Production Engineer (Assembly) - Bath (BST-100115)

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Production Engineer (Assembly)
Bath, Somerset, England

A specialist manufacturer of small and medium volume suspension and gear parts for the defence industry are looking to recruit a Production Engineer (Assembly) to co-ordinate engineering activities to support the achievement of their requirements by effectively planning, scheduling and executing all production engineering related activities.
Reporting directly to the Operations Director you will establish and maintain all work instructions and documentation for assembly and test processes.

The main duties for the role are:

Compile detailed Route Cards to document manufacturing processes .using Max core business system.
Design and subsequently draw jigs and fixtures required to ensure efficient and cost effective assembly and test processes.
Monitor and maintain production output and yields to achieve target efficiency and costs.
Instigate and carry out process capability studies.
Provide detailed estimates in support of customer tenders, data to include; source and price Materials goods and services, detailed manufacturing times, etc
Undertake production trouble shooting, initiate and implement corrective actions.
Evaluate and undertake improvements to processes and methods. Eliminate non-value-added activities.
Define and implement planned maintenance programmes to minimise downtime.
As the Production Engineer you will be degree qualified or equivalent in production engineering.

You will have extensive knowledge of production processes with practical knowledge and application of MRPII, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement techniques, including 5 s, 7 Wastes, 7 Quality tools, TPM and Process Capability.

A team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to work on own initiative, and able to influence others by demonstrating a positive can do attitude.
Computer literate with an understanding of MS Excel, MS Word and MS Project.

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.

Operations Quality Engineer (Maternity Cover) - Cambridge (BST-100548)

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Operations Quality Engineer (Maternity Cover)
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England

Our client has an established global reputation for the continual development and manufacture of its total coding and printing technologies that meet the needs of manufacturers and sets new industry standards in quality and reliability.

They are now looking for an Operations Quality Engineer to interact with personnel at all levels. This includes a large element of analytical and administration work which requires good general quality skills and a structured approach to project management and quality improvement.
As the Operations Quality Engineer you will identify issues in manufacturing and liaise with relevant Supplier Quality Engineer, ensuring immediate customer protection.
Reporting on Supplier Quality and delivery performance.
Analysis of trends and reporting of Quality Feedback information from printer installations. Provision of relevant quality information for monthly product quality review.
Liaise with China and India assembly operations to obtain early warning of quality issues.


Additionally you may be required to support other manufacturing improvement projects.

The objective of the role is to improve supplier quality and reliability, leverage supplier capabilities and therefore drive down the cost of manufacturing and test.
The successful applicant will be degree educated with solid relevant experience in a supplier development, quality or manufacturing environment.
You will be flexible, a level thinker and capable of solving wide ranging quality problems.
A firm character and the ability to work as part of a team or alone as the situation demands are essential qualities.
With a firm understanding of manufacturing quality, you will be driven to improve working methods, ensure reactive resolution and provide clear communication to stakeholders on progress.

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.

Sales Executive - Hertfordshire - £30k + Bonus, Car & other Benefits (100416)

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Sales Executive
Northern Home Counties, North London, Barnet, Basildon, Bedford, Bishop's Stortford, Chelmsford, Colchester, Enfield, Harlow, Hemel Hempstead, Hertford, Milton Keynes, Romford, Stevenage, Watford
£30k + Bonus, Car & other Benefits

We are committed to the development of a world class team and we seek an experienced sales executive to capitalise upon significant growth opportunities in the Industrial, Commercial and Food Manufacturing sectors.

THE COMPANY:               

We are the UK’s leading company in our chosen sector of the industrial distribution market. We produce a comprehensive range of highly professional products to suit a wide range of locations and industries. With our quality brand names we are the supplier of choice for organisations who value their employees and customers well-being. We are at the forefront of R&D regularly bringing innovative products and services to customers to meet the needs of the Industrial, Commercial and Food Manufacturing sectors. We are a profitable and growing company that seeks an ambitious, proactive and self-motivated sales professional to join a dynamic team aiming at world class standards.                

THE ROLE:

Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager you will take responsibility for a very important geographical area encompassing North London and the Northern Home Counties

Working with our Distributor partners you will personally spearhead sales to major end users in our key markets of Industrial, Commercial and Food Manufacturing.

THE PERSON:

You will have sound sales experience preferably not necessarily within the Industrial, Commercial or Food Manufacturing marketplaces together with excellent time management, communication and relationship building skills.

You will be used to working within a framework of Key Performance Indicators and have a track record of meeting and exceeding set targets.

THE BENEFITS:

The income package includes a salary of circa £30k plus substantial bonus opportunity, company car, laptop and other benefits. Above all, you will relish joining a team that is aiming at world class standards and you will have the passion and drive to see your contribution through to a conclusion that positively impacts on the business. There will be scope to further your career in an entrepreneurial, international organisation that acknowledges and rewards personal achievement.

You will live in North London or the Northern Home Counties including Barnet, Basildon, Bedford, Bishop’s Stortford, Chelmsford, Colchester, Enfield, Harlow, Hemel Hempstead, Hertford, Milton Keynes, Romford, Stevenage and Watford.

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Your CV will be forwarded to Clive Wadelin at our advising consultant’s Jonathan Lee Recruitment who will treat it in the strictest confidence and keep you closely informed on the progress of your application.

Jonathan Lee Recruitment is a leading sales, engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.

Planner - Birmingham (RB-100832)

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Planner
Birmingham, West Midlands, England

Our Client a major Aerospace business with an excellent reputation for quality and productivity are recruiting a Planner
They supply precision machined parts and assemblies to the most prestigious businesses within Aerospace. They have both traditional and state of the art equipment with a positive investment plan.
Production Planning has a high level of responsibility and in that their communication skills are key to ensuring that accurate information is available at all times in relation to being able to accurately guarantee customer delivery times.
The planner will interact with all levels, liaising with the Production Manager and Commercial Dept to agree delivery schedules taking into account the capacity of each plant and other products in the manufacturing process.
The Planner will identify bought out parts and lead times to ensure key components are available to production in time.
Use of ERP sytem Mapics/Baan.
Computer literate on MS Word, excel and powerpoint.

