Packaging Engineer - Nuneaton - Contract Rates Apply (888507)

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Packaging Engineer
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England
Contract Rates Apply

Our client is a leading independent provider of product engineering, research, testing information and certification to the worldwide automotive industry and is based in Warwickshire.

They are currently seeking to recruit a Packaging Engineer on a 6-14 month contract, responsible for leading and contributing to the timely delivery of exciting new models within the portfolio of new projects.

The Packaging Engineer role is of significant importance in packaging and developing a new vehicle in support of our client's requirements. The packaging exercise is one the key elements in making the whole programme a success.

It will involve looking at an existing Package, components and elements with a clear mandate to develop and where required change the package in order deliver a robust design going forward that will support the vehicles attributes and performance.

The successful candidate will need to work very prescriptively within various processes and protocols of the client company whilst drawing upon and utilising their own design skills in order to make this a success.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

* Highly proficient CAD user with 3D visualisation.
* Experienced in the use of Visual mock up.
* Expertise in Catia V5 and *TCe trained (Team centre) with good visualisation and engineering skills.
* Previous experience in vehicle packaging.
* Good visualisation and engineering skills covering either body or chassis systems, Has a good understanding of the sub system elements and their interactions (such as chassis, BIW and Trim)
* Good communicator whilst being comfortable working with a number of different teams and the client.
* Objective driven with ability to focus on the solutions rather than just the problem
* A working level understanding of Microsoft based systems ( MS office suite etc)
* The ability to work autonomously and within a team
* An understanding of risk management
* Confident in making data driven decisions
* Happy to work in a flexible way to support the delivery of the overall objectives

DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES:

Ideal Knowledge

* Ford or JLR based design processes and protocols
* Working knowledge of OEM and automotive development requirements
* Good standard of education and learning relevant to the role ideally at degree level

Ideal Experience

* Can demonstrate a working knowledge of the concept and packaging process covering a variety of vehicle systems such as brakes, suspension, body, Trim etc
* Experienced in working with other design teams to ensure integration and package requirements are met.
* Worked and operated within an engineering and/or manufacturing environment within either the automotive or aerospace industries
* Experienced in running or contributing to packaging meetings and presenting conflicts and solutions.
* Can demonstrate a flexible approach to the way they work
* Experienced at dealing with engineering conflict whilst remaining delivery focused
* Used to working within a highly productive team
* Used to working with limited supervision

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

Packaging Engineer - Nuneaton - Contract Rates Apply (888507)

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Packaging Engineer
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England
Contract Rates Apply

Our client is a leading independent provider of product engineering, research, testing information and certification to the worldwide automotive industry and is based in Warwickshire.

They are currently seeking to recruit a Packaging Engineer on a 6-14 month contract, responsible for leading and contributing to the timely delivery of exciting new models within the portfolio of new projects.

The Packaging Engineer role is of significant importance in packaging and developing a new vehicle in support of our client's requirements. The packaging exercise is one the key elements in making the whole programme a success.

It will involve looking at an existing Package, components and elements with a clear mandate to develop and where required change the package in order deliver a robust design going forward that will support the vehicles attributes and performance.

The successful candidate will need to work very prescriptively within various processes and protocols of the client company whilst drawing upon and utilising their own design skills in order to make this a success.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

* Highly proficient CAD user with 3D visualisation.
* Experienced in the use of Visual mock up.
* Expertise in Catia V5 and *TCe trained (Team centre) with good visualisation and engineering skills.
* Previous experience in vehicle packaging.
* Good visualisation and engineering skills covering either body or chassis systems, Has a good understanding of the sub system elements and their interactions (such as chassis, BIW and Trim)
* Good communicator whilst being comfortable working with a number of different teams and the client.
* Objective driven with ability to focus on the solutions rather than just the problem
* A working level understanding of Microsoft based systems ( MS office suite etc)
* The ability to work autonomously and within a team
* An understanding of risk management
* Confident in making data driven decisions
* Happy to work in a flexible way to support the delivery of the overall objectives

DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES:

Ideal Knowledge

* Ford or JLR based design processes and protocols
* Working knowledge of OEM and automotive development requirements
* Good standard of education and learning relevant to the role ideally at degree level

Ideal Experience

* Can demonstrate a working knowledge of the concept and packaging process covering a variety of vehicle systems such as brakes, suspension, body, Trim etc
* Experienced in working with other design teams to ensure integration and package requirements are met.
* Worked and operated within an engineering and/or manufacturing environment within either the automotive or aerospace industries
* Experienced in running or contributing to packaging meetings and presenting conflicts and solutions.
* Can demonstrate a flexible approach to the way they work
* Experienced at dealing with engineering conflict whilst remaining delivery focused
* Used to working within a highly productive team
* Used to working with limited supervision

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

Project Manager/Senior Project Manager - Cambridge - Up to £40K (887675)

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Project Manager/Senior Project Manager
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England
Up to £40K

A leading UK Aerospace Company, specialising in design, development, maintenance and modificaction has a new requirement for a permanent Project Manager or Senior Project Managers. These opportunities are based in Cambridge. The role could also be called Programme Manager or Senior Programme Manager. Description: You will be the point of contact for the customer and be responsible for
planning(MS Project), risk, budgeting, finance,accounts and quality. Person: You will likely have a degree though HNC with good experience will certainly be considered. You will have aerospace or defence sector experience as well as a good knowledge ofplanning, risk, earned value methods coupled with a good knowledge of management accounts. Candidates will be fully entitled to work in the UK and be able to gain security clearance.

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/HVAC Project Manager - Gaydon (888304)

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Mechanical/HVAC Project Manager
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England

Project Manager - Mechanical Engineering/HVAC. Work within the Facilities Team to manage a group of multi-skilled Engineers. Provide a service and support other Engineering specialists in the installation and modification of Product Development workshops and Facilities. Undertake desktop studies and site investigations for prospective projects, utilising in-house or external specialists where appropriate to enable the evaluation of alternative economic solutions and support project justification. Manage contractors in strict accordance with OEM control of contractors procedures. Attend programme meetings at all levels, representing the Facilities and Site Services Project Team and present where appropriate.

Skills Required:
Management and delivery of Mechanical/HVAC Projects. Will be required to write Tender Specifications, select suppliers and then oversee the project through to full installation, commissioning and final acceptance.

Skills Preferred:
Working knowledge and experience of AutoCAD and MS Project.

Experience Required:
Working knowledge of buildings and services within.

Experience Preferred:
Good proficiency using Microsoft packages, including MS Project.

Education Required:
Educated to a good standard - preferably degree - in a relevant field or subject.

Additional Information:
Will be required to work at both Gaydon and Whitley.

