Senior Manufacturing Engineer - West Midlands - £0 per year + Competitive market rate (KYU-101280)

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

We are looking to recruit an experienced and proven Senior Manufacturing Engineer for a 1st Tier Automotive supplier based in Coventry.

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer will possess excellent project management ability to support new capital investment projects and lead and manage the full commissioning and installation of machinery and equipment for said project.
Key Responsibilities:-

Deputise for Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Site project Management
Lead Project Engineers and assign project based actions
Generate SOP s in standard format in line with a process for verification auditing
Carry out Verification Audits
OEE Downtime Analysis and Implementation of corrective actions
Introduction of new products design, development, routing, ISIR, PPAP, tooling requirements
Preparation of part drawings, op sheets and tool setting drawings.
Design, develop, source tooling, handling and fixtures
Control modification of products minor changes to complete re-ISIR
Maintenance of SAP files including logic creation
Using a team based approach compile FMEA s and review regularly
Plan and co-ordinate equipment movements and layouts in line with manufacturing lean philosophy
Support quality department with 8D activity
Degree in Production Engineering or HNC with relevant experience
Manufacturing engineering experience
Engineering Apprenticeship useful
Pref. Metal cutting background, pref. Automotive
New Product Introduction
Liaison with suppliers and customers
Project Management
Good communicator
Flexibility to operate in a dynamic environment.
Ability to operate in an effective manner and work within a team environment
Team Player
Hands on Engineer

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

Senior Specialist Engineer - FPGA - Aylesbury - Salary Negotiable (PKT-99239)

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Senior Specialist Engineer - FPGA
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England
Salary Negotiable

A leading supplier to the global aerospace industry. Its products and services support every major civil and military aerospace programme in the western world, from helicopters to the latest generation of commercial and military jets.

A position has become available for a Senior Specialist Engineer for FPGA design.

This role is based in Buckinghamshire, close to the M1 and is commutable from Aylesbury, Hemel Hempstead, Milton Keynes and Luton.

The role is principally to design, validate, verify, certify and maintain new conceptual and existing FPGA/ASICs designs, reaching compliance for DO-254 certification.

Away from your core role, as the Senior Specialist Engineer you may be required to carry out assignments in other departments throughout the company.
This is a permanent role with an immediate start, paying a competitive salary with additional benefits. To be considered, you must have a demonstratable background in FPGA design (ideally VHDL), simulation experience (Modelsim) and fitting (Actel or Xilinx).

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 Group Manager - 2755 - Peterborough - £35,650-£44,000 (GWOC-101289)

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Operations Group Manager - 2755
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England
£35,650-£44,000

We are seeking to appoint an Operations Group Manager on a permanent basis in Peterborough.

As Operations Group Manager, you will be a dedicated, self-motivated leader who will work in a highly responsive production environment. They will be responsible for the development and engagement of a diverse team that will drive process enhancement and continuous improvement within a dedicated area.

The Group Manager will direct an assigned production area in the manufacture and/or assembly of quality parts to meet established production requirements. This role owns and sets the overall direction for the value stream(s) in a given area, with overall responsibility for PQVC performance of the value stream(s) including MQ12005 certification and Assessment scores

Reporting directly to this position are Section Managers and various levels of Operations support personnel.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Accountable for embedding guiding principles within the area of responsibility
* Lead and motivate a production team with a dedicated and positive attitude
* Maintain competitiveness and support a continual learning environment
* Accountable for specific goals on safety, employee engagement, quality, efficiency and cost
* Develop and be accountable for daily, weekly and monthly production schedules

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Essential:
* Significant relevant experience within a supervisory role, ideally at a management level will also be considered
* The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate good oral and written communication ability along with strong interpersonal skills
* They will also be able to demonstrate knowledge and the application of IT skills
* Proven experience in managing performance is essential for the role
* Requires a thorough knowledge of processes and tools, manufacturing operations, general knowledge of related areas
* Excellent interpersonal skills are required to develop a cooperative work relationship with others inside and outside the department

Desirable:
* Knowledge of SAP and previous experience in the management of continuous improvement projects such as lean manufacturing or 6 Sigma would be desirable
* Applicants will preferably hold a degree in an engineering or business related discipline together with proven supervisory and/or management experience
* Previous experience as an Operations Section Manager is desireable

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.

Procurement Manager - Oxfordshire (LO-100727)

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Procurement Manager
Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Leamington Spa, Stratford Upon Avon, Warwick, Daventry

A Procurement Manager is required by this high performance engineering company who work with a range of high technology industries, including Motorsport and Aerospace. The Procurement Manager is responsible for all aspects of procurement for a Value Stream (VS) and reports up through the Supply Chain organisation, in order to ensure consistency with established Supply Chain strategies but also has a focused dotted line relationship to the Program Manager/Value Stream.
As Procurement Manager you will manage all PIM purchase orders and resource allocation (including PIM sourcing transition), from initial hardware requirements to full rate and handover to VS and develop and implement all best practice initiatives. You will also ensure all PPV is managed and reduced in accordance with budget needs, ensure adherence to VS savings in line with commodity plan and strategy, represent site as a point of contact and representative for VS supply chain issues to external customers as required, ensure improved indirect purchase order management and drive down the indirect purchasing cost with support from Commodity Managers. In addition, you will ensure all transfers into DLF/KANBAN and schedule needs are met, identify future transfer options and manage execution with VS and SC, provide the management of the escalation process as and when required, ensure there is a good flow of communication and understanding between SC (NPI, Commodity Managers, and Supplier Development) and the VS and maintain best practice for system parameters.
You must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage multiple projects effectively, strong organisation, planning and tactical execution abilities, an understanding of purchasing systems, excellent written and verbal communication ability, in depth understanding of Supply Chain Management practices as well as automated and manual procurement systems. Being a Certified Lean Practitioner/Six Sigma Black Belt is an advantage.

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

Buyer - Oxfordshire (LO-100730)

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Buyer
Oxfordshire, Warwickshire, Leamington Spa, Stratford Upon Avon, Warwick, Daventry

A talented Buyer is required for this high performance engineering company. As Buyer, you will report to the Senior Buyer and be responsible for the Supplier performance management in a New Product Introduction ( NPI ) and OEM environment.
As Buyer you will implement sourcing strategies as directed by the SCM, own the Purchasing Work Package for a given number of projects, manage supplier relationships to achieve key project milestones, compile and issue requests for quotation (RFQs) utilising the company supplier selection process, analyse results and make selection recommendations, facilitate stakeholder reviews and action outcomes, work with New Product Introduction teams and engineering to ensure that new requirements and amendments are quickly identified and that supply solutions are in place to meet project timescales, act as Bid Cost Tracker control and achieve business case costs including NRC s, BOM configuration and control, MRP management, setting up and controlling the MRP in line with program and business requirements and order management.
You will have an understanding of business processes with a high Degree of commercial acumen, be able to communicate effectively internally and externally, be action focused and driven to deliver concrete and sustainable results. You must have a
CIPs qualification and or Degree classification in business or engineering. You must also be able to demonstrate a track record of delivering KPI improvement in an aerospace environment working either independently or as part of a multifunctional team. Engineering knowledge/exposure is a plus together with 5 years procurement experience in Aerospace / Automotive or Electrical industries and experience of utilising lean CI techniques.