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.

Colour and Materials Project Designer - West Midlands (RGR-100769)

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Colour and Materials Project Designer
West Midlands, England

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

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the Automotive industry, this is the place to be.
The development of and investment in many new and exciting cars has led to the opportunity for a Colours and Materials Project Designer to join the team.

To offer the last word in luxury driving our client`s vehicles need to be in the first rank of technological innovation and design. This isn t just about the engines beneath the bonnet. It s about exceptional design appearance too - from iconic body styling through to the very smallest interior detail. Our ability to explore and introduce new thinking transforms our cars from icons of design into objects of desire. Which makes design careers here utterly desirable too.

You ll develop body and trim colours and select materials and textures everything needed to turn our 2D concepts into finished products that look and feel exceptional. Thinking creatively, you ll also source decorative materials that reflect the latest design, fashion and social trends.
To meet this challenge, you must be a natural problem-solver with creative flair and a genuine passion for design. A design-related degree is essential, as are CAD, Photoshop and Illustrator skills and, ideally, some experience gained in the automotive industry. You ll also need sound aesthetic judgement and 3D spatial evaluation, combined with a basic understanding of practical engineering. Our customers expect the best, and so do we, so you ll be challenged every day. You ll hone your skills to the leading edge and you ll enjoy all the rewards that come from shaping and powering the growth of a prestigious luxury brand.

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

Six Sigma Black Belt - West Midlands (KYU-100613)

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Six Sigma Black Belt
West Midlands, England

A major automotive component supplier manufactures high integrity, engineered, electro-mechanical systems. With strong vision and investment plans, and an excellent order book, they now seek a Six Black Belt to support their team in Birmingham.
The Black Belt will effectively align Six Sigma and DFSS projects with the business group s vision, achieving real and measurable financial gains, including leading Six Sigma projects as well as advising, coordinating and managing projects. Pro-actively championing and communicating Six Sigma and DFSS methodology with the aim of embedding it into the organization culture
Experience
Degree qualified or similar
Strong numeracy/literacy
Minimum of 5 years automotive experience essential
Capable of leading a project with minimum supervision
Excellent communication skills
Six Sigma Black 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.

Whole Vehicle Package Engineer - West Midlands (KYU-100778)

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

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

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

Principal Engineer Vehicle Packaging - United Kingdom (KYU-100777)

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Principal Engineer Vehicle Packaging
United Kingdom

Our client is one of the world`s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Established for more than 60 years its product line-up has, more recently, moved into the design and manufacture of passenger cars, including electric vehicles.
*Working within a project team
*Provide single point of contact for vehicle package work
*Set up of concept seating package layout based on target data from benchmarking activities to high level ergonomic requirements
*Ensure robust interface between Occupant and mechanical package activities
*Expert ergonomics support and analysis
*Development of styling restriction model based on target dimensions
*Creation of zones illustrating package legal requirements
*Work with component design areas
*Development of proposals for part design changes, enhancements

Minimum 6 weks in 7 in Pune, India
*Minimum of 5 years experience working in Occupant package or a closely related function
*Working and leading cross functional teams
*Understands differing custom and legislative requirements between markets
*Sound understanding of hands on experience in the development production of package layouts
*Sound understanding of ergonomics in vehicle design and awareness of human machine interface requirements including development tools
*Develop target processes and methods
*Working with styling functions to deliver package concepts
*Proficient in Catia V5 and Vismockup
*Proficient in Microsoft word, excel and PowerPoint
*Preferred experience in the use of teamcenter
*Preferred experience working with GPDS and Virtual series process
*Experience in the production of occupant package properties

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

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

Senior Buyer - Warwickshire - £20.20 - 20.20 per hour + �20.16 per hour (DRP-100801)

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Senior Buyer
Warwickshire, England
£20.20 - 20.20 per hour + ?20.16 per hour

Our automotive client is a market leader in luxury and high volume off-road vehicles, designing and manufacturing in the Midlands.
Non-Production Buyer require with the following abilities:

Commercial Negotiation
Full Driving Licence
Strong communication Skills and ability to influence key stakeholders.

Skills Preferred:
Project Management
Experience Required:
Previous experience as a buyer

Experience Preferred:
Experience in Non Production Purchasing role buying Manufacturing Tooling Capital Equipment or Engineering Services.

Degree qualified, CIPS preferably

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 Design Engineer - Essex (BST-100795)

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Product Design Engineer
Essex, England

A successful manufacturing company based in Essex are now looking for a Product Design Engineer to take material from the raw sheet metal state through to fully wired architectural commercial light fittings.

As the Product Design Engineer your key skills will be:

Experienced CAD / CAM engineer, familiar with sheet metal fabrication (steel and aluminium) using Radan software is essential.
Understanding of production tooling, equipment and processes to realise new designs, able to challenge engineering designs and offer alternative design for manufacturing solutions.
Technical background with an understanding of lighting and electrical concepts.
Uncompromising approach to achieving excellence in product quality and customer service.
Clear understanding of materials, best practice purchasing, consolidation in design.
Able to work to strict time constraints.
Assisting within the company to drive continuous improvement programmes.
Able to convey immediate, credible proposals when handling high level meetings with customers.
Self motivator, with strong planning, analytical and organisational skills.
Confident interpersonal skills, working in teams, influencing and negotiating.
As the Product Design Engineer you will understand the customer brief and design lighting products (components, louvres, complete luminaires) using Radan software for release to production.
Work within a small engineering team to design cost effective products. To form part of the team developing appropriate value engineering programmes.
Drive forward continuous improvement in the pursuit of quality, reliability and customer satisfaction
Work closely with sales office administrator and Production Manager to ensure delivery targets are achieved.
Manage a wide and varied number of design 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.