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

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

Facilities Installation Engineer - Basildon (887816)

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Facilities Installation Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England

Determine optimum methods and facilities for the manufacture of engine components for engine plants worldwide in line with program cost and quality objectives. Support simultaneous engineering teams to drive cost reductions and continuous improvement and flexibility in manufacturing tools and processes. Develop manufacturing processes that ensure all CPEM and FTEP principles are considered and implemented. Implement manufacturing systems that meet or exceed all national/local health and safety and ergonomic rules and regulations. Support installation, commissioning and production launch at customer plants. Manage the development of project facilities to support program delivery schedules. Drive continuous improvements in investment efficiency within engine programs. Determine manufacturing feasibility of product designs supported by detailed tolerance analysis. Support cross-functional teams toward the improvement of equipment reliability and maintainability based on historical data. Provide assistance to customer plants as required to support volume and quality improvement initiatives. Prepare program estimates. Support the implementation and development of FPS concepts in the manufacturing strategies and processes. Support introduction of new technologies into our manufacturing processes. Conduct ergonomic analysis and support productivity and simulation requirements. Keep pace with leading edge technologies. Ensure integration of Lessons Learned in all current and future programmes. Participate in cross functional team orientated problem solving. Basic working knowledge of AutoCAD.

Skills Required:
Candidates should be able to demonstrate effective leadership behaviors. The successful candidate will have experience in a manufacturing or related activity and will possess the following skills: An understanding of machining processes, tooling, gauging. A high level of motivation, initiative and creativity. Ability to work with a diverse team of Engineers, Vendors and Contractors in both Manufacturing Engineering and the Customer Plant. A flexible approach to cope with frequent change.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level, in an engineering discipline, is required.

Additional Information:
The ME PTO group supports Engine Plants globally and consequently regular travel is an essential part of this position.

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.

Site Services Engineer - Gaydon (888415)

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Site Services Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England

Office Refurbishment/Fit Out Building Services Site Engineer.

Skills Required:
Management and delivery of office refurbishment/construction projects. Will be required to write Tender Specifications, select suppliers and then oversee the project through to full installation, commissioning and final acceptance.

Skills Preferred:
Working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Project is desirable.

Experience Required:
Working knowledge of buildings and services within. Previous experience of NEBOSH/IOSH, and CDM is essential.

Experience Preferred:
Good proficiency using Microsoft packages including MS Project. Experience of Building Energy Management Systems.

Education Required:
Good standard of education, preferably degree.

Additional Information:
Will be required to work at both Gaydon and Whitley.

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

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

Warranty Project Manager - Gaydon - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (888476)

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Warranty Project Manager
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

Regularly review and confirm TAD priorities for workload tracker. Quarterback Top 100 Issues, Lead interface for Service (low cost repair, special tools etc) Quarterback Top 100 Issues, Re-manufacture solutions and supplier development AA Road Side assist, Re-manufacture solutions and supplier development Seamless Launch (design process), Develop best practice seamless launch process for deployment across core teams PTQOR (weekly), Quality Circle (weekly), Quarterback Meeting (weekly), VFG / VRT Meeting (weekly), TAD SM - Quality Review (weekly), Represent TAD and cascade best practice into department. Warranty Targets, Confirm quality targets for central quality and breakdown to commodity level based benchmark competitive levels.

Skills Required:
Self driven, excellent team working skills, and be enthusiastic about project management, motivating partners and colleagues to meet deadlines and deliver results. Good working knowledge of product issue resolution processes, such as 8D, fault tree analysis etc and the importance of adhering to plans and commitments. Detailed knowledge of Transmissions and Driveline systems, especially interface and connectivity requirements, as well as customer expectations and acceptance standards.

Skills Preferred:
Detailed knowledge of Transmissions and Driveline systems and the manufacturing techniques involved. Detailed knowledge of Quality Processes and Procedures desirable.

Experience Required:
Expert in quality systems and warranty analysis. Understanding of OEM processes and procedures. Operation in a quality function within a major OEM or Tier 1 environment.

Experience Preferred:
Presentation skills preferred.

Education Required:
Qualified to degree level or equivalent, with significant experience, in an engineering discipline.

Education Preferred:
TS16949, QS9000 trained.

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.

Brakes Development and Proving Engineer - Gaydon - £21.40 - 21.40 per hour (888335)

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Brakes Development and Proving Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£21.40 - 21.40 per hour

Development of foundation brakes and EPB systems for current and future OEM products. Testing to ensure systems perform as designed in various environments. Sign off of systems and generation of sign off reports. Overseas testing/development of systems in various environments/territories. Liaison with other process partners including Design, Purchase, Project Team, Manufacturing, Electrical etc.

Skills Required:
Data acquisition knowledge. Trained Driver Technical competence. Quality tool application. Interfacing skills. Project management.

Experience Required:
Previous experience of OEM brake commodities and operating systems a real advantage.

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.

Chassis Mounting Systems Development Engineer - Gaydon - £21.10 - 21.10 per hour (888238)

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Chassis Mounting Systems Development Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£21.10 - 21.10 per hour

Chassis Mounting Systems Development Engineer. Liaison between CMS engineers and rig test team, managing rig test requirements for bushes, engine mounts, and structural components. Create Component Design Specifications (CDS) for components. Create Engineering Specifications (ES) for suspension bushes/engine mounts. Quality improvement projects, managing supplier warranty returns analysis, component testing and rating specifications.

Skills Required:
Strong communication, team-working skills, and project management skills is essential to this role. Self-motivated and able to deliver with minimum supervision. Good standard of PC literacy, especially the ability to analyse data in numerical/graphical format. Robust practical knowledge of engineering principles.

Skills Preferred:
Working knowledge of Failure Mode Avoidance Quality. Proven problem solving skills, use of DMAIC tools.

Experience Required:
Automotive engineering design/development experience.

Experience Preferred:
Design experience of suspension bushes/hydrabushes or engine mounts. NVH analysis/modelling experience. Experience of OEM Programme Management tools. Product Creation System (PCS)/GPDS .

Education Required:
Educated to HNC or HND level, in a relevant field or subject. Equivalent automotive experience in the above field will be considered.

Education Preferred:
Educated to degree level, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

Engine Components and Packaging Designer - Coventry - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (887991)

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Engine Components and Packaging Designer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

As part of an established, motivated and fast moving team, the successful candidate would work for an experienced team leader to help deliver engine commodities across several applications. Delivery scale would be from Concept to Launch with the key responsibilities of CAD design, package analysis (working with Design engineers), Virtual build support (working with development and manufacturing engineers), Project management team support to key development milestones, supplier awareness, Issue resolution, Quality Process support, Launch preparation support to key project milestones.

Skills Required:
CAD Catia V5 essential. Teamcentre/Vis-mockup desirable. Design/development engineering support experience in Automotive/Engine design.

Experience Required:
Experience of component design to meet performance and attribute targets. Good understanding of engine plastic/formed tubes/hoses/cast/machined components and requirements. Excellent communication skills. Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office and MSProject. Good understanding of design quality tools such as DFMEA, Robustness Studies etc. Awareness of manufacturing processes associated with engine components and engine assembly desirable. Working knowledge of other CAD systems (Ideas etc) would be an advantage, as would a flexible approach to team tasks whilst being committed and self motivated with an ability to work with minimal supervision.

Education Required:
Qualified to degree level or equivalent in an engineering discipline.