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

Key Account Manger - Rugby - £22k - 23k per year (SMA-101271)

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Key Account Manger
Rugby, Warwickshire, England
£22k - 23k per year

 

We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and hardworking individual with relevant experience in account management
to join our successful and expanding company. Based at our site in Rugby your primary activities will be to manage a
selection of high revenue key accounts from order receipt through to finished goods shipment.

You will be the link between the client and our company, anticipating and understanding the client`s specific needs and
offering solutions. The solutions could be in the form of service, information or product related. You will be responsible for
providing excellent customer service without compromising the best interests of the Company. Your goal is to create
credibility, build strong, lasting client relationships and earn the client`s trust.You will be working as part of a team in a busy environment so the ability to work under pressure is essential. 

Create and manage daily production requirements from the customer to ensure demands are met

Create and manage purchasing requirements

Interface between Commercial and Production areas to facilitate On Time In Full to achieve targets and K.P.I s 

To expedite orders through all manufacturing processes 

Communicating, supporting, and managing your portfolio of key clients and contracts

Sheet metal experience would be a bonus, 

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

Senior Buyer - Strategic - West Midlands - Attractive Salary & Benefits (LO-97976)

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Senior Buyer - Strategic
Birmingham, Worcestershire, Staffordshire, Leicester, Solihull, Warwick, West Bromwich, Dudley, Coventry, Tamworth,
Attractive Salary & Benefits

This major Aerospace company manufactures complex engineered products. Processes principally include machining, assembly and test. This is a forward thinking company, committed to modern manufacturing processes with a very strong order book. It is now looking for a Strategy Development Manager to develop supply chain strategies with best in class suppliers that deliver year on year quality, cost and delivery benefits and consistently meet the requirements of its internal and external customers.
As a Strategy Development Leader you will be responsible for the overall development of commodity strategies in line with the company`s requirements. You will ensure suppliers know how to do business with the company, develop effective supplier relationships and Long Term Supplier Agreements with year on year QCD improvements and carry out benchmarking activities to ensure the supply base remains competitive. You will use the company`s best practice tools to evaluate new potential suppliers, monitor the financial health of key suppliers, support commodity strategies and understand and take advantage of new technologies in Manufacturing and Product. You will also ensure awareness of the company`s Make vs Buy initiatives.
You should be educated to a minimum level of HNC and have exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels internally and externally.
You will be computer literate including competence in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word and be a capable analyst with strong experience of facilitation skills. You will also have financial competence and relevant experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain with an appreciation and basic understanding of production engineering/design engineering. Experience of the Aerospace industry or low volume/high technology" industry is an asset. You must be able to think outside the box, be focused, committed, Instinctive, capable of driving issues through to completion, a good Team player and have Legal competence - Terms and Conditions.

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

Buyer - New Product Introduction - Birmingham (LO-99153)

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Buyer - New Product Introduction
Birmingham

Leading Automotive Tier 1 seeks Buyer with extensive Project and NPI experience. Webasto Roof Systems Ltd has been established in the UK for almost 30 years and is looking to maintain and bolster its position with a number of key appointments. Working in a challenging but collaborative environment with a complex, technically innovative product for some of the largest and most successful automotive OEMs in the world.

It is now actively looking to recruit talented Buyers. Ideally, you will have significant experience with NPI / Project or Program purchasing within an Automotive Assembly environment.
As Buyer you will have strategic responsibility for co-ordinating NPI or Project purchasing activities in all areas of new programs from sourcing, through to negotiation / order placement and follow up, in accordance with all specifications, quality standards and purchasing procedures.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a global organisation that has a reputation for innovative products. As a Buyer this role would provide career development and challenge within an international environment.
Ideally, you will be Degree / CIPS qualified. With at least 2 years purchasing experience within a dynamic and fast paced manufacturing environment - ideally Automotive Tier 1.

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.

STA Engineer - Warwick - Job Car + Attractive Benefits Package (LO-97502)

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STA Engineer
Warwickshire, Coventry, Solihull, Midlands, Oxfordshire, Leicestershire, Midlands
Job Car + Attractive Benefits Package

Jaguar Land Rover is a business built around two great British car brands that design, engineer and manufacture in the UK. With a world-renowned reputation for the development and marketing of a world-class range of the most desirable and exhilarating vehicles money can buy, Jaguar Land Rover sells its products in over 150 markets worldwide and they are going from strength to strength. As part of its rapidly expanding and dynamic Purchasing function, as a supplier development professional you will be joining a truly global business with a rich heritage and exciting growth plans for the future.
The supplier development/supplier technical assistance function is responsible for the capacity and quality performance of all new product and current vehicle suppliers and performs an important role within the Purchasing Department.

There are a number of positions for Supplier Technical / Supplier Development Engineers within this function. The Supplier Technical Assistance function at Jaguar Land Rover is responsible for planning, monitoring and controlling supplier manufacturing processes and activities to enable high quality and on time execution of product programmes effectively and efficiently whilst maintaining and improving current car performance.
Skills, experience and qualifications required:
Qualified to degree level within an engineering or business discipline
Experienced within a Vehicle Engineering/Quality function and familiar with the Global Product Development System
Knowledge and experience of APQP/PPAP/8D
Able to facilitate resolution of complex cross-functional issues
Good leadership/negotiation/communication and interpersonal skills
Able to operate effectively at all levels of the organisation
Self-motivated and able to work on their own initiative
Computer literate

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

STA Engineer - Warwick - Job Car + Attractive Benefits Package (LO-97502)

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STA Engineer
Warwickshire, Coventry, Solihull, Midlands, Oxfordshire, Leicestershire, Midlands
Job Car + Attractive Benefits Package

Jaguar Land Rover is a business built around two great British car brands that design, engineer and manufacture in the UK. With a world-renowned reputation for the development and marketing of a world-class range of the most desirable and exhilarating vehicles money can buy, Jaguar Land Rover sells its products in over 150 markets worldwide and they are going from strength to strength. As part of its rapidly expanding and dynamic Purchasing function, as a supplier development professional you will be joining a truly global business with a rich heritage and exciting growth plans for the future.
The supplier development/supplier technical assistance function is responsible for the capacity and quality performance of all new product and current vehicle suppliers and performs an important role within the Purchasing Department.