Systems Architect - Gloucester - 40K to 50K+ Pension + Bonus (KAL-100762)

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Systems Architect
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, England
40K to 50K+ Pension + Bonus

Join a fast growing major defence player developing C4I and future fighting vehicle programmes including the Scout SV.
Responsible for defining the vehicle role requirements impact on selected role architecture of SV at a system level
Role risk and opportunities management
Understand the role requirements of the selected SV role systems
Specify the special to role requirements for each of the selected Platforms
Specify installation requirements for all special to role subsystems and components
Responsible for Special to Role requirements compliance at a system level
Support the generation of the Special to Role views within the SE model packages
Ensure STR derived requirements are created for all platform subsystems supported by other domains
Flow down and apportion STR requirements to subsystems and components
Responsible for the identification and collation of STR ICD s for all platform subsystems
Review STR elements of all subsystem documentation
Degree qualified in relevant engineering discipline or equivalent experience
A proven track record in the Vehicle Systems Engineering for complex programmes.
Extensive understanding and experience of systems engineering process throughout the lifecycle, including requirements management, systems analysis/design, system integration and test and acceptance
Experience in all vehicle systems domains including vetronics, lethality, survivability, mobility and DAS systems.
Ability to liaise with and present information to multidisciplined team members.
Hold or be capable of holding security clearance up to the level of SECRET

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.

HAVOC Engineer - Nuneaton - £18 - 20 per hour (KH-99692)

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HAVOC Engineer
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England
£18 - 20 per hour

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

A temporary contract requirement has arisen for a HAVOC Engineer until the end of 2011.

The individal will oversee test planning activities by working closely with the Senior/Principal Engineers to plan daily test activities for staff.

He/She will work with Senior/Principal Engineer to plan non-test activities (maintenance/tidying/implementation of new procedures, vehicle maintenance/cleaning records, facility equipment maintenance and records etc) and also assist in planning and overseeing of test installations/removal.

General activities to include

- Upkeep project files and report generation
- Assisting planning vehicle purchase requirements
- Input into HAVOC procedures
- Input into Risk Assessment
- Liaison with Notified body/CE Marking
- Customer liaison
- Proposals/OFD
- Assessment of competency and upkeep of records


Skills:

- Mechanical Engineering background
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel

- Knowledge of Test Methodology including Towing Attachment, Guidance, Ballasting/CofG, Data required for winch set-up; Control of personnel; Speed Measurement

- Knowledge of requirements for pre-test test item data including test item measurements, test Item markers, delivery of relevant drawings, delivery/installation of product.

- Knowledge of pre-test vehicle setup including check/advise ballast and C of G, check/advise measurements and check/advise towing/guidance.

- Knowledge of requirements for post test data including location/condition of vehicle, deflection/ penetration measurements, notation of test item damage and deformation, review of test data, verification of test data, film analysis to obtain full test result for relevant standard.

General Knowledge of relevant standards requirements: (Preferred but not essential)

- EN1317 1-8 excl 7
- PAS 68: 2010
- EN12767: 2007
- BS 6399
- NCHRP350/MASH 2008
- ASTM/STD 2.01

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

Engine NVH Development Engineer - Essex - £Negotiable (JAS-100448)

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Engine NVH Development Engineer
Essex, England
£Negotiable

An Engine NVH Development Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Engine NVH Development Engineer

Lead the refinement development task for the specified engine program and develop testing & analysis workplans to support the program timing. Oversee those testing & analysis tasks to support NVH development and interpret analysis & test results to provide expert recommendations to a design team. Liaise and work with vehicle and installation teams to deliver total NVH system to program targets. Lead component & design teams in resolution of refinement issues.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Proven team working capability and NVH experience/knowledge. Able to demonstrate good written and verbal communication skills and able to demonstrate high motivation and ability to work on own initiative.

Skills Preferred:
Project management skills. PC skills: Excel, Word, PowerPoint and database applications.

Details
Experience Required:
Competent in this area requiring supervision and/or assistance only where the issues or situation faced is highly complex and/or business critical. (Some experience working on similar project. Demonstrates most of the knowledge and skills required) Candidates do not have to have automotive background. Can have NVH experience from following backgrounds: acoustic, noise, white goods, recording studios, loud speaker design, aerospace.

Experience Preferred:
P/T / Engine NVH development experience.

Education Required:
Experience more important than qualifications.

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

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

Petrol Engine Calibration Engineer - Coventry - £29.80 - 29.80 per hour (JAS-98528)

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

A Petrol Engine Calibration Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Whitley, West Midlands.

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

Job Requirements
Position Description:
Analysis of petrol engine diagnostic trouble codes and warranty to identity potential projects. Use problem solving tools to confirm root cause and identify interim &/or permanent solutions. If these solutions lie within the calibration or EMS area, develop/verify and introduce these changes. The scope covers all of our client’s vehicles both in and post production. It is also necessary to ensure that escape points are identified and formally passed onto the forward model team for lessons learnt. The role will also include an element of resolving emissions non compliance concerns.

Skills Required:
Working knowledge of spark ignition petrol engine fuel based calibrations/driveability and diagnostics with at least 5 years previous experience. Able to work with the ETAS INCA toolset to determine the calibration settings being used for the OBD functions. DMAIC problem solving ability, trained to a min of green belt or equivalent. Competent IT skills including Excel pivot tables, PowerPoint presentations. Full valid UK driving licence.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Having previously worked with/alongside a OEM SW supplier. Working knowledge of OEM petrol engine calibrations and diagnostics. Working knowledge of OEM warranty system (AWS) & Engineering release (WERS).

Experience Required:
Able to demonstrate data driven problem solving. Having worked with other similar OEM for at least 5 years in petrol engine calibration.

Experience Preferred:
Previous experience with OEM petrol engine calibration. Having worked in a service/customer environment.

Education Preferred:
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.

Powerpack Project Engineer - Basildon - £16.20 - 16.20 per hour (JAS-100614)

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Powerpack Project Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£16.20 - 16.20 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Project planning, control and documentation of assigned powerpack programs. Lead the powerpack PMT meeting. Coordinate/support the timely achievement of project deliverables with powertrain engineering teams (PSMT's) in particular: transmission, controls, calibration, base engine, exhaust, clutch. Plan updating and communication of gateway requirements for current and future program gateways.