Education Preferred:
High level of IT literacy. Proven ability to manage multiple projects. Six Sigma experience or qualification desirable.

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.

CAD Lead for the Chassis Centre of Competence - Gaydon - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (106322)

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CAD Lead for the Chassis Centre of Competence
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

Act as the CAD Lead for the Chassis Centre of Competence being our single point of contact with the Tools and Technologies department within Product Development. Role includes: Making management decisions in the Product Lifecycle Management space on behalf of the CoC and Tools and Technologies, Defining the CAD strategy and Development needs, Defining the phased deployment plan and gaining Management approval, Determine opportunities within the CoC that would make it more efficient within the iPLM environment, Ensure relevant Tools and Technologies projects are progressed and prioritised, Attending CAD Lead mtgs to promote and deliver CoC projects, Develop Associative Vehicle Architecture, Identify Chassis Projects and work with the AVA Team to progress these into real benefits for Chassis.

Skills Required:
Excellent CAD Catia V5 and CAD tool sets. Experience of Team Centre software. Good project management skills. Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Skills Preferred:
Understanding of our client's Design and Delivery Processes.

Experience Required:
Automotive experience would be preferred.

Education Required:
HND in a relevant field/subject, or relevant CAD and project management skills.

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

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

Mechanical Fitter - Scarborough - £25k - 27k per year (888397)

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Mechanical Fitter
Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England
£25k - 27k per year

Client Information
Our client, with a 30 year history and today one of the major players in the UK market, they supply complete electrical solutions for residential, commercial and industrial applications.
Having a strong presence in the UK, they have manufacturing sites in Midlands and the North of England

Main Duties

The main responsibilities of the position are to ensure high mechanical engineering availability throughout the department. This includes responsibilities for Health, Safety and Environment, maintaining engineering standards, development of equipment and monitoring of plant reliability and costs

Job description
-Ensure the manufacturing plant has the highest possible level of engineering availability at all times with respect to both planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance for any breakdowns.
-Will be working as part of multi skilled team
-Monitor plant delays and budgets so to identify potential plant improvements and cost reductions.
-Develop plant and equipment to increase machine availability, reduce cost to the business and improve H,S and E.
-Investigate plant breakdowns and conduct root cause analysis and implement findings to prevent re-occurrence in line with company procedures.
-Manage engineering activities to comply with Health, Safety and Environment requirements.


Key skills and experience

-Candidates should ideally be educated to HNC / HND or higher with experience of a range of heavy engineering and manufacturing industry experienced with a strong mechanical engineering background.
-Preferably an established background in a metal manufacturing operation with both hot and cold metal forming
-Comprehensive mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic fitting skills along with a working knowledge of numerical control systems, their maintenance and diagnostics
-Will be working within a global multisite company so candidates require a strong understanding of internal company policies and external regulations and legislation, including health and Safety among others.
• A working knowledge of press tooling and rolling technologies
-Proven ability to solve problems through investigation and application of sound solutions

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 - Scarborough - £25k - 27k per year (888395)

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Quality Engineer
Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England
£25k - 27k per year

Client Information
Our client, with a 30 year history and today one of the major players in the UK market, they supply complete electrical solutions for residential, commercial and industrial applications.
Having a strong presence in the UK, they have manufacturing sites in Midlands and the North of England

Main Duties
The post holder will be responsible for the quality of the materials used in manufacturing and to manage quality related issues with suppliers. Also to provide a Quality Control support service to internal Manufacturing departments and to apply the Company's quality system to reduce supplier quality issues, reduce manufacturing quality costs and customer defects

Job description
-Responsible for quality requirements for internally and externally manufactured items.
-Working in conjunction with engineering and manufacturing departments, design and implement effective process inspection procedures.
-Work on specific projects as allocated by the department manager, including the facilitation of Kaizen events.
-Manage and maintain the calibration system in accordance with ISO9001.
-Management of non-conforming materials.
-Develop and deploy Quality Control systems within the company policy.
-Participate in the investigation of Customer complaints.
-Produce Certificates of Conformity as required.


Key skills and experience
-Strong thorough understanding of Quality Control systems, with manufacturing industry experience
-An understanding of the processes involved in sheet metal fabrication and hot dip galvanisation would be an advantage.
-Previous experience of Metal Manufacturing industry
-Excellent analytical skills.
-A practical hands-on approach to problem solving.
-A working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and Word 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.

Engine Development Test Engineer - Gaydon - £21.10 - 21.10 per hour (888205)

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Engine Development Test Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£21.10 - 21.10 per hour

The project engineer is responsible for delivery of test activities relating to PT Research and Technology projects. They will be the key interface between the project lead and hardware/test facility owners. The project engineer will lead development and delivery of detailed plans to support hardware procurement/installation and testing across a number of Diesel focused projects.

Skills Required:
Self driven with a strong engineering background. The project engineer will have excellent team working skills and an understanding of facility, instrumentation and test procedures.

Skills Preferred:
Working knowledge of development processes/principles (GTDS and/or GPDS). Good PC skills, Excel, Word and Project. Working knowledge of Diesel and/or Gasoline engine/Powertrain systems and calibration. Disciplined approach to planning, prioritisation and evidence generation. Must have driving licence valid for use in the UK.

Experience Required:
Demonstrate the ability to lead the resolution of technical, business and process issues within a team environment. Good communication, interpersonal skills and self confidence are personal qualities needed to succeed, being self motivated and able to deliver with minimum supervision.

Experience Preferred:
Previous experience of Engine and Powertrain systems are considered desirable. A knowledge of vehicle systems would be beneficial.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level in a suitable engineering discipline, or suitable previous experience.

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

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

Component/System Durability Test Engineer - Coventry - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (888126)

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Component/System Durability Test Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£25.70 - 25.70 per hour

Specialist Durability Test Engineer - Component/System Test Rigs.

Skills Required:
Practical experience of working in rig test environment. Experience of electro-hydraulic test rig operation and running/managing test programmes. The candidate must also have proven history of sample assessment/investigation after test and report writing.

Skills Preferred:
Ability to liaise with design engineers, test engineers and fitters to support development of test rigs.

Experience Required:
Experience of electro-hydraulic test rig design/build/operation.

Experience Preferred:
Good knowledge of motor vehicle systems, road load data analysis, measurement transducers such as accelerometers, load cells etc.

Education Required:
Minimum HND in Mechanical or Motor vehicle engineering.

Additional Information:
Please note that the successful candidate will be expected to work on a two shift basis, 6am-2pm and 1.30pm-9.30pm. Initially based at Whitley but may be required to work at Gaydon.

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

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

Cooling System Project Engineer - Gaydon - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (887760)

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Cooling System Project Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

Cooling System Project Engineer Forward Programs Role Definition:

• Working with the Component Engineering Team, lead the design/package and test/development of the system from early concept through to production.
• Maintain accurate programme status and report out to Management at the appropriate reviews.
• Control Cost, Weight, Quality and Timing of the components within the system for each phase of build through to production.
• Control supplier inputs, whether system or component related.
• Ensure that the appropriate processes are implemented to support the programme. ie. GPDS, EFDVS, DFMEA, DVP and ESOW.
• Release the components via the WERS releasing system.
• Maintain an issue management tracker.
• Update issue status via the AIMS system.
• Ensure that processes support the vehicle programme and company objectives such as relating to ISO 9000, QS9000, ISO14001 and all company procedures.
• Ensure that test and development programmes (both OEM and supplier based) meet the performance objectives and customer expectations.

