £35 - 42 per year + Pen + Bonus (PBU-104969)

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Business Development Manager
Aberdeen, Aberdeen City, Scotland
£35 - 42 per year + Pen + Bonus

Based at one of our clients distrubition and service centres we are looking to recruit a Business Development Manager and as such we welcome applications who meet the criteria below:

Reporting to the Sales and Marketing (UK and Eire) General Manager. Required to Identify and develop new sustainable business opportunities and develop new and existing aftermarket revenue and profitability through the management of customer relationships in the Onshore and Offshore Oil and Gas industry and its support infrastructure.

• Participate in the business planning forecast process.
• Meet / exceed Sales and Profit targets
• Assist with the development and lead the implementation of initiatives to meet the busijness object
• Provide monthly sales forecasts, activity reporting and market input.
• Maximise sales revenue and profitability of our Aftermarket Parts, Service and Equipment offerings to ensure targets are met on a monthly basis.
• Deliver customer satisfaction through effective running of accounts, communication and developing first class customer relationships.
• Review existing customer base and seek new business for allocated region and proactively seek opportunities to develop business including introducing Customer Support Plans.
• In conjunction with Service Centre Managers, develop account plans to ensure profitable business growth and deliver customer satisfaction including the delivery of planned service profitability and operational efficiency.
• Plan and manage customer visits to maximize efficiency and results.
• Introduce and co-ordinate promotional activities within given territory as required.
• Direct sales experience including the management and development of long-term, repeat-spend customer relationships.
• General business acumen and people management experience
• Strong computer skills including the use of standard office software
• Higher education in engineering discipline
• Diesel engine technical background
• Proven track record in sales and can demonstrate above average sales performance, commercial awareness and negotiation skills preferably within an engineering based industry.
• Communication / People skills.
• Working knowledge of diesel engines and their application into the relevant market place.
• Formal sales training relating to account management
• Full driving license

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

Senior Lab Engineer - Rugby - £30 - 43k per year + Bonus + Pen (PBU-104968)

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Senior Lab Engineer
Rugby, Warwickshire, England
£30 - 43k per year + Bonus + Pen

Based at our clients major manufacturing facility and the lead plant for worldwide sales of high horsepower engines, supplying international markets in the electricity generating, mining, marine and locomotive sectors.

Due to growth plans they are now looking for a Senior Lab Operations Engineer and as such we welcome applications who meet the criteria below:

In this role you are responsible for driving major test cell technology projects in the Lab Operations environment and provide effective support to minimise test cell downtime. Some level of instrumentation and controls support would also be part of the role

• Support new projects and schemes in the test environment
• Provide instrumentation and Controls support when required
• Manage and drive implementation of related technology projects in the test cell environment
• Manage new projects in the lab environment to improve capability, data quality and utilisation
• Develop improved test cell processes and methods that improve data quality
• Network with performance and mechanical development engineering to provide and receive feedback to advance the development cycle
• Write and implement capable processes for the emissions and test cell environments to capture good working practice
• Train others in the use of key test processes
• Drive troubleshooting strategy through the appropriate use of analysis tools Require highly technical background in engine test facility environment
• Experience in managing major test facility projects from concept to implementation
• Well developed experience in implementing measurement instrumentation

 Background experience:

• Experience in working in a test cell environment essential
• Controls experience an advantage
• Experience working with emissions measurement equipment an advantage
• Knowledge of emissions regulations an advantage
• Experience in engine troubleshooting and data quality management
• Previous experience in working with a test cell data acquisition system an advantage

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