Jonathan Lee Recruitment Automotive Jobs

Tuesday, 20 March 2012

Design Engineer - 1447465 - Peterborough (LHI-105565)

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Design Engineer - 1447465
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

We are recruiting for a Design Engineer on 6-month contract based in Peterborough.

As Design Engineer, you will:
* Build customer engine GAs from library or self-generated part models. 400 Series, 854, 1200 Series.
* Carry out whole engine system/machine packaging feasibility studies, importing and using customer supplied machine models (CAT and 3rd Party). Make and test recommendations to resolve issues. Conclude and communicate internally and externally.
* Prepare for, and represent IPSD to customer in Integration Workshops on or off site. Follow up with Applications Engineers, Technical Leaders and customer engineers where necessary.
* Carry out and formally report on new engine option feasibility studies, as directed by Architects, Tech Leads, CPPD/FPT/ISM. Liase with engine Architects, Tech Leads and CPPD/FPT/ISM working toward synergistic definition of customer engine specifications prior to ESM availability.
* Manage internal and external customer GA records, serial numbering and schedule.
* Manage time and prioritise multiple simultaneous demands.
* Exchange CAD models between IPSD and customer engineers.
* Proactively manage customer confidentiality risks.

KEY COMPETENCIES:
* Building Strategic Working Relationships
* Customer Focus
* Initiating Action
* Innovation
* Planning and Organising
* Work Standards

QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Essential -
* CAD (ProE) skills

Desirable -
* Whole engine system installation Tier 0 through Tier 4 diesel technology Off-highway machine architecture

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

Design Engineer (1445128) - County Durham (LHI-105213)

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Design Engineer (1445128)
County Durham, England

We are recruiting for a Design Engineer on a 6-month contract based in Country Durham.

As Design Engineer, you will produce designs from concept to production drawings which comply with all engineering and regulatory requirements, along with:
* Conducting technical evaluations and assessments of competitive product
* Analysing, identifying and applying engineering techniques to solve problems and make recommendations

The following skills and experience are required for this posting:
* An engineering degree, or equivalent experience
* 3-5 Years experience in progressive engineering assignments in a relevant field.
* Excellent analytical skills
* ProEngineer modeling and detailing skills.
* Experience of problem solving techniques.
* Understanding of customer's needs.
* Excellent presentation and communication skills
* Must be self motivated, flexible and able to work in a team environment
* Good communication skills

Development Engineer - 1435841 - Peterborough (LHI-105733)

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Development Engineer - 1435841
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

We are recruiting for a Development Engineer on a 6-month contract based in Peterborough.

As Development Engineer, you will responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of new and existing products and components. Exercises independent judgment with minimal from supervisor

This position is a key contributor to the competitiveness of the 400 Series products built in facilities across 3 continents.

Responsibilities:
* For technical investigation and validation of 400 series cost reduction and component sourcing projects, duties will include:
- Generating ideas and business cases.
- Project definition and prioritisation.
- Analysis of existing designs and working with suppliers to identify suitable alternative designs.
- Definition of validation requirements as well as conducting validation tests, analyzing results and authorisation for production use.
- Support to cost reduction efforts in UK, China and USA facilities.
*A key part of the role will be collaboration with the PSEL Joint Venture partner ISM, as well as suppliers and customers

Qualifications:
* Engineering degree is preferred but HNC/HND level candidates who possess a strong engine background and the desire to develop further will be considered.

Some experience in design, materials testing and measurement or manufacturing processes will be beneficial.

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with team members and others in the work group

Aftertreatment Development Engineer (1421790) - Peterborough (LHI-105743)

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Aftertreatment Development Engineer (1421790)
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

We are recruiting for an Aftertreatment Development Engineer on a 6-month contract based in Peterborough.

As Aftertreatment Development Engineer, the successful applicant will work with a dedicated team to introduce Tier 4 Final and EU Stage 4 capable systems for core 1200 series products. These engine and aftertreatment systems are used in a wide range of machine, industrial and electric power applications.

Key responsibilities include:
The After-treatment Development Engineer will be primarily responsible for the mechanical development and validation testing of exhaust components and sub-systems. This includes, responsibility for testplan development, progress tracking, post test analysis and failure/issue resolution both for internal and also supplier based testing,

This role will specifically deal with the Diesel Emissions Fluid (DEF) systems on IPSD products. The Development Engineer is responsible for the specification and performance verification of the system and it's sub-components against product technical objectives.

The position reports directly to the Aftertreatment Team Leader, but requires extensive cross-functional liaison with key suppliers, IPSD Engineering Systems, GED-UK and the Product teams.

Qualifications and Experience Required:
Essential:
* Bachelor Level Degree or Equivalent Experience
* Relevant proven experience in mechanical development of components or systems
* Demonstrated ability to interact effectively in multi-functional teams

Desirable:
* Engine and/or Aftertreatment design and/or development experience, in particular Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems
* Experience in other fluid delivery and control systems would also be valuable
* Structured problem solving including 6 Sigma and 8D methodologies (Green Belt preferred)
* Previous experience interacting with internal / external customers and suppliers

Development Engineer (1421776) - Peterborough (LHI-105223)

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Development Engineer (1421776)
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

We are recruiting for a Development Engineer on a 6-month contract based in Peterborough.