Skills Required:
Understanding and experience of design of Automotive Cooling Systems, including design, Advanced Quality Planning and implementation. Fluent in use of Microsoft Office packages, specifically Word, Excel, Power Point and Project.

Experience Required:
Experience of Automotive Power Train Systems Delivery, preferably from Programme Concept/Kick Off to production. Working with and managing supplier responsibilities. Candidate must be enthusiastic, with a positive approach with the ability to proactively communicate within and outside of the department.
Experience Preferred:
Experience of OEM Engineering Systems, especially WERS, FPDS and AIMS. Familiarity with advanced emissions systems for Diesel and Gasoline engine applications.

Education Required:
Educated to Degree level, or equivalent, in a related Mechanical or Automotive discipline.

Additional Information:
The Role is principally based at Gaydon, but meeting support at other Midlands facilities will be required. Candidates must have a full driving license.

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

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

Engine Programme Development Project Engineer - Coventry - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (887694)

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Engine Programme Development Project Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£25.70 - 25.70 per hour

The project engineer is responsible for management and delivery of the relevant DV activity for engine programmes to support engineering sign-off. They will be the key interface between the specific development/durability activities, feeding the results back to the relevant customers ensuring these are delivered on time. They also support planning activity for future programmes.

Skills Required:
Self driven with a strong engineering background, excellent team working skills and an understanding of Product Development processes, GPDS principles, instrumentation and test facilities.

Skills Preferred:
Good analytical skills and PC skills Excel, Word and Project Working knowledge of gasoline and/or diesel engine, powertrain systems and calibration. Disciplined approach on planning, prioritisation and records keeping. Must have a driving license valid for use in the UK.

Experience Required:
Demonstrate the ability to lead the resolution of technical, business and process issues within a team environment. Good communication, interpersonal skills and self confidence are personal qualities needed to succeed, being self motivated and able to deliver with minimum supervision.

Experience Preferred:
Previous experience of Engine and Powertrain systems are considered desirable. A knowledge of vehicle systems would be beneficial.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level in a suitable engineering discipline, or suitable previous experience.

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

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

Powertrain Strategic Planning Project Engineer - Coventry - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (887688)

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Powertrain Strategic Planning Project Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

A Project Engineer to support the Powertrain Strategic planning team, in order to help shape future Powertrain product offerings. This cross functional role offers excellent opportunities to demonstrate a broad range of technical, business and commercial skills.

Skills Required:
Ability to plan, organise, control and implement studies to time and quality requirements. Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, self-confident and motivated attitude. Competent in MS Office applications, primarily Excel and PowerPoint.

Skills Preferred:
Technical knowledge of Powertrain systems.Knowledge of automotive industry and technological developments, including competitor and market awareness.Knowledge of Product Development processes and PCS (JLR Product creation). Self-motivated and able to deliver within tight deadlines.

Experience Required:
Demonstrate the ability to co-ordinate a cross-functional team (including Engineering, Manufacturing, Finance, Design, and Marketing) to assemble data in support of PT strategic reviews. Demonstrate the ability to build strong relationships with the numerous teams and parties.

Experience Preferred:
An understanding of automotive competitive strategy benchmarking.

Education Required:
Qualified to Degree level within an Engineering or Business discipline.

Additional Information:
Based at Whitley but travel to Gaydon required. A valid UK driving license is required.

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.

Cost Reduction TVM Project Engineer - Coventry - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (887612)

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Cost Reduction TVM Project Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

Cost Reduction TVM Project Engineer to work in the Powertrain department.

Skills Required:
Self motivated and driven. Good communication skills and ability to deliver results quickly in a challenging environment. Must be able to engage individuals at all levels of the business and chair progress meetings with managers, to drive projects through to delivery. Must be able to compile and present high quality reports for management consumption. Good basic financial acumen, Investment costs, RandD costs, Material cost, rate of return. Capable in Microsoft tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. Microsoft Project an advantage. Previous exposure to OEM releasing systems, such as WERS, would be an advantage.

Experience Required:
Managing the delivery of complex engineering lead projects in a challenging environment, automotive, aerospace or similar. Experience in a value management and cost reduction environment (TVM) a benefit. Experience of supplier management and/or assembly manufacturing experience a benefit. Previous experience of OEM programme management and releasing tools including WERS would be advantageous.

Education Required:
Degree preferred, but not essential. Educated to HND/HNC level is a minimum requirement.

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.

Transmission and Driveline Project Engineer - Gaydon - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (887610)

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Transmission and Driveline Project Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£25.70 - 25.70 per hour

The main focus for Powertrain Research and Technology is solutions for next generation Powertrains, and the group aim to deliver concepts through research in cooperation with our internal and external network. The team manages a growing number of projects. The Project Engineer will be involved in: monitoring future transmissions developments and requirements, developing technology strategies, defining new transmission and driveline research, identifying partners, initiating and leading projects to deliver technologies to vehicle programmes.

Skills Required:
Self driven, excellent team working skills, and be enthusiastic about project management, motivating partners and colleagues to meet deadlines and deliver results. Good working knowledge of product pre-development processes and the importance of adhering to plans and commitments. Detailed knowledge of Transmissions and Driveline systems, especially gear train design.

Skills Preferred:
Detailed knowledge of Transmissions and Driveline system market trends. Detailed knowledge of Pre-development activities, from research proposal through approvals and implementation readiness.

Experience Required:
Able to demonstrate expertise in Transmissions and Driveline integration in to vehicle platforms.

Experience Preferred:
Experience of System Strategy Review paper creation and delivery. Experienced transmissions CAE analyst using appropriate tools e.g. MASTA.

Education Required:
Qualified to degree level in an engineering discipline is essential.

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.

Diesel Engine Project Engineer - Coventry - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (887344)

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Diesel Engine Project Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

Reporting to the Diesel engine business planning Manager, the primary role involves planning, co-ordination, approval, reporting of planning activities. Prepare detailed agreed budget responses (Headcount, EDandT and vehicles) in responses to PDL"s and APC programmes. During the APC phase of programmes significant changes occur in assumptions at short notice which require quick responses to changes in assumptions. Represent the Diesel team at weekly PT PDL governance meeting and ensure that PDLs are responded to on time and that the PAS sheets are reviewed within the team and approved. Responsible for ensuring that the technical assumption decks, which are used to define the level of resource required to deliver a programme and to help communicate programme content internal to the department and to suppliers, are reviewed and updated on a regular basis, that changes are clearly communicated through the teams and with suppliers and that the RFQ and quotes are against the right assumptions. Responsible for supporting the maintenance and evolving a synthetic headcount, EDandT and vehicle requirement tool. Manage the raising of EDandT approval requests in line with supplier quotes, reviewing quotes against RFQ and using the PACN process to manage programme changes.