There are a number of positions for Supplier Technical / Supplier Development Engineers within this function. The Supplier Technical Assistance function at Jaguar Land Rover is responsible for planning, monitoring and controlling supplier manufacturing processes and activities to enable high quality and on time execution of product programmes effectively and efficiently whilst maintaining and improving current car performance.
Skills, experience and qualifications required:
Qualified to degree level within an engineering or business discipline
Experienced within a Vehicle Engineering/Quality function and familiar with the Global Product Development System
Knowledge and experience of APQP/PPAP/8D
Able to facilitate resolution of complex cross-functional issues
Good leadership/negotiation/communication and interpersonal skills
Able to operate effectively at all levels of the organisation
Self-motivated and able to work on their own initiative
Computer literate

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

CMM Programmer - Wellingborough - £15 - 23 per hour + 15/hr to 23/hr (JSK-98375)

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CMM Programmer
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England
£15 - 23 per hour + 15/hr to 23/hr

The company is a leading international development partner to the automobile and engine industry. They are looking for a CMM Programmer for a 3+ month contract

To assist in all aspects of operational quality and also to support all manufacturing.

Experience of programming Mitutoyo equipment using Cosmos and possess scanning skills

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

Maintenance Technician (Machine Tool) - Northamptonshire (JSK-99178)

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Maintenance Technician (Machine Tool)
Northamptonshire, England

The company is a leading international development partner to the automobile and engine industry. They are currently undergoing a period of increasing growth and are looking to hire a Maintenance Technician with experience of repairing Machine Tools.

The role will be part of a team responsible for the safe maintenance, servicing, installation and operation of plant, machinery and equipment.

The roles are offered on a long term contract or permanent basis Main duties will include:

ensure all plant, machinery and ancillary equipment is maintained

Carry out systematic fault finding on all equipment

Undertake machine servicing to implement PPM programmes on machines

Promote and implement improvements into the engineering of the plant and maximise energy efficiencies

Ensure good housekeeping practices are followed

Provide callout mainetenance cover outside normal work hours

Complete all relevant paperwork

Work to and comply with all Health, Safety and Environmental matters including completion of all reports and paperwork

Take responsibility for contractors on site

You will have

ONC/HNC in Electrical or Mechanical engineering (or equivalent) together with a completed recognised Craft Apprenticeship

Ideally hold 17th edition IEE (16th is acceptable)

You will have experience of:

CNC and manual machine tool fault diagnosis and repair

Be capable of working on your own initiative within a busy production environment

an understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems

A knowledge of CNC machine control systems would be an advantage

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

Instrument & Control Engineering Team Leader - Corringham (JWT-100696)

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Instrument & Control Engineering Team Leader
Corringham, Essex, England

Our client is a global energy group operating from more than 100 countries worldwide. Their branding and reputation is respected throughout the world serving on average 13 million customers every day.

The successful candidate will be responsible to lead a team of professional Instrument and Control Engineers to optimise refinery plant performance by improvements to Instrument and Control availability, safety and efficiency by continuous improvement to working practices through standards, technology and group networks.
The position requires the candidate to provide long term vision for Instrumentation and Control to the whole refinery, liaising with business development, advanced control, projects, process engineering, production operations and maintenance, production planning and other engineering disciplines and specialists.

To identify new initiatives for improvement and actively promotes the project improvement process.

To manage the activities of the Instrument and Control engineering team.

To be accountable for the training and development of the Instrument Area Engineers, Analyser Engineer, SIS Engineer and DCS and DCS Specialist Engineers.

To be responsible for setting and monitoring progress against set objectives for Instrument and Control Engineering Team.

To acts as a coach and mentor for developing graduate Instrument and Control Engineers.

To lead the Instrument and Control Functional Work Group (FWG) activities. As the FWG Leader, is responsible for monitoring performance of refinery wide Equipment Maintenance Strategies (EMS) for Instrumentation and Control equipment.
Broad experience petrochemical instrument installations and maintenance techniques. (Degree level qualification or comparable; Chartered status preferred)

Proficient in the use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to collate and analyse data.

Ability to work closely within a multifunctional team recognising and balancing area needs against functional requirements.

Demonstrated competency as defined by the Refinery Professional competency maps for Levels H - G.

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

Project Engineer - 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.

Design Engineer-Solidworks - West Midlands (GSI-100564)

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Design Engineer-Solidworks
West Midlands, England

Design Engineer-Solidworks

Ref: W/100564 | West Midlands

Package: Negotiable

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Design Engineer (Solidworks) with a Mechanical Bias Required for Firm in the Midlands-Permanent Opportunity

Description
A firm that specialise in hydraulic and pneumatic solutions that act as failsafe devices in a number of industries. They have a repeat client base and make devices for leading household names in the rail industry amongst others.

Job Requirements
They are looking for a Design Engineer with a Mechanical bias; you must have a form of Mechanical Engineering qualification and practical working experience. They use Solidworks so you must be proficient in this software and with proven experience in the manufacturing industry. You must feel comfortable checking complex drawings, attending FMEA's and verification of products. The role will be as part of an existing team that support the development and test activity within the group and this is an out and out design role. Any experience in hydraulics or pneumatics would be a distinct advantage or an aerospace background in these areas too.

Details
This is a permanent role offering an attractive salary and an immediate start. The salary is to be discussed at submission stage.

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design, cad, Solidworks, design engineer, mechanical engineer, pneumatic, hydraulic, aerospace

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

Principal Body Liaison Engineer - India (KYU-101262)

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Principal Body Liaison Engineer
India

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.
*Feedback the progress of the UK based project
*Discuss and resolve design issues
*Feedback design changes to UK based project team
*Degree qualified or similar qualification minimum
*Strong numeracy and literacy skills
*Can manage team of engineers
*Minimum of 10 years automotive experience essential
*Understands roles and needs of different client groups
*Capable of managing complex projects
*Likely to be chartered engineer

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

Product Development Engineer Mechanical - Wales - 25K to 40K (GW-100537)

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Product Development Engineer Mechanical
Wales, United Kingdom
25K to 40K

Manufacture equipment predominantly for process industry particularly petrochemical, water, steel industries. Manufacturing includes machining, metal manipulation and assembly. There is also a full design facility on site as well as the sales and marketing function. The brand is well known and there are now plans to expand the business considerably.
Design and develop new and existing product range enabling the business to expand. Candidates need to have experience in fluid dynamics and pressure measurement systems to ISO5167.
Good knowledge Autodesk Inventor or equivalent, Visual Basic 6.0 and Microsoft office. Be able to deal with customers and supervise junior staff.
Design heat and flow detectors for the petrochem industry but flexible enough to diversify to other industries including automotive and aerospace.

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

Manufacturing APQP Project Engineer - Peterborough - £26,953-£33,691 (RST-101264)

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Manufacturing APQP Project Engineer
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England
£26,953-£33,691

We are recruiting for a Manufacturing APQP Project Engineer on a permanent contract based in Peterborough.

As Manufacturing APQP Project Engineer, this role is vital to implement and deliver manufacturing APQP into the production environment, requiring a high degree of commitment to process quality specifically within the Assembly, Test and Finish fields.