As Development Engineer, you will conceive product design concepts. Prepare engineering drawings and complete engineering design calculations, analysis, and computer simulation.

You will be responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of new and existing products and components. Exercises independent judgment with minimal from supervisor.
Education/Experience:
* University degree or equivalent in an accredited Engineering, Computer Science or Materials Science curriculum.
* Advanced degree - preferred and Previous design experience required.

Skills and Competencies:
* Verbal and written communication skills and analytical skills.
* Ability to make sketches, engineering drawings and common computations.
* Ability to perform details calculations to compute and establish manufacturing, construction and installation standards and specifications.
* Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology.
* Previous experience with computer applications and design software related to engineering field

Operations Manager / MD Designate - Dorset - £45k - 60k per year + £45k-60k (GW-106757)

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Operations Manager / MD Designate
Dorset, England
£45k - 60k per year + £45k-60k

Manufacturing business with an annual turnover of 1m and a growth strategy to achieve 5m in the medium term. Operating in a niche sector supplying specialist capital equipment . Their customer base includes most of the Global blue chip pharmaceutical businesses. It forms part of a larger group but has total anonymity for finance, sales and marketing, design and manufacturing.

To manage the manufacturing facility preparing for growth and the ultimate responsibility for the whole business when the present MD retires within the nest 12 months. Develop the growth strategy via the sales and marketing and product design.

Candidates should ideally be qualified engineers with a manufacturing background and the ambition to take this business forward. Exceptional career development opportunity.

Exceptional opportunity for an ambitious engineer with flair and the ability to take the business forward with the team to grow the business.

Commodity Sourcing Leader (maternity cover) - West Yorkshire - £30k - 34k per year + pro rata (PBU-106771)

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Commodity Sourcing Leader (maternity cover)
West Yorkshire, England
£30k - 34k per year + pro rata

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

Due to growth plans a position of Sourcing Manager to cover maternity leave (6-9months), and as such we welcome applicants who want a fresh challenge, and meet the requirements below

Manage the supply base and ensure a cost effective, competent supply chain is in place to support global manufacturing needs. Commodities covered are Seals, stamping, fabrication and hardware
There may also be an opportunity to take part in purchasing activities in other business units.

Primary contact for supplier interaction and negotiation.
Manage product costs and lead times.
Maintain effective measures and support improvement initiatives.
Develop supplier relationships.
Drive 100% on time delivery.
Ensure adequate and flexible capacity in place to support business needs.
Work towards zero defects with supply base.
Identify Supplier risk.
Maintain appropriate plant interaction.
Clear understanding of Supply chain functions.
Ability to communicate at all levels.
Analytical competence (cost models, data analysis etc).

Design Engineer - 1642645 - Leicester (LHI-106790)

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Design Engineer - 1642645
Leicester, Leicestershire, England

We are recruiting for a Design Engineer on a 12-month contract based in Leicester.

As Design Engineer, you will have a varied and exciting role creating new designs from concept through to detailed design ensuring the parts are validated and meet the functional requirements.

You will be responsible for the production release of the parts and expected to work with suppliers to ensure the parts can be manufactured and meet the cost and quality targets.

The successful applicant will need to be flexible and be able to work on multiple areas of the machine i.e. structural fabrications, non-metallic components and cab interior.

Qualifications:
* Machine engineering design experience.
* Computer literate with Pro-E CAD engineering skills
* Experience in designing structural fabrications and non-metallic components.
* Knowledge and experience of problem solving analysis.
* Knowledge of Engineering process's, drawing standards, specifications, and Teamcentre workflow is desirable.
* Experience of Off highway equipment or other heavy machinery
* Ability to self direct but also work effectively in a diverse team environment.
* Engineering / Science Degree or equivalent industry experience

Project Manager - 1598031 - Peterborough (LHI-106615)

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Project Manager - 1598031
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

Project Manager - Heavy Duty Vehicle (Contract). My client is a leading global organisation within the automotive industry in the design and manufacture of industrial diesel engines. Due to continued company growth they are recruiting for a Project Manager on a contract basis with a pay rate up to £40.00/hr. This role will be based in Peterborough but will require travel throughout the UK and USA.

Role Description:
The program will develop a suite of engine and power train technologies for a 30% reduction in fuel consumption/CO2 that are scalable across multiple vehicle platforms. The technologies will be integrated and demonstrated on Articulated Trucks.

The role is responsible for delivering the Project outcomes by managing and progressing the Project to time and cost, handling information flows and commercial issues, ensuring effective team-working and the continued engagement and support of key stakeholders. This will include both the elements of work internal to our client as well as other work packages performed by external partners.

The role will be based in Peterborough and reports manager of the Low Carbon Energy Research Team in the UK. The expectation is 3 days a week in Peterborough plus time in Loughborough and other UK locations - 1/3 of time IL USA, 2/3 time UK.

The project manager will work in partnership with the Chief technologist who owns and directs the overall technical approach of the complete program ensuring the quality of the program outputs.