Skills Required:
Applicants should have experience in the management of complex projects. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the ability to lead the resolution of business, technical and process issues within a Project Team environment. Good communication, interpersonal skills, self-confidence and a "passion for the product" are personal qualities needed to succeed in this environment, being self-motivated and able to deliver with minimum supervision.

Experience Required:
An understanding of product development processes and programme delivery principles. Experience of project or supplier management, meeting demanding timescales, budget control and cost-effective delivery. Must be a competent practitioner in the use of Excel to analyse data and produce concise easily understood summaries.

Education Required:
Honours Degree in engineering, a science discipline or mathematics.

Additional Information:
This role will require the successful candidate to work at Gaydon and Whitley, and on occasions travel between sites during the day.

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

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

Powertrain Project Engineer - Solihull - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (887325)

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Powertrain Project Engineer
Solihull, West Midlands, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

Part of the role requires resolution of issues by the individual where appropriate and communication of the issues back to engineering at Gaydon and Whitley, where resolution is not immediately accessible.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Good overall Powertrain system knowledge with experience in transmission and driveline components. Computer literate in Google, PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Project. Valid UK driving licence. Ability to interface directly to the vehicle, manufacturing, supplier and engineering teams and represent the Powertrain Department. Flexible, adaptable and excellent communicator, both Written and Verbal.

Details
Experience Required:
Proven powertrain system design/development experience is essential.

Experience Preferred:
Knowledge of our client's specific processes, ideally gained in Product Development environment. Knowledge of the Solihull site.

Education Required:
It is anticipated that applicants will be educated to a degree level in an engineering or automotive discipline. However candidates with significant Powertrain experience will also be considered.

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

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

Advanced Product Creation Project Engineer - Gaydon - £20.80 - 20.80 per hour (887247)

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Advanced Product Creation Project Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£20.80 - 20.80 per hour

The Advanced Product Creation (APC) Powertrain team is looking to recruit a highly motivated individual to play an integral part of the team and lead key activities in the delivery of future Powertrain programmes. The successful candidate will work within the APC section of Powertrain Product Development which manages projects from project Kick Off up until the PSC gateway, defining the programme requirements: including technical feasibility/compatibility, vehicle packaging, budget definition (resource, Tooling and DandD, vehicle testing requirements), programme timing, quality planning and manufacturing feasibility. The programme engineer role offers a great opportunity to demonstrate technical, financial and project management skills in a fast moving environment, dealing with new state of the art technologies and a wide range of customers.

Skills Required:
Be able to demonstrate the ability to lead the resolution of technical and process issues within a Project Team environment with the ability to represent the Powertrain Department within the wider engineering function. Good communication, interpersonal skills and self confidence are the personal qualities needed to succeed in this high pressure environment. Must be self motivated and able to deliver with minimum supervision. Experience of program or project management, meeting demanding timescales, budget control and cost effective delivery essential.

Skills Preferred:
Applicants need to be computer literate in Microsoft software, particularly Excel, PowerPoint and Project. Regular inter-site travel means a valid UK driving licence is preferred.

Experience Required:
A good level of knowledge of Powertrain systems is required. Knowledge of Product Development processes and principles are essential in order to support the review and approval of feasible product actions to ensure robust implementation and compatibility with downstream systems through to production.

Education Required:
Applicants need to be qualified to degree level or have equivalent experience.

Additional Information:
Work will be split between Whitley and Gaydon.

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

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

EPMT Project Management Engineer - Coventry - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (887129)

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EPMT Project Management Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

Project Management Engineer to support EPMT leaders. Responsible for ensuring programme delivery to all timing and functional requirements. Key activities will be the planning and delivery of prototype builds, maintaining programme metrics and reporting status at both internal and external (Vehicle Team) Project Reviews.

Skills Required:
Ability to lead the resolution of business, technical and process issues within a project team environment. Good communication, interpersonal skills, and a sense of self confidence.

Experience Required:
Experience of project and/or supplier management , meeting demanding timescales, budget control and desire to work as a team delivering a robust project/product.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level, or higher, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

Transmission and Driveline Systems Programme Manager - Gaydon - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (106576)

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Transmission and Driveline Systems Programme Manager
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

Module Leader/Programme Manager for Transmission and Driveline Systems.

Skills Required:
Good level of MS Office skills essential. Good communication skills at all levels within the business. Good understanding of engineering and problem solving principles. Self starter. Will be responsible for moving Programmes forward with minimal guidance.

Skills Preferred:
Experience of specific programme delivery tools such as GPDS, WERS, AIMS, eFDVS would be a real advantage.

Experience Required:
Must have experience of working in a Programme Management discipline.

Experience Preferred:
Knowledge of Transmission and Driveline systems would be a real advantage.

Education Required:
Minimum of A level (or equivalent) educated, with at least one subject in Applied Mathematics, Engineering or Programme Management.

Education Preferred:
Degree level education in Engineering or Programme Management is preferred, but not essential.

Additional Information:
Mainly based at Gaydon site, but may require one to two days per week based at Whitley.

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

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

PTSE Project Engineer - Gaydon - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (106537)

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PTSE Project Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

The PTSE Current Engineering team is based at Gaydon and is part of the Power Train Systems Engineering group within Powertrain Engineering. The primary purpose of the group is to work closely with Power Train Quality department, to identify areas of high warranty, high customer dissatisfaction and high AA callout. We identify using standard quality tools, the root cause of the problem, which is either poor design, poor manufacture assembly or poor supplier quality. Solutions are implemented depending on route cause and lessons learnt cascaded to the forward Engineering teams.

Skills Required:
Record of proactive delivery and commitment to meeting dead lines. Self motivated and adaptable to changing demands. Sound understanding of the Design and Development Process. Able to demonstrate ability to manage projects to support timely delivery. Able to demonstrate understanding of test techniques and active involvement in rig, bench and vehicle testing . Able to demonstrate ability to plan and deliver components or systems. Able to demonstrate experience of managing suppliers. Good working knowledge of IT systems, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint. Ability to negotiate with other functions to achieve objectives. Familiarity with PD processes and systems, WERS, AIMS etc.

Experience Required:
Must have experience in releasing through WERS. Raising ALERTS.

Experience Preferred:
An understanding of AWS would be preferred, but is not essential.

Education Required:
Degree level, or degree in progress, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

PED Starting Attribute Specialist - Coventry - £23.80 - 23.80 per hour (106396)

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PED Starting Attribute Specialist
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£23.80 - 23.80 per hour

The PED team is a Vehicle Attribute team responsible for managing the delivery of the Performance, Economy and Driveability (PED) attributes. The Starting Attribute Specialist will be responsible for leading and managing the delivery of the Starting attribute (a sub-attribute of Driveability) across a number of model year programmes and powertrain variants. The role involves co-ordination of all aspects of the Starting attribute across a variety of disciplines (e.g. Powertrain, Electrical, Chassis) to include target setting, target cascade, status assessment, problem resolution and reporting out status in many different forums.