Job Requirements
Liaise with related commodity teams to generate powerpack and powertrain assumptions & bill-of-material. Support regular communication through status reports and one pagers to PMT, PST and PIR meetings on program progress and agree on next steps. Support when necessary resolution of P/T concerns, including DPA issues. Represent (if required) powerpack team at related vehicle team meetings (VPMT). Major responsibilities listed do not necessarily include a description of all position responsibilities.

Skills Required:
Working knowledge of powertrain systems & attributes. Self motivated, good communicator and a team player with excellent interpersonal skills. Willingness to travel as necessary UK/D & occasionally US.

Details
Experience Required:
Experience in project management and control of product development projects. Knowledge of powertrain development process, preferably gained within component or project activity. Experience of OEM product development processes would be an advantage (GPDS, eFDVS & T&D).

Education Required:
Engineering Degree/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.

NVH Engineer - Coventry - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (JAS-100723)

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NVH Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£25.70 - 25.70 per hour

A NVH Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
NVH Engineer with 1D wave simulation skills

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Background of using 1D gas dynamic simulation software as analysis tools, experience in exhaust design and tuning. Carry out subsequent analysis of data using LMS, draw conclusions and report work, attend progress meetings. Would be required to work in a team environment.

Skills Preferred:
Candidate should have a proven ability for data analysis, assess data, draw considered conclusions, and advise subsequent actions. Field experience would be an advantage. Skills associated with turbo charged and supercharged applications would be advantageous.

Details
Experience Required:
Extensive NVH analysis and 1D gas dynamic simulation, preferably in powertrain environment.

Experience Preferred:
Experience of engine analysis.

Education Required:
Undergraduate degree / Diploma, in Engineering/Automotive/Acoustics.

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.

Diagnostics Team Leader - Basildon - £21.60 - 21.60 per hour (JAS-99537)

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Diagnostics Team Leader
Basildon, Essex, England
£21.60 - 21.60 per hour

A Diagnostics Team Leader is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Dunton, Basildon, Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Part II/Off Board Diagnostics Team Leader - Lead and facilitate cross functional team from software specification to service routine delivery.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Ability to facilitate and lead cross functional, internal and external teams. Self motivated with good team skills. Familiar with Part II specifications, PCM Hardware, Software. Proficient with MS Excel, Access and Word.

Skills Preferred:
Prepared to travel within Europe.

Details
Experience Required:
Powertrain control module. Service procedures/routines.

Experience Preferred:
OEM dealer tools. Diagnostic calibration. Experience in dealing with customers and suppliers.

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.

Powertrain Cooling Component Engineer - Gaydon - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (JAS-100689)

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Powertrain Cooling Component Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
This is a key role in powertrain cooling with responsibility for the component engineering element of cooling design. Capable in either the heat exchanger or pipe/tanks/valves. Powertrain cooling is responsible for the cooling design, development and sign off. It is organised into two component groups 1) Heat exchanger systems and 2) Pipes, tanks and valves, with supporting Development and System Strategies groups. The department is responsible for taking concept design from the Advanced Product Creation (APC) team, refining and driving those designs into production. The department has a wide variety of work, currently having major projects on most of the OEM model lines.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Experience of powertrain systems is strongly recommended. Ideas, CATIA V4 & CATIA V5 required. Core engineering experience, with the ability to evaluate problems and propose resolutions. The role will require an adaptable individual who is able to deal with a number of diverse tasks. Applicants should be able to demonstrate experience in a similar role. Construct overall delivery plan and maintain it. Work with other OEM CAD teams to import and export CAD data. Develop and validate CAD package/design to encompass all engine derivatives and lessons learned. Maintain CAD package/design to OEM standards and criteria. PC literate in all core packages. Team Centre trained.

Skills Preferred:
In addition the successful candidate should be able to work with the supplier base and drive in the principles and operating practices associated with GPDS. With specific focus on improving the focus on virtual sign-off design and sign-off prior to M1DJ, the successful candidate would be capable of working with the supplier base to improve their performance during this phase.

Details
Experience Required:
Understanding of powertrain installations and cooling. Minimum 3 years in automotive engineering. Flexible, motivated with strong negotiation and meeting skills. Must be able to foster good working relationships internally and drive suppliers to achieve goals. Proven ability to manage own workload, CAD and facilities to meet clear and defined targets. Must be able to communicate and able to present information in a concise and factual manner. Good working knowledge of OEM systems, WERS, eFDVS etc.

Education Required:
Proven experience in automotive engineering. Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a Mechanical Engineering discipline.

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

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

Test Engineer - Coventry - £17.70 - 17.70 per hour (JAS-99421)

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Test Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£17.70 - 17.70 per hour

A Test Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
To provide support for the ZF transmission calibration team of 11. Types of duties to be performed:
•Scheduling car repairs/reworks
•Diagnosing trans faults
•Re-flashing other fleet cars
•Organising sign-off drive events
•Provide logistical support when transporting cars/parts/people.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
INCA experience required. Must be able to manage own time and plan ahead. Knowledge of automotive elect system preferred. Excellent communication skills. Good PC skills including Microsoft Office. Full UK driving licence & meet medical requirements of testing in OEM facilities.

Details
Experience Required:
Must be familiar with automotive test environment - includes workshops.

Experience Preferred:
Experience of working in an engineering environment. Technical understanding of the powertrain & transmission systems would be useful.

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

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

EMS Controls Engineer - Coventry - £30.20 - 30.20 per hour (JAS-100555)

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EMS Controls Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£30.20 - 30.20 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
EMS Controls Engineer

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Successful delivery of at least 1 previous full EMS calibration project to meet whole world requirements for a major OEM or supplier. Proven project time line management. Working knowledge of vehicle interfaces development between Engine Management System and Vehicle (cruise control, CAN, etc). Working knowledge on use of model based calibration techniques, INCA, Matlab, Excel, Word, Project and Access. Working knowledge of the Bosch engine management system.

Details
Education Required:
Candidates must have a minimum of HNC/HND in electrical or electronic 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.