The individual will be a key contributor capable of guiding and influencing other teams in their sphere of expertise. A driven and dedicated individual with a proven track record is essential, capable of further career progression within the company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provide expertise in the development and roll out of Manufacturing APQP (APQP)
* Be directly engaged with other parts of the business at all levels to ensure delivery against set deliverables
* Plan and coordinate APQP elements to ensure robust quality processes are in place and adhered to.
* Responsible for demonstrating a professional ability with the company values and behaviours at all times

KEY COMPETENCIES:
* Technical / Professional Knowledge
* Innovation
* Accountability/Decision Making
* Teamwork / Cooperation
* Planning and Organisation

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Essential:
* Qualified in a Manufacturing or Technical Engineering discipline
* Significant experience within a current Manufacturing / Quality role
* Automotive manufacturing engineering experience within an Assembly, Test, Finish environment
* Project management / Coordination / Facilitation experience involving cross functional teams
* Ability to implement Quality systems process tools and techniques (FMEAs, Controls Plans, etc)
* Excellent MS Office and PC skills

Desirable:
* Knowledge of NPI
* Design for manufacturing knowledge and experience
* Track record of having led cross functional 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.

Chief Engineer Chassis (Cooling, HVAC, Structures) - Norwich (RGR-99220)

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Chief Engineer Chassis (Cooling, HVAC, Structures)
Norwich, Norfolk, England

An established and renowned manufacturer, it has a long pedigree of developing high performance sports cars. It offers the most challenging and exciting environment to work in with tremendous opportunities for talented, dedicated and energetic automotive engineers. It is now moving into a new phase in its history with the development of up to 5 new vehicle platforms.

A rare opportunity now exists within its Chassis group at Chief Engineer with responsibility for HVAC, Cooling, Structures and associated ancillaries
With a 1st line report of circa 4 Principal Engineers and a total team of up to 40 the role accountabilities will include:

Ensure planning, costing and timing activities within a project are achieved.

Manage the effective use of supply and engineering partners to delivery project on time.

Manage the team to achieve effective results whilst installing a strong team ethos and continual development strategy within.

Help co-ordinate key activities within new projects to ensure gateways are achieved.

Support Engineering teams with technical information and data to ensure chassis projects are delivered.

Attend customer project review meetings and report accordingly

Ensure sufficient information is available to allow project delivery to specification

Support the Senior Project Engineer in analysing potential issues and corrective actions

Ensure a positive health and safety culture is maintained
This role will appeal to an existing Chief Engineer or a Principal / Lead Engineer seeking to make the next step up in their career. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate the majority of the following.

A Degree or similar qualification

Good planning and project skills

Excellent leadership and man management skills

Experience of Chassis Development

Knowledge of CAD (Catia)

Results driven and self motivated.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

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

Chief Engineer - Chassis Dynamics (Suspension, Steering, Wheels & Tyres, Brakes) - Norwich (RGR-99222)

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Chief Engineer - Chassis Dynamics (Suspension, Steering, Wheels & Tyres, Brakes)
Norwich, Norfolk, England

An established and renowned manufacturer, it has a long pedigree of developing high performance sports cars. It offers the most challenging and exciting environment to work in with tremendous opportunities for talented, dedicated and energetic automotive engineers. It is now moving into a new phase in its history with the development of up to 5 new vehicle platforms.

A rare opportunity now exists within its Chassis group at Chief Engineer with responsibility for Suspension, Steering, Wheels and Tyres and Brakes.
With a 1st line report of circa 4 Principal Engineers and a total team of up to 40 the role accountabilities will include:

Ensure planning, costing and timing activities within a project are achieved.

Manage the effective use of supply and engineering partners to delivery project on time.

Manage the team to achieve effective results whilst installing a strong team ethos and continual development strategy within.

Help co-ordinate key activities within new projects to ensure gateways are achieved.

Support Engineering teams with technical information and data to ensure chassis projects are delivered.

Attend customer project review meetings and report accordingly

Ensure sufficient information is available to allow project delivery to specification

Support the Senior Project Engineer in analysing potential issues and corrective actions

Ensure a positive health and safety culture is maintained
This role will appeal to an existing Chief Engineer or a Principal / Lead Engineer seeking to make the next step up in their career. Candidates will need to be able to demonstrate the majority of the following.

A Degree or similar qualification

Good planning and project skills

Excellent leadership and man management skills

Experience of Chassis Development

Knowledge of CAD (Catia)

Results driven and self motivated.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

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

Facilities Engineer - Planning/Maintenance - Oxfordshire (KYU-101218)

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Facilities Engineer - Planning/Maintenance
Oxfordshire, England

Our client is a leading prestige automotive manufacturer who are looking for a Facility Planning Engineer, responsible for the project planning, installation and optimisation of assembly hardware and related logistics hardware systems to agreed cost and deadline targets. This covers the feasibility, specification, supplier selection, cost, quality, ergonomics, environment and availability of the technical solutions. The Maintenance Engineer is responsible for maintaining and optimising the facility when in operation; and supporting the planner in specification development and installation of new facilities. All activities must be carried out using core VPS principles.
Key areas of responsibility:
The role requires the planner to project manage new and modified facilities to be integrated into the production system. The maintenance engineer is responsible for the optimisation and innovation of the existing systems.
The planner must develop the technical concept and specify the solutions to allow suppliers to quote for the work. The budgets must be agreed and then the planner must manage the introduction of the equipment on time and on cost with the support of the Maintenance engineer. Both must employ VPS and best practice principles.
All legal, process and technical documentation must be included in the final project.
The complexity of the project ranges from simple stand alone facilities to high complexity systems with multiple interfaces (depending on experience
Educational requirements: For the Planner Degree/Masters with several years experience. For the Maintenance engineer a HND with several years relevant experience.
Relevant Knowledge including machine control, automation, robotics and control engineering, building services, hydraulics, pneumatics, project management, IT networks, machine operator protection and health and safety.
Advanced problem resolution techniques and good preventative maintenance techniques.
Good leadership and project planning skills are required.
Must be able to communicate with internal and external International partners and have the ability to sell concepts and communicate technical solution effectively.
Must be flexible in time and work place (inc. temporary international assignments)
Good knowledge of VPS principles.
Good office IT skills.

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

Quality Engineer - Shrewsbury - c�25-�30K (MBI-99494)

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Quality Engineer
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England
c?25-?30K

An opportunity has arisen for a highly professional Quality Engineer to support current manufacturing and new product introduction activities through the implementation and maintenance of quality systems and procedures for this 1st Tier Supplier of automotive components and sub assemblies.
As an integral part of the team the Quality Engineer, you will be dealing with both internal and external quality activities implementing corrective action plans were necessary. You will be involved in current manufacturing and NPI projects having responsibility for supporting key clients to ensure quality standards are maintained and issues are resolved quick and efficiently utilising tools and techniques to include SPC, ISIR s, PPAP, 8D, FMEAs and 5S.
Previous experience of working very closely with major automotive OEMs would be advantageous along with prior involvement in sourcing new suppliers, and carrying out supplier audits. Due to the increased programme activities you will also be responsible for supporting all new product engineering functions throughout the APQP process.
Previous experience of operating within a Quality Engineering function for a 1st Tier or OEM is essential along with knowledge of TS16949, PPAP, FMEA, assembly processes, BIW and quality systems and tools.