Skills Required:
Excellent project management, organisational, presentation and communication skills. A proactive and tenacious approach and the ability to work effectively with many different teams and individuals. Good problem solving and data analysis skills using Excel and dedicated tools. Knowledge and understanding in vehicle and engine performance/economy development and EMS/TM calibration. Good knowledge of MS office applications.

Skills Preferred:
Use of Inca ETAS and MATLAB data analysis skills. Flexibility to work on many varied tasks, covering both brands, and on either Gaydon or Whitley site.

Experience Required:
Experience in either engine PandE, vehicle PED development or engine/transmission/vehicle calibration. A background and track record in project management. Experience in presenting data and information clearly in large forums. Experience in logging and analysing measured vehicle data.

Experience Preferred:
Systems integration experience preferred, particularly, Requirements Authoring/documentation.

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

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

Additional Information:
Travel between the Gaydon and Whitley sites, may be required.

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.

EPMT Project Manager - Coventry - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (105189)

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EPMT Project Manager
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

Project Management Engineer to support EPMT leaders. Responsible for ensuring programme delivery to all timing and functional requirements. Key activities will be the planning and delivery of prototype builds, maintaining programme metrics and reporting status at both internal (PT) and external (Vehicle Team) Project Reviews.

Skills Required:
Excellent communication and team working skills will be required. Good IT skills on generic modern business software with a willingness to learn OEM unique software. Ability to lead and negotiate the resolution of business, technical and process issues within a project team environment. Ability to present project information to all levels of the business.

Skills Preferred:
Ability to use net meeting and audio conferences with confidence.

Experience Required:
A minimum of 3 years experience within Powertrain Project management and/ or engine design delivery is required. Experience of supplier management , meeting demanding timescales, budget control and issue resolution will be required. CATIA V5 and Teamcentre experience would be beneficial.

Experience Preferred:
A working knowledge of our client's processes (GPDS, AIMs, WERS etc) would be beneficial.

Education Required:
Degree level qualification in an engineering discipline or a minimum of 5 years experience within engine design and delivery.

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

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

Powertrain Project Engineer - Gaydon - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (104957)

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Powertrain Project Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

Undertake powertrain research projects which include internal, research partners, suppliers, Universities and governmental participation. An initial project will investigate the design, procurement and testing of a novel engine design concept. Work with core engineering teams, suppliers and internal customers to ensure system targets are defined and delivered. Management of relationships with system suppliers and partners within new technology programmes.

Skills Required:
Good communication, Project Management skills, self motivated, enthusiastic and a good team player. Demonstrable skills in supplier liaison and communication. Resolution of complex technical problems through application of system engineering principles.

Experience Required:
Experience in Powertrain technology. Base engine, friction and crank train Engine design or development experience. Good analytical skills and PC skills including Microsoft Office and MSProject.

Education Required:
Engineering degree essential.

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.

Base Engine System Leader - Coventry - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (103264)

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Base Engine System Leader
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£25.70 - 25.70 per hour

The role is to be a key system leader within the base engine department with technical leadership expertise in at least one area of base engine engineering. Candidates must be technical leaders capable of managing a small team and providing technical guidance and decision making in at least one key area of engine engineering.

Skills Required:
The base engine advanced concept design team are undergoing growth and need specialist engineers with a deep working knowledge of at least one specialised area of engine system design (petrol or diesel) with concept to delivery experience and technology strategy development. Essential skills include and in-depth knowledge of base engine systems engineering in a design, development and test environment. High level of communication and organisational skills In depth knowledge of quality tools application and supplier management.

Skills Preferred:
Additional skills preferred would be in the application of engineering systems on high performance diesel and/or petrol engines, combined with concept to launch experience. Knowledge of engine test methods on dyno and in vehicle. Knowledge of analytical test methods. Experience of managing advanced engine technology concept development projects.

Experience Required:
Candidates must have gained experience within an automotive OEM and have worked on base engine system design for a prolonged period.

Education Required:
Degree preferred.

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

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

Powertrain Project Manager - Gaydon - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (102794)

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Powertrain Project Manager
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

Part of the Powertrain Project Management team delivering all PT model year actions into production on time having successfully met all performance, durability, attribute and cost targets. Key responsibilities will include: cost, weight and assumptions management, facilitation of issue resolution reviews and component and system design releases, advising line management of deviations to the plan and driving solutions and corrective actions.

Skills Required:
Good overall Powertrain system knowledge. Computer literate in Google, PowerPoint, Excel and Microsoft Project. Valid UK driving licence. Ability to interface directly to the vehicle programme teams and represent the Powertrain Department. Flexible, adaptable and excellent communicator both written / oral.

Experience Required:
Powertrain system design / development or programme management.

Education Required:
It is anticipated that applicants will be educated to a degree level in an engineering or automotive discipline. However candidates with significant Powertrain experience will also be considered.

Additional Information:
This contract location will be primarily based at Gaydon with limited travel to OEM facilities at Whitley as required. Applicant to be fully independent in terms of transport and have use of mobile phone to aid communication.

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

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

Powertrain Engineer - West Midlands - £20.60 - 25.70 per hour (887843)

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Powertrain Engineer
West Midlands, England
£20.60 - 25.70 per hour

REQUIREMENTS:

The roles are to work within areas such as:

Base Engine Development

Prototype design

Cooling System

Test Automation

Cost Reduction

Advanced Product Creation

Test Engineering

DESCRIPTION:

We are currently seeking experienced Automotive Powertrain Engineers to work for a large luxury OEM client based in the West Midlands.

VAC REQ :

Project Managers, Project Engineers , Integration Engineers , Test Engineers, Test Technicians, Design Engineers, Component engineers.

Please apply if you are interested in working on long term contracts for a large luxury OEM and have previous experience in these areas.

 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.

Base Engine Key System Development Leader - Coventry - £21.10 - 21.10 per hour (106397)

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Base Engine Key System Development Leader
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£21.10 - 21.10 per hour

The role is for key system development leader within the base engine department. This technical leadership role requires expertise in engine testing, data analysis, report writing, issue resolution and fault diagnosis. Candidates must be technical leaders capable of managing a small team, and providing technical guidance and decision making.

Skills Required:
The base engine development department is undergoing growth and needs specialist engineers with delivery experience in areas of petrol/diesel system engineering. Essential skills include: indepth knowledge of base engine systems engineering in a development/test environment. High level of communication and organisational skills. An in depth knowledge of engine test methods on dyno. A deep working knowledge of at least one specialised area of the engine attribute department, combustion, performance, economy or emissions development on either petrol or diesel engines.

Skills Preferred:
Development experience on Euro6 Diesel and or Petrol engine projects. A DOE approach to engine testing and optimisation. Use of Concerto data analysis software. Fault diagnosis/development aid experience with INCA. Experience with 8D problem solving technique.

Experience Required:
Candidates must have gained experience within an automotive OEM or engineering consultancy and have worked on base engine development projects for more that 3 years.