Powertrain System Leader - Coventry - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (JAS-100608)

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

A Powertrain System Leader is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
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, FEAD or sensors and actuators.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
The base engine, sensors, actuators and front end ancillaries drive (FEAD) departments are undergoing growth and need specialist engineers with delivery experience in areas of petrol / diesel system engineering, FEAD concept layout, electro-mechanical system engineering, fault diagnosis and technology strategy. Essential skills include and in-depth knowledge of base engine systems engineering either in a design environment of a development and test environment. High level of communication and organisational skills. In-depth knowledge of quality tools application and supplier management. For test engineers an in-depth knowledge of engine test methods on dyno and in vehicle a deep working knowledge of at least on specialised area of the department either within engine system design (petrol or diesel), engine test and development.

Details
Experience Required:
Candidates must have gained experience within an automotive OEM and have worked on base engine system, FEAD or sensors and actuators group or managed strategic dyno testing 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.

Development Engineer - Coventry - £21.10 - 21.10 per hour (JAS-100711)

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Development Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£21.10 - 21.10 per hour

A Development Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
The Development Engineer leads functional validation, issue resolution and delivery of the relevant DV activity for a particular engine program to support engineering sign-off, including testing on vehicles and rigs. They will be the key interface between the design group and test facilities directing specific development / durability activities and feeding the results back to the relevant customers ensuring results are delivered on time. They are involved in future product definition and are also responsible for test definition, maintaining the relevant test procedures.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Self driven with a strong engineering background, excellent team working skills and a working knowledge of engine management systems. Understanding of Product Development processes, GPDS principles, instrumentation and test facilities is desirable.

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

Details
Experience Required:
Demonstrate the ability to lead the resolution of technical 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 Diesel Engineer - Gaydon - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (JAS-100719)

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Powertrain Diesel Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Part of the Powertrain Diesel Business planning team which is responsible for the ensuring that budgets are properly identified and that the team delivers to these budgets. Key responsibilities will be compiling response to product development letters, monitoring headcount, managing supplier request for quotes and the raising of orders, compiling travel requests and supporting booking travel, compiling budget requests for equipment and ordering it.

Job Requirements
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 PT vehicle programme leaders and represent the Diesel Powertrain Department at budget reviews. Flexible, adaptable and excellent communicator - written and oral.

Skills Preferred:
Working knowledge of OEM project delivery & change management processes including GPDS, AIMS, and eFDVS. Experience of being responsible for the development of budget submissions and monitoring actual spend against budget.

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

Experience Preferred:
OEM specific process knowledge ideally gained in Product Development environment.

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 but will require working at Whitley as required a couple of days per week. 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.

Hybrid Electric Vehicle Engineer - Gaydon - £23.50 - 23.50 per hour (TFI-100641)

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Hybrid Electric Vehicle Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£23.50 - 23.50 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Lead the development of the Battery and Power Electronics Support Structures for Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) and Plug In Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV).

Job Requirements
Key tasks are:
•Requirements definition, including capturing cascaded vehicle and system level requirements
•Supplier evaluation and selection
•Develop component to meet quality targets using tools such as including boundary diagram, FMEA, quality history reviews, robustness checklist
•Lead CAE Engineers to assess the components' strength and durability
•Lead CAD Engineers and Packaging Engineers to develop mechanical design of support structures and package them on vehicles with agreement from all stake holders
•Develop and agree manufacturing and service strategies with manufacturing and service engineers
•Manage component and investment cost targets
•Manage suppliers' component delivery to support vehicle builds
•Develop Design Verification Plan (DVP) and conduct Design Verification Testing according to programme timing
•Report out status to project leaders

Details
Skills Required:
Mechanical design skills. Component development skills.

Experience Required:
Mechanical design experience essential.

Education Required:
HND level qualification or above.

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.

Stability Control Software Engineer - Gaydon - £28.70 - 28.70 per hour (TFI-99849)

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Stability Control Software Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£28.70 - 28.70 per hour

A Stability Control Software Engineer is required for ongoing contract opportunity in the Warwickshire area

Description
Defining customer level functions and usage cases for stability control systems and their associated software definition including interface and communication requirements. Agreeing these requirements with the software team leading to successful software design.

Job Requirements
The define of stability controls functions for implementation on new vehicle projects is to:
Develop functional requirements to deliver the required functions Create customer based usage cases to explain how the function should operate Develop these functions, functional requirements and usage cases to the supplier in order to enable a robust first application to delivery.
Skills Preferred:
Doors, Microsoft Office, CAN Analysis
Experience Required:
Experience in software function definition and interface specification for vehicle networks. Experience in CAN network protocols.

Experience Preferred:
Experience in vehicle stability control systems and their associated interfaces

Details

Education Required: Engineering or electronic engineering degree
Education Preferred:
Engineering or electronic engineering masters

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.

HVAC Control Systems Engineer - Coventry - £30.20 - 30.20 per hour (TFI-99176)

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HVAC Control Systems Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£30.20 - 30.20 per hour

A HVAC Control Systems Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
HVAC Control Systems Engineer

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Thorough understanding of model based design and development processes. Expertise in modern control theory.

Skills Preferred:
Understanding of engineering design; quality toolsets/processes; electrical load management and architecture.

Experience Required:
Proven track record in delivery of control solutions for hardware and software in automotive applications.

Details
Experience Preferred:
Knowledge of vehicle based features. Understanding of the Global Product Development System (GPDS).

Education Required:
Engineering Degree or equivalent

Education Preferred:
The candidate must be proficient in functional modelling in Matlab/Simulink. Preferably have previously generated automated DVP test sequences for hardware in the loop testing.

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.

UML / Stateflow Software Engineer - Coventry - £31.40 - 31.40 per hour (TFI-99457)

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UML / Stateflow Software Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£31.40 - 31.40 per hour

A UML / Stateflow Software Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
Development and Management of Requirements UML / Stateflow Models for Next Generation Infotainment (NGI) with a view to the link to HMI frameworks. Support of HMI team reviews of the models and software requirements, including autocoding the HMI from their tools and simulation. Required to support RFQ in June 2011, and onwards into software production.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Software and functionality of UML / Stateflow skills when linked to HMI, understanding of object orientated software architecture and design.