This opportunity offers excellent remuneration package along with career progression and development for a forward thinking Engineering professional.

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.

Radiographer/DPI Technician - Witney - £18K to £26K (RB-101247)

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Radiographer/DPI Technician
Witney, Oxfordshire, England
£18K to £26K

Our client is a major UK provider of NDT and Material testing services are looking to recruit full-time test house based technician within its industrial NDT close customer support team. This position will be based at their Oxfordshire site however work in other nearby locations on occasions is likely as and when required.
Applications should preferably be from individuals that are used to production facility working a 40 hour week split shift system.

Responsibilities;
- Assist in planning and scheduling work.
- Certification and reporting.
- Client liaison.
- Health and Safety.

Minimum Qualifications;
- PCN Level II in, DPI, and Rad.
- Additional / useful EC, PMI, Vis etc.

Personal Requirements;
- Eligible to work in the UK and European community.
- Good written and spoken English as a first language.
- Good PC skills.

Experience;
- Industrial test house NDT environment.
- Knowledge of ASME standards.

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.

Automotive Body Engineer - Wiltshire (RB-101206)

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Automotive Body Engineer
Wiltshire, England

Our client is one of the most successful vehicle manufacturers in the UK.
To support the FRAME (Body-Exterior-Interior) engineering section and provide technical capability for development, production and quality of automotive body parts/systems (e.g. body in white and body assembly parts).

Creation of drawings and specifications for parts/systems for new vehicle variations and European special editions. As necessary, support of testing in order to verify that parts quality meet with relevant standards. Main emphasis will be on body design and development but there will be an expectation to support other FRAME section parts as necessary.
You will be Degree qualified in Automotive Engineering or demonstrable experience with either an OEM or automotive parts supplier. You will have CATIA V5 2D/3D and analytical software skills and be proactive and demonstrate high level of self motivation to deliver.

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.

Toolmaker - West Midlands - c£25K to £27K (RB-101244)

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Toolmaker
West Midlands, England
c£25K to £27K

A major first tier supplier to German and British based OEM`s with injection moulding and assembly on site. Satellite site a few miles away supplies cast and machined components. They are currently seeking a toolmaker to support the UK sites.
To support Production, Maintenance, Paint plant, Engineering and Assembly departments.
Repair and service of existing production Plastic injection mould tooling. Modification of existing and new production Plastic injection mould tooling in line with engineering changes issued. Design, manufacture, repair and service of jigs and fixtures as required by production and engineering departments.
The toolroom operate a 2 shift rotational work pattern.

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.

Automotive Electrical Engineer - Wiltshire (RB-101207)

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Automotive Electrical Engineer
Wiltshire, England

Our client is one of the most successful vehicle manufacturers in the UK
Automotive Electrical Engineer is responsible for supporting the Electrical Engineering section and providing technical capability for development, production and quality of automotive electrical parts/systems (e.g. Connectivity, Mobile phone applications, Audio etc.)
You will have a Degree in Automotive Engineering or demonstrable experience with either an OEM or automotive parts supplier. You will need to have good automotive electrical and electronics (consumer products) off-board systems and software experience and practical working knowledge of applying infotainment systems into vehicle systems.

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

Senior Engineer - Interior Trim PMST Leader - Coventry - Contract Rates Apply (KH-98728)

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Senior Engineer - Interior Trim PMST Leader
Coventry, West Midlands, England
Contract Rates Apply

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

They currently have an ongoing contract opportunity for a Senior Engineer for Interior Trim. The role is based in Coventry and the individual will report to the Interior Trim Lead Engineer.

Duties to include:

- Leading and supporting the Interior CAD Team taking direction from the individual Trim PE.
- Responsibility for feasibility and detail design of Interior Trim.
- Development of concepts to solve issues prior to engineering release.
- Ensuring the CAD Team meet the project release dates.
- All work will be carried out on Catia V5 release 17.


Role Requirements:

- Degree qualified or similar qualification.
- A minimum of five years automotive experience is essential.
- Strong numeracy and literacy.
- Good logical reasoning.
- Capable of leading a project element with support from more senior staff when necessary.
- Effective team member contributing to improvements and high customer service.
- Demonstrates depth of knowledge in a relevant technical speciality. Some will already be chartered or working towards
chartered status.

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

Quality Technician - Wellingborough - £9.98 - 9.98 per hour + 9.98 per hour + shift allce + overtime + benefits (JSK-99670)

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Quality Technician
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England
£9.98 - 9.98 per hour + 9.98 per hour + shift allce + overtime + benefits

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

The purpose of this position is to support the day to day quality activities for the machining production lines to ensure product conformance and compliance is adhered to at all times.

The role will include:

To react and resolve Internal Complaints according to the company procedure

To carry out Product and Process Audits to defined schedule

To carry out Cleanliness checks to defined schedule

To present Product and Process Audits results to teams and monitor action plans

To review and sanction non conforming products

To support the Production and Production Engineering departments with the Quality Assurance and improvement programmes of the projects.

To support New Product introduction programmes

To facilitate where necessary improvement programmes

To audit all manufacturing process documents in line with company procedure

To facilitate the improvement of process documents and improvement programmes.

Any other duties deemed reasonable by your immediate supervisor or manager

Qualifications

A level or HNC in engineering or equivalent craft

Engineering Qualification desired but not essential

Institute of Quality Assurance qualifications would be desirable.

Experience

Experience within an automotive industry is desirable but not essential

Knowledge of Quality Control practices and procedures

Experience within a quality environment

An understanding and awareness of quality core tools e.g. SPC, Production Part Approval (PPAP), control plans , FMEA and data analysis is desirable.

Skills

Good communication and presentation skills

Ability to work as a team member is essential

Computer literate in Microsoft Excel and word is desirable.

Must be flexible and able to work to challenging deadlines

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

Senior Software Systems Engineer - West Midlands (KYU-98569)

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Senior Software Systems Engineer
West Midlands, England

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

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

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

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

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

Project Manager - Coventry (KYU-100586)

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Project Manager
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Our client is one of the world`s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. Established for more than 60 years its product line-up has, more recently, moved into the design and manufacture of passenger cars, including electric vehicles. They are seeking an experienced project manager to support the development, roll out and implementation of a new project management process both in the UK and overseas.
*Initially report to and work with the advanced engineering project office manager.
*Ensure that stakeholders are aware of up-coming deliverable and getaway events
*Preparation and maintenance of portfolio summary information
*Organising and preparing for gateway reviews
* Degree qualified or similar
*Strong numeracy and literacy
*Minimum of 5 years automotive experience is essential
*Demonstrate depth of knowledge in a relevant technical speciality
*Evidence of achieving results
*Knowledge of product and technology development processes

Time will be split between the UK and India with a ratio of 1 week in four spent in India or longer periods in critical stages.