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

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

Test Automation Systems Project Engineer - Coventry - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (887687)

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Test Automation Systems Project Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

Support the day-to-day operation and development of the test automation systems in the engine test areas. This includes automation systems, combustion analysis, INCA etc.

Skills Required:
Experience of an engine test automation system, preferably one of the following automation systems - Adapt, Xone, Puma, but not essential. Working knowledge of additional systems including Cameo, INCA, CAS, Indimaster etc or similar tools would be useful. To support and resolve daily issues, develop new feature, roll out new feature, support quality and process improvement actions etc (software and hardware).

Skills Preferred:
Programming knowledge in e.g. Microsoft office VBA, etc. Matlab/Simulink knowledge advantageous.

Experience Required:
Prior experience in an engine test facility or similar test environment.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level, in a relevant field or subject, is preferred but not essential.

Additional Information:
Will be based at primarily at Gaydon, but may be required to work with engineers at Whitley as well.

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.

Vehicle Test Support Engineer - Coventry - £21.10 - 21.10 per hour (887396)

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Vehicle Test Support Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£21.10 - 21.10 per hour

Support Test Team with development activity on;

- Parts Procurement

- Rig Test prep etc

- Test Bed Support

- Build Support and Vehicle Sign off prior to test

- Conduct vehicle tests in-House

- eFDVS loading & updates

- Complete ESO documentation and write in-House reports.

- Issue & archive supplier reports.

Skills Required:

• Must be able to interpret technical results
• Analyse & write reports.
• Good Interpersonal skills
• Proven record of 'getting things done'
• Driving Licence

Experience Required:

• Proven delivery of exhaust systems.
• Experience of supplier test management
• Experience of Exhaust Development processes
• Proven report writing skills

Education Required:

Engineering Degree

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

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

Transmission Rig Test Engineer - Gaydon - £21.10 - 21.10 per hour (887384)

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Transmission Rig Test Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£21.10 - 21.10 per hour

Transmission Rig Test Engineer.
Working in a small team to provide robust and effective test environment for delivery of Powertrain transmission test requirements. Role will include design of test installations, set up of control hardware and software and review of test data to monitor and report test progress. Use of post test analysis tools to provide test history, trace and data files.

Skills Required:
- Understanding of the concepts of Powertrain and transmission testing.
- Thorough knowledge of test rig installations and support systems and ability to configure test rig facilities for a variety of transmission test requirements.
- Thorough knowledge of both diesel and petrol engine test rig facilities / equipment and ability to set up as required.
- Experience of CAD design and ability to produce basic 2D drgs for test rig components. Understanding and knowledge of Powertrain test control systems.
- Ability to translate vehicle test procedures into rig test sequences.

Skills Preferred:
Knowledge and understanding of dynomometers, motors and control systems (inc CP Cadet test sequences) Working knowledge of control programming. Understanding of robot systems and robot control software. Understanding of plant and machinery system control.

Experience Required:
Experience of engine test in a Product Development environment, knowledge of transmission test and experience of Microsoft Office packages.

Experience Preferred:
Experience of Transmission and / or drive line testing. Experience of Visual Basic for applications.

Education Required:
Engineering Degree

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

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

Engine Component Engineer - Coventry - £20.60 - 20.60 per hour (887342)

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Engine Component Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£20.60 - 20.60 per hour

As part of an established, motivated and fast moving team, the successful candidate would work for an experienced team leader to help deliver engine commodities across several applications. Delivery scale would be from Concept to post Launch and subsequent in field warranty support. Keys areas of responsibility, Design, development and package analysis (working with Design and CAD engineers), Virtual build support (working with Design and CAD engineers), Project management to GPDS milestones, Supplier liaison, Issue resolution, Change management via WERs releasing system (BOM updates), Quality Process (DFMEA and EFDVS), Launch preparation via APQP and PSW deliverables.

Skills Required:
Automotive engineering experience, preferably in engines. PC literate, particularly in the use of Excel and Word.

Experience Required:
Experience of component delivery to meet cost, performance and attribute targets. Good understanding of engine components and requirements. Excellent communication skills. Excellent PC skills including Microsoft Office and MSProject. Strong understanding and application of design quality tools such as DFMEA, Robustness Studies etc. Awareness of manufacturing processes associated with engine components and engine assembly. Working knowledge of product delivery system (AIMs, GPDS and EFDVS systems) would be an advantage.

Education Required:
Degree, in a relevant field or subject, is preferred.

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.

Controls Engineer - Cheshire - up to £35K (887936)

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Controls Engineer
Cheshire, England
up to £35K

A major global supplier of hydraulic and electro-hydraulic products and systems has a new need for a permanent Controls Engineer. This role could also be called Project Design Engineer. The opportunity is commutable of Liverpool, Manchester, Preston and Chester. You will interpret customer specifications and prepare technical proposals as well as researching, designing and developing of electro-hydraulic control systems. You will be qualified to at least an HND and have hydraulics or electronics controls or design experience. Matlab, Simunlink, Visual Basic , Labview and CAD experience 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.

Vehicle Emissions Calibration Engineer - Gaydon - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (106692)

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Vehicle Emissions Calibration Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

Vehicle Emissions Calibration Engineer.

Skills Required:
Rolling Road and Real World vehicle emissions calibration. Running, logging and analysing vehicle emissions tests in lab. Running, logging and analysing vehicle emissions data from real world cycles. Support of Emissions and Fuel Consumptions Certification. Support of Urea consumption testing. Support of NOx model data collection and validation. Support of Soot model data collection and validation.

Skills Preferred:
Understanding of emissions or rolling road calibration preferred.

Experience Required:
Two years or more experience with automotive Power Train/EMS gasoline/diesel projects. Experience of INCA required

Education Required:
Ideally Degree Qualified or equivalent, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

Stress Leader - Cheltenham - £40k per year (888379)

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Stress Leader
Gloucester, Bristol, Worcester, Birmingham, Cheltenham
£40k per year

REQUIREMENTS: The Stress Leader will mentor and lead a small team of Stress Engineers and ensure programme goals are met.
DESCRIPTION: A world leader in landing gear and hydraulic systems has a new requirement for a Stress Leader which could be also be called Stress Manager or Engineering Technical Lead -Stress. It is based very near Cheltenham and is commutable from Gloucester, Bristol, Worcester and Birmingham. The role is negotiable to c£40k + benefits.
VAC REQ :You will preferably have a degree and have aerospace stress analysis experience and also supervisory experience. You must be fully entitled to work in the UK on a long term basis.

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.

Testbed Emissions Calibration Engineer - Gaydon - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (106691)

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Testbed Emissions Calibration Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

Testbed Emissions Calibration Engineer.

Skills Required:
Testbed combustion calibration. Running, logging and analysing combustion tests (including DOE). Optimisation of fuel injection and airpath setpoints for best emissions and fuel economy. Optimisation of combustion noise. Calibration of fuel injection and airpath environmental corrections. Support of after-treatment testing. Experience of testbeds and INCA required. Understanding of combustion of emissions calibration preferred.

Experience Required:
Two years or more experience with automotive Power Train/EMS gasoline/diesel projects.