Skills Preferred:
HMI Frameworks - QT DOORS Rhapsody Clearcase Linux C++ Open GL

Details
Experience Required:
Past experience of Modelling HMI in automotive, consumer electronics, web design, games or telecomms industry.

Education Required:
Engineering Software or IT Qualification

Education Preferred:
Ideally degree qualified

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

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

Hybrid Controls Engineer - Gaydon - £31 per hour (TFI-98271)

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Hybrid Controls Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£31 per hour

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

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

Job Requirements
Position Description:
Development of the vehicle controls algorithm and new functionality for Micro Hybrid or Full Hybrid vehicles. Test and simulation through Simulink/Stateflow. Documentation including model specifications and calibration guides. Accountable to Manager of the Hybrid Controls Team.

Skills Required:
Specialist knowledge required for the role: Automotive experience and knowledge of powertrain control is required. Experience in writing and maintaining requirements for control software for real-time embedded systems. Experience in turning high level requirements into control code. Capable of validating the control code through use of software validation tools and in the HIL environment. Capable in Simulink and preferably Target Link. Experience of DOORS requirements management tool desirable. Experience of liaising with suppliers on control and software related issues. An electronic/software background would be a minimum for this role.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Skills experience of PT controls. Experience of other system control systems. Creation of control software in Simulink. Experience in liaising with suppliers on control issues and software. Creation of control software in target link.

Experience Required:
Experience in software environment including C+, capability to use software quality tools and processes.

Education Preferred:
MSc in Control Engineering

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

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

Electro-mechanical Switches Project Manager - Coventry - £30.20 - 30.20 per hour (TFI-99460)

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Electro-mechanical Switches Project Manager
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£30.20 - 30.20 per hour

An Electro-mechanical Switches Project Manager is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Whitley.

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

Job Requirements
Position Description:
Project management and design of electro-mechanical switches. Development of electrical system for user controls.

Details
Skills Required:
A surface development, switch design or electro-mechanical design, project management, ability to develop electrical system interfaces. Knowledge of LIN.

Skills Preferred:
Switch design and development or A surface development 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.

Power Supply Systems Engineer - Basildon - £25.80 - 25.80 per hour (TFI-100467)

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Power Supply Systems Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£25.80 - 25.80 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Power Supply Systems Engineer

Job Requirements
Manage cross carline power supply systems including smart regen charging implementation and sign off.

Skills Required:
Knowledge of vehicle systems engineering, preferably charging systems or engine control strategies.

Details
Experience Required:
Previous systems engineering. Knowledge of OEM sign off procedures. Ability to sign off electrical system on test boards and vehicles.

Education Required:
Candidates must have a minimum of HNC/HND in electrical or electronic 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.

Process & Business Development Engineer - Gaydon - £25.60 - 25.60 per hour (TFI-100632)

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Process & Business Development Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£25.60 - 25.60 per hour

A Process & Business Development Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
Project Engineer, Process & Business Development

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
•Ability to manage and lead process development and business change
•Facilitation skills - ability to lead and direct cross-functional workgroups (including interaction with senior management)
•Strong analytical and problem solving skills
•Presentation skills - ability to present to senior management and deliver rollout/training material

Skills Preferred:
Process/value stream mapping

Details
Experience Required:
Experience of successfully leading/managing business change in the commercial environment of a medium to large enterprise.

Experience Preferred:
Experience of purchasing in an automotive or similar environment.

Education Required:
HND or equivalent in business/process management or similar.

Education Preferred:
Degree or equivalent in business/process management or similar.

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.

NVH Engineer - Gaydon - £29.90 - 29.90 per hour (JWI-100486)

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NVH Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£29.90 - 29.90 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
NVH Engineer

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
The successful candidate will have an in depth knowledge of NVH principles and techniques and a proven track record in NVH problem solving at a vehicle level. Experience in target setting, component specification and vehicle build support are additional requirements. The candidate must be capable of working under own initiative but be prepared to document findings, make recommendations and report out results at a senior level.

Skills Preferred:
Experience in using LMS test lab as the core NVH software.

Details
Experience Required:
Extensive minimum NVH background ideally in a vehicle environment.

Experience Preferred:
Issue resolution experience of Powertrain / Body / Chassis NVH problems.

Education Required:
Degree Level in an Engineering related discipline

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

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

Catia V5 CAD Engineer - Coventry - £26.10 - 26.10 per hour (KDN-100630)

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Catia V5 CAD Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£26.10 - 26.10 per hour

A Catia V5 CAD Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
Catia V5 CAD Engineer for Cabin Systems

Creation of CAD geometry in support of AIM resolution for virtual series culminating in M1DJ and FDJ. Provide CAD support, leading and progressing the design in line with the programme timescales and deliverable cadence. Ensure data is up to date and reflects the required levels of maturity at any given point in time. Liaise with other areas within Body Engineering, other affected functional areas, the supply base and programme teams, to ensure system compatibility issues are resolved in a timely manner.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Catia V5 is a minimum requirement. Engineering knowledge of cabin systems design, function, performance, production & manufacturing requirements.

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

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

Education Required:
Ideally degree educated

Additional Information:
Position will migrate to Gaydon July 2011

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 Safety Delivery Engineer - Coventry - £23.80 - 23.80 per hour (JWI-100624)

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Vehicle Safety Delivery Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£23.80 - 23.80 per hour

A Vehicle Safety Delivery Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
Vehicle Safety Delivery Engineer

The position is to deliver the agreed vehicle safety targets for a major new product. The role requires the applicant to integrate the activities of design, package, occupant restraints, restraints electronics, BIW and other component groups to deliver safety performance. The role also includes planning and analysis of tests.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Engineering development skills. Mechanical and data analysis skills.

Skills Preferred:
Familiar with crash CAE, test protocols, test laboratories.

Details
Experience Required:
Applicants should be familiar with vehicle safety integration and testing activity. The applicant should be familiar with aspects of vehicle architecture, legal and consumer safety standards.

Experience Preferred:
The applicant should be able to critique system and component design and CAE model output, but is not expected to build or run CAE models.