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

Principal Chassis Analysis Engineer - United Kingdom (KYU-100568)

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Principal Chassis Analysis Engineer
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.
Responsibilities:
CAE - ADAMS/Chassis/Car simulation and analysis of suspension systems and vehicle dynamic performance
CWE - FE based structural durability of chassis systems
Creation of road spring, damper and bush specifications
Experience
Degree qualified or similar
Strong numeracy/literacy
Minimum of 5 years automotive experience essential
Capable of leading a project with minimum supervision
Demonstrate a depth knowledge in chassis structural FE and dynamic analysis (ADAMS)
Demonstrate depth of knowledge in vehicle chassis system and dynamics
Extensive general knowledge in vehicle chassis systems
Knowledge of Mat lab an advantage

Will potentially spend 25% of working time overseas in India or alternative locations

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

Powertrain Technician - Nuneaton (KYU-100900)

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Powertrain Technician
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England

Our client is a leading independent provider of product engineering, research, testing information and certification to the worldwide automotive industry and is based in Warwickshire.
Working as part of a team on powertrain projects

Main responsibilities:
*Test Engine palletisation, installation and commissioning
* Test Engine support services installation
*Customer Liaison
*Test preparation and carrying out engine tests
*Equipment maintenance
Qualifications:
*Relevant CandG, vehicle engineering, BTEC, NVQ Level 3 and/or experience
Understanding of diesel and petrol engines and components be able to perform strip and repair type activities
Welding and fabrication skills
Working knowledge of Quality and Health and Safety systems and procedures
Test bed experience with knowledge of test bed PC controllers and test cell systems
Practical experience in the use of engine test instrumentation
Computer literate
CP Engineering test bed control, MIRA QA, HandS system preferable

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.

Manufacturing Project Engineer - Peterborough (KYU-100877)

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Manufacturing Project Engineer
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

A recognised leading manufacturer of industrial diesel engines.
This role is vital to implement and deliver machine installation projects, allowing effective and quality production of processes and products. Working as part of a team of 11 project engineers, the position holds responsibility for providing technical expertise and project leadership specifically in the field of manufacturing assembly facilities and processes, on New Product Introduction (NPI) and Continuous Improvement projects. The individual will be a key contributor capable of guiding and influencing other teams in their sphere of expertise.
This role monitors and maintains manufacturing processes that deliver against People, Quality, Velocity and Cost metrics assisting the business. Responsibilities include:

Involvement in 6 Sigma projects / Rapid Improvement Workshops and Value Stream Transformations / Kaisan events
Full leadership management of some 6 Sigma projects
Provide weekly / bi weekly updates on projects to management team
Project manage cross functional activities and teams
Be directly engaged with other parts of the business at all levels to ensure project delivery against set deliverables
Assign tasks and monitor the quality of the work of the project team members
Breakdown response may occasionally required
This role requires strong attention to detail, and the focus and commitment to see projects successfully through to fruition.

Competencies assessed at interview stage will include:

Planning and Organising
Project Leadership
Decision Making
Initiating Action
Technical Knowledge

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Essential:
Mechanical engineering or manufacturing engineering degree or equivalent experience
Competent Manufacturing Engineering experience such as assembly test and finish

Desirable:
Previous experience in projects with Capital outlay of high value
Both CPS and 6 Sigma Green Belt trained.
Engine manufacturing experience or equivalent

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.

Design Engineer Catia V5. - Coventry (RB-101091)

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Design Engineer Catia V5.
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Our client is renowned for their patented, breakthrough technology which enables the production of small gas turbine engines that are lighter weight, less polluting and lower cost than reciprocating engines used in almost all cars and small planes today. They are currently looking to strengthen with a Catia V5 design engineer.
Catia V5 design engineer with excellent modelling experience. Casting and Precision Component knowledge and able to take a product to the manufacturing stage.
A Catia V5 design engineer with NPI experience. Needs excellent modelling experience and component design with Castings and Precision Component knowledge.

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.

Estimator / Cost Engineer - 36313/JWT - 19.35 Ltd Co Rate - Basildon - £19.30 - 19.40 per hour + �19.35 Ltd Co Rate (JWT-98732)

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Estimator / Cost Engineer - 36313/JWT - 19.35 Ltd Co Rate
Basildon, Essex, England
£19.30 - 19.40 per hour + ?19.35 Ltd Co Rate

Position Description:

For the job role as a Cost Estimator we would be seeking highly motivated, financially aware Production Engineers. It is essential that individuals are experienced in high volume production, preferably within the motor industry and have an in depth knowledge of how works costs are derived from first principles. A basic understanding of activity based costing (ABC) and work study tools including motion and time movement (MTM) is highly desirable. A high level of computer literacy is required so that the individual can quickly work with the sophisticated systems that will be available to aid them.
Skills Required:

Establishing estimates for part and tooling costs for various purchased components and assemblies used on present and future vehicles

Liaising with internal cross-functional teams to ensure the company maintains its competitiveness with regard to cost, quality and value for money

Negotiating part and tooling costs with suppliers in line with best production practices and latest technologies.
Education Required:

Applicants that have served a recognised engineering apprenticeship, studied engineering to a national standard and have the relevant experience will also be considered.



Education Preferred:

An Engineering Degree or equivalent is desirable although not essential for 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.

Cost Estimator - 36314/JWT - 18.02 Ltd Co Rate - Basildon - £18 per hour + 18.02 Ltd Co Rate (JWT-98733)

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Cost Estimator - 36314/JWT - 18.02 Ltd Co Rate
Basildon, Essex, England
£18 per hour + 18.02 Ltd Co Rate

Position Description:

For the job role as a Cost Estimator we would be seeking highly motivated, financially aware Production Engineers. It is essential that individuals are experienced in high volume production, preferably within the motor industry and have an in depth knowledge of how works costs are derived from first principles. A basic understanding of activity based costing (ABC) and work study tools including motion and time movement (MTM) is highly desirable. A high level of computer literacy is required so that the individual can quickly work with the sophisticated systems that will be available to aid them.
Skills Required:

Establishing estimates for part and tooling costs for various purchased components and assemblies used on present and future vehicles

Liaising with internal cross-functional teams to ensure the company maintains its competitiveness with regard to cost, quality and value for money

Negotiating part and tooling costs with suppliers in line with best production practices and latest technologies.
Education Required:

Applicants that have served a recognised engineering apprenticeship, studied engineering to a national standard and have the relevant experience will also be considered.



Education Preferred:

An Engineering Degree or equivalent is desirable although not essential for 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.

Project Leader - Essex (JWT-101186)

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Project Leader
Essex, England

Our client is looking for an experience Project Leader for the safe, effective and efficient execution (design and build) of an assigned portfolio of capital projects, from concept through to operation, on schedule and on budget.
The successful candidate will be required to:-

Provide active leadership in personal, technical safety and environmental performance to the Execution of projects design and construction.

Ensure appropriate SHE plans are in place for the construction of projects.

Accountable for safety performance on all allocated projects.

Work in a professional manner and follow HSE procedures.

Provide input to assigned projects during the early development stages to develop robust business case.

Provide input to the development of Project Bet sheets for submission and approval by the Investment Steering Group in conjunction with the Business Development and Front End Engineering Teams.