Education Required:
Ideally Degree Qualified or equivalent, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

Calibration Actuation Engineer - Gaydon - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (106689)

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Calibration Actuation Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

Calibration Actuation Engineer.

Skills Required:
Calibration of engine actuators. Calibration of actuator Control (PID). Calibration of device drivers. Calibration of actuator cleaning and learning cycles. Validation of hardware performance (including HI rig). Support of actuator diagnostic calibration. Support of dealer service information. Support of air path and full load controls.

Experience Required:
Two years or more experience with automotive Power Train/EMS gasoline/diesel projects.

Education Required:
Ideally Degree Qualified or equivalent, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

Boost and Air Path Calibration Engineer - Gaydon - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (106679)

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Boost and Air Path Calibration Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

Boost and Air Path Calibration Engineer.

Skills Required:
Turbocharger Control and Full Load Performance Calibration. Turbo boost governor (PID and open loop). Sequential turbo switching. Airpath, compressor and exhaust manifold modelling. Engine protection derates. Smoke Limitation.

Experience Required:
Two years or more experience with automotive Power Train/EMS gasoline/diesel projects.

Education Required:
Ideally Degree Qualified or equivalent, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

Test Bed Support Calibration Engineer - Gaydon - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (106687)

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Test Bed Support Calibration Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

Test Bed Support Calibration Engineer.

Skills Required:
Test Bed Support. Engineering support to testbed engines. Prototype parts supply, instrumentation, mechanical diagnosis. Set-up of hardware to support calibration testplan. Coordinate hardware between testbeds (e.g. intake and exhaust systems). Support testbed Data Quality actions. Generate Work-Instruction-Sheets and Jobcards. Supply of engine test limits and safety shutdown controls.

Experience Required:
Two years or more experience with automotive Power Train/EMS gasoline/diesel projects.

Education Required:
Ideally Degree Qualified or equivalent, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

Calibration Engineer - Vehicle Support - Gaydon - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (887318)

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Calibration Engineer - Vehicle Support
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

Calibration Engineer - Vehicle Support

Skills Required:
Vehicle Support:
- Engineering Support to prototype vehicle fleet
- Prototype build (parts supply, instrumentation, mechanical debug)
- Prototype vehicle maintenance (workshop bookings, Electrical Integration updates)
- Vehicle prep for environment test (spares, safety equipment, headlight, adjustments) Vehicle fitting on test (DPF and SCR system on/off, smoke measurement, battery conditioning)
- Fleet management system administration (vehicle usage tracking)

Experience Required:
Mechanical Experience preferred.

Education Required:
Ideally Degree Qualified or equivalent.

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.

Lead Calibration Engineer - Gaydon - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (106686)

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Lead Calibration Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

Lead Calibration Engineer.

Skills Required:
Calibration of own Labels, Builds Calibration. Developing initial software. Building Initial calibration for testbed and vehicle. Responsible for checking calibration changes - i.e. unsmooth, gross errors. Checking and resolving calibration conflicts. Checking ownership. Compilation and build of calibration. Deliver regular reference calibration to calibration teams. Deliver release calibration to agreed integration points. Label ownership conflicts and calibration of unloved Labels. Environmental Test Trips and calibration, Climate testing program leader. Co-ordination of calibration issues. Vehicle build support- prototype and production builds. Support Critical non-critical vehicle fleet - e.g. flashing of master spec cars. Reference calibration issues management and resolution. First point of contact for calibration issue diagnosis. Maintenance of open issues list - includes tracking issues from other teams. Road Release Process. Lead pre-calibration process for all new functions. Co-ordination with COC"s to produce a valid calibration. SSD checks process and understanding. Supply appropriate calibrations for different tests/locations. Both DYNO and VEHICLE. Calibration release process adherence. Both development and production calibration releases. Liaise and Schedule Non -P and E functional owners. Support of the EMS calibration CPMT. Support external COC"s requirements. Calibration vehicle fleet. Prioritisation of calibration vehicles. Process Tracking and Status Reporting. Database Management. Label ownership assignment. CRETA user support and guidance. Schedule and lead weekly DAT meetings. Target growth curve setting. Database history management and error tracking. Clear communication of data location and calibration storage.

Experience Required:
Two years or more experience with automotive Power Train/EMS gasoline/diesel projects.

Education Required:
Candidates must have a minimum of HNC/HND in relevant field, ideally educated to Degree level.

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

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

Calibration Project Leader - Gaydon - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (106685)

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Calibration Project Leader
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

Calibration Project Leader.

Skills Required:
Technical Calibration First point of contact from M1 to MP1 Vehicle build and BIPO support co-ordination. FEU and press launch support co-ordination. Calibration issue resolution management. Technical support for calibration issues outside core calibration tasks. Work Planning and Co-ordination.

Experience Required:
Two years or more experience with automotive Power Train/EMS gasoline/diesel projects.

Education Required:
Ideally Degree Qualified or equivalent, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

Cold Start and Idle Calibration Engineer - Gaydon - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (106684)

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Cold Start and Idle Calibration Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.80 - 29.80 per hour

Calibration Engineer - Cold Start and Idle

Skills Required:
Starting, Heat-up and Idle Calibration. Calibration of extreme Cold Start, including heater assisted. Calibration of glow plug temperature and durations. Calibration of stop-start. Calibration of soft shut off. Calibration of SCR catalyst heat-up mode. Calibration of SCR catalyst temperature hold mode. Calibration of Gas Conditioning coordinator. Calibration of Idle speed setpoint for all operating modes. Supervision of Idle Governor calibration. Interface with electrical load teams (Alternator, Urea tank, AirCon, ARC).

Experience Required:
Two years or more experience with automotive Power Train/EMS gasoline/diesel projects.

Experience Preferred:
Understanding of diesel after-treatment.

Education Required:
Ideally Degree Qualified or equivalent, in a relevant field or subject.

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

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

ZF Transmission Calibration Engineer - Solihull - £19 per hour (105863)

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ZF Transmission Calibration Engineer
Solihull, West Midlands, England
£19 per hour

To provide support for ZF transmission calibration team of 18 based at Whitley. Types of duties to be performed: scheduling car repairs/reworks, diagnosing trans faults, re-flashing other fleet cars, organising sign-off drive events, providing logistical support when transporting cars /parts/people.

Skills Required:
INCA experience required. Must be able to manage own time and plan ahead. Knowledge of Automotive electrical systems preferred. Must be a confident communicator, verbal and written at all levels. Excellent communication skills. Good PC skills, including Microsoft Office.

Experience Required:
Must be familiar with automotive test environment and manufacturing environment.

Experience Preferred:
Experience of working in an engineering environment. Technical understanding of the Powertrain and Transmission systems would be useful.

Education Required:
Educated to A level or equivalent, in a relevant field or subject, is a minimum requirement.

Additional Information:
To provide Launch support at Castle Bromwich and Solihull, with visits to base team at Whitley. Successful candidates will need to have a full UK Driving licence and meet medical requirements of OEM facilities.

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.