Education Required:
HND

Education Preferred:
Degree: Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Maths, Systems Engineering, Physics

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.

Programme Attribute Team Leader - Gaydon - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (JWI-100574)

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Programme Attribute Team Leader
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£25.70 - 25.70 per hour

A Programme Attribute Team Leader is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
Programme Attribute Team Leader, HMI (Human Machine Interface) and A&U (Accommodation & Usability).

Job Requirements
For specific new vehicle programmes, take project management responsibility for development of the Human Machine Interface, Accommodation and Usability: i.e. develop & set targets, develop the vehicle concept with Design & Engineering, ensure adherence to relevant standards, lead problem resolution and validate delivery throughout the vehicle design & development process. Report status using formal documentation (e.g. eFDVS) and act as the attribute single point of contact for the programme team.

Skills Required:
Sound understanding of good HMI & ergonomic design principles for vehicle systems user-controls. Statistical analysis, problem solving & root-cause analysis. Clear and concise communicator. Ability to produce formal documentation to a professional standard. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to short timescales & deadlines. Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised within the local team and interfacing across business functions.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Interpretation of customer quality data (e.g. JD Power). Design of experiments (HMI & Ergonomics).

Experience Required:
Design & validation of electronic systems functionality (in particular, user-interfaces) e.g. HMI/functionality specifications creation, set-up & conduct user-trials. Vehicle design for driver & passenger accommodation and usability.

Experience Preferred:
Familiarity with Premium automotive sector, products and features. Competitor research/benchmarking (physical & web-based).

Education Required:
Educated to degree level in a related discipline (Human Factors, Ergonomics and/or Engineering).

Education Preferred:
Higher qualification (e.g. MSc in Human Factors).

Additional Information:
This role is based at Gaydon, but will also require frequent working 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.

Catia V5 CAD Engineer - Coventry - £26.10 - 26.10 per hour (KDN-100563)

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Catia V5 CAD Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£26.10 - 26.10 per hour

A Catia V5 CAD Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
Catia V5 CAD Engineer Cockpit Systems - Creation of CAD geometry in support of AIM resolution for Virtual Series culminating in M1DJ and FDJ. Provide CAD support, leading and progressing the design in line with the programme timescales and deliverable cadence. Ensure data is up to date and reflects the required levels of maturity at any given point in time. Liaise with other areas within Body Engineering, other affected functional areas, the supply base and programme teams, to ensure system compatibility issues are resolved in a timely manner.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Catia V5 is a minimum requirement. Engineering knowledge of Cockpit/Climate Systems design, function, performance, production & manufacturing requirements.

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

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

Education Required:
Ideally degree educated

Additional Information:
Position will migrate to Gaydon July 2011

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.

Automatic Transmission & Driveline Engineer - Coventry - £28.70 - 28.70 per hour (TFI-98616)

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Automatic Transmission & Driveline Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£28.70 - 28.70 per hour

An Automatic Transmission & Driveline ElectronicDevelopment Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Whitley.

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

Job Requirements
Position Description:
Automatic Transmission & Driveline Control Unit Development Engineer

a) Development of software & hardware functional requirements for new vehicle programmes
b) Validation of the controller hardware & software on vehicles and test rigs
c) Develop & maintain Design Verification Procedures
d) Support EMC & End of Line Production testing

Skills Required:
Good electronics background with a proven record of on time project delivery. Software & hardware specification, validation & engineering sign-off. Good problem solving techniques and skills, including experience of fault finding/system de-bugging. Good communication and presentation skills, good PC/IT skills, flexible, committed, self starter. A valid UK driving licence.

Details
Experience Required:
Experience of control unit software & hardware functional requirements specification. Experience of control unit software & hardware testing, development & diagnostics. Would consider a highly motivated, enthusiastic & reliable recent graduate with a sound educational background in a relevant subject & a strong interest in the automotive industry.

Experience Preferred:
Good experience of powertrain or chassis control systems. Working knowledge of INCA or other vehicle CAN communication tools would be an advantage. Knowledge of automotive quality processes, including hazard analysis, DFMEA`s, customer data analysis. Knowledge of OEM/major supplier project delivery processes would be desirable.

Education Required:
Relevant qualifications in automotive engineering, electronics, or control systems (Degree preferred but not 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.

Automatic Transmission Calibration Engineer - Coventry - £31.20 - 31.20 per hour (JAS-98968)

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Automatic Transmission Calibration Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£31.20 - 31.20 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
The position is part of an established team of 12 responsible for the shift scheduling of all applications with ZF auto transmissions. The position will be part of a smaller project team in the delivery phase with J1 in 2012cy. The position will be Whitley based with day to day calibration work also taking place at Gaydon. Some travel to other UK and foreign test sites is also expected. Auto transmission calibrator required.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
ASIS knowledge. ETAS Inca package, must be at a working level with no support required. MS Excel - must be able to analyse data from logs. Recent experience with EMS teams petrol or diesel.

Skills Preferred:
Excel competent. INCA at a working level.

Details
Experience Required:
Recent working knowledge of ZF ASIS control. Must have working experience of working with EMS calibration team and auto trans supplier to resolve torque issues and to achieve required attribute balance. Must have working knowledge of CAN based electical systems. Full clean UK driving license.

Education Required:
Degree qualified in a engineering discipline.

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

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

Thermal Test & Methods Development Engineer - Gaydon - £28.30 - 28.30 per hour (JAS-100164)

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Thermal Test & Methods Development Engineer
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£28.30 - 28.30 per hour

A Thermal Test & Methods Development Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Gaydon, Warwickshire.

Description
Position Description:
Thermal Test & Methods Development Engineer (Calibration Lead) responsible for the preparation, test and data analysis of prototype vehicles across a variety of vehicle programmes.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Proven fleet management and XCL T&D experience in climatic facilities, track testing and in-market (without further training) vital to role. Also a working knowledge of OEM thermal processes, calibration software & protocols, workshops and departments is important to this role. Experience of thermal CWT/HET testing along with a detailed knowledge of vehicle CAN, diagnostic etc systems critical. Willingness to work flexible hours to cover CWT shift patterns where required.