Prepare and present Project Execution and Procurement Strategy Summaries.

Ensure the EPCm contractor is adequately supported by key.

Refinery Groups; Asset, Operations and functional disciplines.

Highlight any areas of concern to Head of Projects.

Make appropriate use of Project assurance processes (e.g. Design and Constructability Reviews)
Technical competencies

Engineering skills in a core discipline

Knowledge of project principles and management

Knowledge of financial monitoring and controls

Understanding of Refinery configuration and major processes

Understanding of field construction

Numerate with good IT skills.



Leadership competencies

Leading people.

Wise decisions.

Business awareness

Ability to work closely within a cross functional organization, recognising and balancing area needs against functional requirements.

Team working and facilitation skills.

Communication skills.

Performance bias.

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.

Unit Process Engineer - Essex (JWT-101188)

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Unit Process Engineer
Essex, England

Our client is looking for an experience Unit Process Engineer to provide Process Engineering support for specific process units.

Maintain and update process safety management systems.

Monitor and optimize process performance.

Identify and develop process improvements.
Personal Safety:-

Work in a professional manner and to follow HSE procedures, aiming to avoid accidents, harm to people and damage to the environment.

Participate in BSA and Compliance Audits as required.

Process Safety:-

Provide technical assurance for process safety activities within the technology:

Ensuring that the Process Safety Management (PSM) activities are completed and kept up to date, with relevant documentation being maintained in the proper permanent locations.

Investigate process related incidents and close related actions.

Responsible for the assessment of process safety and environmental performance impacts for the process units allocated.

Develop and maintain process models such as target setting tools and the refinery Linear Program (LP) sub-models required to set the optimal commercial performance of refinery processes.

Reconcile the models to actual performance on a regular basis and ensure the constraints are modelled consistently and effectively are updated to reflect all planning limitations.
Technical competencies;-

Numerate with good IT skillsls.

Good understanding of Refinery process and major unit operations.

Well developed process engineering skills.

Working knowledge of relevant process modelling and monitoring tools.

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

Mechanical Area Engineer - Essex (JWT-101189)

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Mechanical Area Engineer
Essex, England

Our client is looking for an experienced Mechanical Area Engineer to optimise plant reliability, safety and efficiency in a designated area of the refinery by providing short to medium term engineering support within the discipline of expertise.
Promotes the highest SHE standards and demonstrates responsibility for the safety of self and others.

Provides expertise in making sound, practical, functional decisions required during the execution of work.

Provides day-to-day engineering support to the area. Works as part of the area Asset Availability Team (AAT) to optimise equipment availability within the area.

Identifies and scopes area specific work programmes to support area objectives. Provides guidance and progresses as appropriate the relevant actions required.

Compiles and analyses area measures and key performance indicators (KPI s) as required.

Supports the training and development of area craftsmen/technicians, specifically with respect to providing knowledge and information to maximise craft utilisation and skills.

Supports the training and development of area operating crews, specifically with respect to plant operating and basic care requirements.

Participates in, and provides engineering input to equipment; environmental or safety related incident investigations.

Identifies reliability driven improvement projects for mechanical equipment.
Technical competence within mechanical engineering discipline (Degree level qualification or comparable; Chartered status preferred)

Proficient in the use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) system to collate and analyse data.

Ability to take strategic leadership role for assigned responsibilities.

Ability to communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation.

Ability to work closely within discipline specific and multifunctional teams, recognising and balancing functional needs against area requirements.

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.

Instrument & Control Area Engineer - Essex (JWT-101190)

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Instrument & Control Area Engineer
Essex, England

Our client is looking for an experienced Instrument and Control Area Engineer to optimise plant reliability, safety and efficiency in a designated area of the refinery by providing short to long term engineering support within the discipline of expertise.
Provides day-to-day engineering support to the area. Works as part of the area Asset Availability Team (AAT) to optimise equipment availability within the area.

Identifies and scopes area specific work programmes to support area objectives.

Analyses plant breakdowns and recommends actions for improved performance. Includes advising on operating requirements, specification of alternative materials and specification of modifications to plant equipment and systems.

Compiles and analyses area measures and key performance indicators (KPI s) as required. Provides guidance and progresses as appropriate the relevant actions required.

Accountable for identifying and initiating investigations into uneconomic equipment performance. Determines continuous improvement for both the short and long term and implements appropriate solutions.

Reviews inventory requirements for area equipment and advises changes required.

Advises on non-inventory procurements requirements.

Liaises with warehouse and procurement personnel on specification of equipment requirements.
Technical competence within engineering discipline (Degree level qualification or comparable; Chartered status preferred)

Proficient in the use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to collate and analyse data.

Ability to work closely within a multifunctional team recognising and balancing area needs against functional requirements.

Demonstrated competency as defined by the Refinery Professional competency maps for Levels I - H.

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

Project Engineer - Essex - £1 - 2 per year + To be neg (JWT-101192)

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Project Engineer
Essex, England
£1 - 2 per year + To be neg

Our client is looking for an experienced Project Engineer to lead specific improvement projects and provide engineering support to ensure the definition of the design, scope and the deliverables are appropriate.
Work in a professional manner and to follow HSE procedures, aiming to avoid accidents, harm to people and damage to the environment.

Participate in site BSA or Compliance audits as required.

Contribute to Process Safety management within the Team

Ensure Process Safety it is inherent in design and considered during the Project selection and definition.

Lead the technical development of allocated projects from concept through feasibility to technical definition stage to ensure the appropriate technology options are applied.

Follow the Project Processes completing packages for all Projects

Understand, develop and supervise engineering deliverables during the Select and Define project phases. Drive the workflow of the engineering deliverables in a multidisciplinary FEED and EPCM project environment.

Ensure that all relevant standards are included.

Engage key stakeholders in the development of the Project Scope and deliverables.

Assist Business Development with business case assessments and conceptual design.
Technical competence within engineering discipline (Degree level qualification or comparable)

Ability to identify, analyse and solve problems.

Demonstrable communications skills

Understanding of the principles of good project management.

Numerate with good IT skills

Good understanding of Refinery configuration, major processes and economics

Demonstrated competency as defined by the Refining Professional Excellence competency map for Levels I - H

Recognised for technical expertise within a team and other peers in other work groups.

Ability to work closely within a cross functional organisation, recognising and balancing area needs against functional requirements.

Communication skills

Team working and facilitation skills.

Wise decisions.

Business awareness.

Performance bias.

Leading people.

Innovation, open thinking.

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.

CAD Braking Engineer - Shirley (KYU-101203)

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CAD Braking Engineer
Shirley, Derbyshire, England

An exciting opportunity exists to join a world-class team responsible for delivering complete braking systems solutions to vehicle manufacturers in the UK and around the world.

Client is one of the world`s largest producers of braking systems, supplying all major vehicle manufacturers. The foundation brakes for vehicle manufacturers in the UK are designed and developed in their prestigious technical centre in Solihull.

The design of braking systems is extremely challenging requiring safety-critical performance at competitive costs. Client leads the field in many areas of design and research, and delivers cutting-edge technologies such as electric park brake and systems solutions for hybrid drive trains.