Skills Preferred:
The ability to analyse and condense large amounts of test data (without detailed mentoring) along with a good team-working approach to tasks. Ability to cascade information to rest of T&D team and programme PAT Leaders.

Details
Experience Required:
Experience of thermal and/or cooling whole-vehicle test work with proven results delivery.

Experience Preferred:
PAT attribute skills.

Education Required:
Previous vehicle test and/or calibration experience is core to this role.

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.

P&E Senior Engine Development Engineer - Basildon - £23.70 - 23.70 per hour (JAS-100199)

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P&E Senior Engine Development Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£23.70 - 23.70 per hour

A P&E Senior Engine Development Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Dunton, Basildon, Essex.

Description
Position Description:
P&E Senior Engine Development Engineer – Gasoline

Job Requirements
Plan and lead the development of Engine Performance & Economy (P&E) targets to meet overall vehicle targets. Track progress and status of powertrain hardware to deliver P&E targets. Issue technical reports & program status documentation for all hardware evaluation and key program decisions. Support of dyno based calibration activity in support of program. Lead dyno and engine hardware interface on program into support and customer areas. Management of daily dyno plan for both hardware & calibration development. Support technical reviews at key gateways, where requested as per relevant program or PT Timing Plan. Release of calibrations for other rig users & plants. Troubleshooting support for other rig users and engine DV/PV as needed. Liaison with hardware suppliers/plant/calibration teams as needed.

Skills Required:
Knowledge of gasoline combustion system, ability to evaluate and analyse key attributes and calibrate engine accordingly.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Engine/calibration trouble shooting, program management.

Experience Required:
Dyno-based gasoline engine development, calibration and evaluation.

Education Required:
Automotive Engineering Degree or similar

Education Preferred:
Gasoline combustion-specific qualification

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.

Comfort Controls Module Leader - Coventry - £30.20 - 30.20 per hour (TFI-99174)

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Comfort Controls Module Leader
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£30.20 - 30.20 per hour

A Comfort Controls Module Leader is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
Comfort Controls Saloons Module Leader

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Engineering project management
Vehicle system/component design understanding essential

Skills Preferred:
Understanding of engineering design quality toolsets/processes. Ability to communicate to all levels.

Details
Experience Required:
Proven track record in engineering project management and delivery. Confident in delivering presentations.

Experience Preferred:
Knowledge of automotive electrical systems essential. Understanding of the Global Product Development System.

Education Required:
Engineering Degree 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.

Project Engineer - Mechanical Services - 20441 - 19.58 Ltd Co - Gaydon - £19.60 - 19.60 per hour (JWT-100757)

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Project Engineer - Mechanical Services - 20441 - 19.58 Ltd Co
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£19.60 - 19.60 per hour

Position Description:

Project Engineer - Mechanical Services (3 Month Contract)
Skills Required:

Management and delivery of construction and building projects, a civil background would be advantageous. Will be required to write tender specifications, select suppliers and then oversee the project through to full installation, commissioning and final acceptance.

Skills Preferred:
Autocad and MS Project

Experience Required:
Working knowledge of buildings and services within

Experience Preferred:
Good proficiency using Microsoft packages

Education Required:
Good standard of education

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.

Production Test Engineer - Hampshire - £20000 - £24000 (KAL-100666)

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Production Test Engineer
Hampshire, England
£20000 - £24000

Production Test Engineer to join this industry leader in the design and manufacture of sensor and optical surveillance systems for military and security applications. From its inception, the company has designed and manufactured equipment, specialising in highly capable electro-optical systems deployed for long periods of time, often operating in harsh environments, where high reliability is essential to a successful outcome.

The role is based in Hampshire and is commutable from Basingstoke, Winchester, Salisbury, Marlborough and Newbury.
As a result of continuing expansion a position has arisen in the busy production department for a test technician to be responsible for:
Inspection and test of small electro-mechanical assemblies and associated cables, both in-process and as completed product. Use of test equipment such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes and other typical bench equipment. Manual Testing. Generate test procedures. Fault-finding. Documentation and process compliance.
Excellent communication skills verbal and written, and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office is essential (to intermediate level).

A competitive salary is offered, with a comprehensive benefits package

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.

Material Planner - Leicester - £12.75/hr Ltd Co. rate (RST-100786)

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Material Planner
Leicester, Leicestershire, England
£12.75/hr Ltd Co. rate

We are recruiting for 2x Material Planners, based in Leicester on an ongoing contract basis.

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

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

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

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

Project Engineer - Civil Engineering - 20443 - 19.58 Ltd Co - Gaydon - £19.60 - 19.60 per hour + �19.58 Ltd Co Rate (JWT-100756)

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Project Engineer - Civil Engineering - 20443 - 19.58 Ltd Co
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£19.60 - 19.60 per hour + ?19.58 Ltd Co Rate

Position Description:

Project Engineer - Civil Engineering (3 Month Contract)

Skills Required:
Management and delivery of construction and building projects, a civil background would be advantageous. Will be required to write tender specifications, select suppliers and then oversee the project through to full installation, commissioning and final acceptance.

Skills Preferred:
Autocad and MS Project

Experience Required:
Working knowledge of buildings and services within

Experience Preferred:
Good proficiency using Microsoft packages

Education Required:
Good standard of education

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.

Project Engineer - Mechanical Services - 20441 - 19.58 Ltd Co - Gaydon - £19.60 - 19.60 per hour + �19.58 Ltd Co Rate (JWT-100757)

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Project Engineer - Mechanical Services - 20441 - 19.58 Ltd Co
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£19.60 - 19.60 per hour + ?19.58 Ltd Co Rate

Position Description:

Project Engineer - Mechanical Services (3 Month Contract)
Skills Required:

Management and delivery of construction and building projects, a civil background would be advantageous. Will be required to write tender specifications, select suppliers and then oversee the project through to full installation, commissioning and final acceptance.

Skills Preferred:
Autocad and MS Project

Experience Required:
Working knowledge of buildings and services within

Experience Preferred:
Good proficiency using Microsoft packages

Education Required:
Good standard of education

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.