This is a very fast-paced sector requiring product design and problem-solving skills for programmes with short design cycle times and high production volumes. The role involves CAD design of disc and drum brake applications.

What you`ll do

As a member of the car brakes design team, you will be responsible for producing CAD models and drawings of disc and drum brake components and assemblies in adherence with company procedures and standards.

You will engage with suppliers and factories to ensure the drawings you produce represent lowest cost design solutions whilst ensuring safety and functional requirements are met.


What we are looking for:

Essential:

- Educated to degree level or equivalent in Automotive / Mechanical Engineering.
- Proficient in mechanical CAD, preferably CATIA V5.
- Able to work effectively within a multi-disciplined team.

Desirable:

- Possess brake, or similar product, design experience.
- Good communication skills.

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

Principal CAD Engineer - Interior Lower Trim - Coventry (KYU-101002)

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Principal CAD Engineer - Interior Lower Trim
Coventry, West Midlands, England

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


A new 6 month contract opportunity has arisen for a Principal CAD Engineer, specialising in Interior Lower Trim.

Based in Coventry, the individual will be responsible for the following:

- Design and development of Catia V5 models for the lower trim of a vehicle variant, including rear quarter trim, load floor and stowage bins.
- Store working models into structured database to support project reviews and DMU process.


Essential Requirements:

- Minimum of 5 years automotive experience is essential
- Degree qualified or similar qualification.
- Experience in the use of Teamcenter data management systems
- Able to demonstrate a depth of knowledge in a relevant technical speciality
- Effective team member contributing to improvements and high customer service.
- Good logical reasoning
- Strong numeracy and literacy

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.

NPI Manager - Wolverhampton - 40000-50000 (SMA-101183)

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NPI Manager
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England
40000-50000

This company is involved in the manufacture of hydrodynamic transmission units (gearboxes) for off-road applications, mainly in the building and agricultural industries. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the role is accountable for leading a multi-functional team in the successful execution of all phases of the New Product Introduction process for a portfolio of small drivetrain products, within the Product Development group of the Advanced Components Systems Division.

Manage multiple NPI projects to ensure they are on time, within budget, and aligned with the component and product group strategies, process owner for NPI process and subject matter expert to NPI project teams within small drivetrain engineering group, assists in prioritizing NPI projects based on enterprise impact and objectives, assemble the business case for project requests, identify training needs for the NPI team members and initiates NPI-related development opportunities and provides mentoring for the team. You will also build relationships with other departments, industry associations and outside organizations, assists in marketing the NPI process to customers, identify cost containment opportunities, identify trends and areas of focus for continuous improvement and co-ordinate the NPI program execution to the defined process ensuring delivery of each of the program deliverables in the areas of design, process, quality, purchasing, order fulfilment, marketing, product support and financial. You will also develop plans for program execution and monitor actual performance, communicating any schedule changes to the product manager and engineering manager.

You will need a college or university degree or equivalent experience, 5-9 years of job-related relevant experience together with strong commercial business and engineering acumen, which has been applied in context of New Product Introduction. You will need good working knowledge of product development/validation, manufacturing and accounting functions, be a certified 6 Sigma Black Belt with a proven track record, with functional responsibility for successfully implementing New Product Introduction, following NPI process, thorough knowledge of company products, product applications or merchandising programs and a proven track record in the ability to demonstrate initiative and work with diverse groups to reach consensus. You will need good communication skills with emphasis on the ability to impact and influence people without direct line authority, and to be confident presenting to wider groups up to VP level across the Enterprise. You will also need excellent leadership and team management capabilities applied within a project management environment, strong analytical and problem solving skills and proficiency in project management advanced MS Projects skills and MS Office.

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.

APQP Engineer - Birmingham (GNI-101130)

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APQP Engineer
Birmingham, West Midlands, England

Reputable First Tier supplier to German and British based OEM`s with injection moulding and assembly on site.

A vibrant order book and expansion to the Team means that a requirement exists for a First Tier Automotive APQP Engineer to:
manage the Quality Planning Requirements for new product introduction
develop processes and systems to improve APQP operation
supervise and support APQP/PPAP Engineers
Reporting into the Senior Quality Engineer and working closely with Project Managers (UK and abroad) and the Customer SQA you will be tasked with achieving approved PPAP submission, improved APQP process efficiency, management overview of APQP status and support to supplier development.

Potential problem identification at an early strage, on-time product aproval and improved global communication between the Project Managers are key challenges to be faced by the post holder.
The ability to speak German or to have previous First Tier Automotive experience with German Manufacturers is strongly desired for this post, as is an HNC/HND in a relevant Engineering discipline. Knowledge of ISO/TS16949 essential.

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

Durability & Structural CAE Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-100549)

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Durability & Structural CAE Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus in Coventry, this Centre of Excellence in the development of Electric Vehicles (EV) and Hybrid Powertrains has an opportunity for a talented Principal Durability and Structural Engineer to lead whole vehicle durability CAE analysis. Durability CAE Principal Engineer working on vehicle programs within the structural and safety CAE team. The job includes the following responsibilities:

Lead the durability CAE competency and implement industry best practice tools and techniques

Support the programme teams in system specification for durability requirements

Complete durability analyses of body structures using appropriate CAE tools; Nastran, Optistruct, LS-Dyna, Abaqus, nCode

Complete whole vehicle and sub-system durability analysis where required

Critique and appraise current processes

Provide secondary support for crash and NVH analysis team

The ideal candidate would be an experienced Durability analyst with secondary competencies in Crash and NVH analysis.

Degree qualified or similar qualification

Minimum of 5 years automotive experience essential

Demonstrate depth of knowledge in relevant technical specialty

Already chartered or working towards chartered status

Evidence of achieving results through effective leadership

Able to translate business plan into individual objectives for staff

Must be able to spend up to 1 week per month in India

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.

Chassis Analysis Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-100568)

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Chassis Analysis Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus in Coventry, this Centre of Excellence in the development of Electric Vehicles (EV) and Hybrid Powertrains has an opportunity for a talented Chassis Analysis Principal Engineer to lead vehicle Chassis CAE analysis. Support passenger car and commercial vehicle Chassis CAE Analysis.

CAE - ADAMS Chassis/Car simulation and analysis of suspension systems and vehicle dynamic performance

CAE - FE based structural durability of Chassis systems - Suspension members, subframes, knuckles and body structure using Hypermesh, IDEAS and Abaqus

Creation of road spring, damper and bush specifications

Degree qualified or similar

Strong numeracy/literacy

Minimum of 5 years automotive experience essential

Capable of leading a project with minimum supervision

Demonstrate a depth knowledge in chassis structural FE and dynamic analysis (ADAMS)

Demonstrate depth of knowledge in vehicle chassis systems and dynamics, including experience in vehicle test and development

Extensive general knowledge in vehicle chassis systems

Knowledge of Matlab an advantage

Willing and able to spent up to 1 week per month overseas including regular travel to India

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.