Skills / Qualifications:
Experience of leading projects of comparable size and complexity with a wide base of resources internally and externally, preferably with experience in automotive (i.e. engine/vehicle complex projects)
Superior planning and financial systems skills including the ability to understand end effectively manage links and impacts between the multiple external plans of sub projects.
Excellent written and verbal communication - internal and external audiences of all levels including sufficient presence to engage and influence external program manager and external organisations who are delivering parts of the project.
Ability to form a good working relationship with the Chief technologist, Technology Integration lead and External Program manager - this will be a close team.
Preferable - understand the technical language of Engine and Machine products (not needed to be a technical expert).

Design Engineer (1448277) - Leicester (LHI-105212)

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Design Engineer (1448277)
Leicester, Leicestershire, England

We are recruiting for a Design Engineer based in Leicester on a 6-month contract.

As Design Engineer, you will have a varied and exciting role creating new designs from concept through to detailed design ensuring the parts are validated and meet the functional requirements.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the production release of the parts and expected to work with suppliers to ensure the parts can be manufactured and meet the cost and quality targets. You will need to be flexible and be able to work on multiple areas of the machine i.e. structural fabrications, non-metallic components and cab interior.

Critical to the success of the role will be an enthusiastic attitude showing the initiative to solve engineering problems and be able to work to tight deadlines. As part of this role, communication with other design centres will be required for worldwide design collaboration.

Qualifications and Experience Required -
Essential:
* Engineering / Science Degree or equivalent industry experience
* Minimum of 5years machine engineering design experience.
* Computer literate with Pro-E CAD engineering skills
* Experience in designing structural fabrications and non-metallic components.
* Knowledge of Engineering processs, drawing standards, specifications, and Teamcentre workflow is desirable.
* Knowledge and experience of problem solving analysis.
* Experience of Off highway equipment or other heavy machinery
* Ability to self direct but also work effectively in a diverse team environment.

Monday, 19 March 2012

IT Analyst - 1517970 - Wolverhampton (LHI-106785)

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IT Analyst - 1517970
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England

We are recruiting for an IT Analyst on a 24-month contract based in Wolverhampton.

As IT Analyst, you will be responsible for working both independently and with a cooperative team on complex projects that may span multiple infrastructure components or applications. Develop professional network and leadership skills, assisting in the creation and support of IT Solutions that enable success. Exercises independent judgment with minimal direction from supervisor.

Working directly on application / technical problem identification and resolution, including off-shift and weekend support functions. Participating in integrated testing and user acceptance of application or infrastructure components. Working with vendors on the integration of purchased application(s) and/or infrastructure. Designing and implementing processes, or process improvements, to aid in development and support.

Education/Experience:
Computer-related or Engineering-related College or University Degree, Some IT job-related experiences, IT experience related to programming, integration or infrastructure - preferred, and Computer related or Engineering related Masters degree - preferred.

Knowledge and experience with one or more of the following business processes (Preferred):
1. Supply Chain.
2. Manufacturing.
3. Product Introduction.
4. Product Support.

Specifications & Engineering Change Co-ordinator - 1643564 - Shrewsbury (LHI-106784)

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Specifications & Engineering Change Co-ordinator - 1643564
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England

We are recruiting for Specifications and Engineering Change Co-ordinator on a 6-month contract based in Shrewsbury.

As Specifications and Engineering Change Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for:
* To liaise with Engineering, Product Support and Salvage Development in developing and validating reusability guidelines.
* View and interpret releases and changes to prints to determine the impact on Remanufacturing.
* To compile Engineering Change Requests and implement changes to the Bills of Material (BoM's).
* Coordinate New Product Introduction activities. (Specification Deliverables)
* To produce specifications (BoM's) for CRS-S Products.
* Participate in Change Control meetings.
* Own and Populate Item Master Data.

Candidates need to demonstrate the following attributes:
* PC Literate
* Good knowledge of MFG Pro an advantage but not essential.
* Good Understanding of Product structures would be an advantage
* Understanding of systems an advantage but not essential.
* Good written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
* Ability to communicate at all levels
* Apprentice trained desirable but not essential
* ONC desirable.
* Knowledge of products and processes important but not essential

Mechanical Design Engineer - 1638106 - Shrewsbury (LHI-106782)

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Mechanical Design Engineer - 1638106
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England

We are recruiting for a Mechanical Design Engineer on a 6-month contract based in Shrewsbury.

As Mechanical Design Engineer, you will will assume a significant role on a project team with accountability for contributing to the design of critical components and sub-systems and improvements to existing products to a pre-determined deadline.

The applicants would be responsible for:
* Design schemes, detail drawings, FMEA's, design reviews and calculations
* Liaising closely with suppliers and customers to achieve high quality, cost effective designs.
* Communicating with production facilities to ensure ease of manufacturing and assembly.
* Working closely with the Development Team throughout the NPI cycle to ensure the robustness of both component and system designs.

Key Skills and Attributes:
* Sound knowledge of vehicle driveline systems (engine, transmission, cooling systems) preferred.
* Working knowledge of Pro-Engineer CAD system.
* Good team-working skills.
* Self-motivated and energetic with good communication skills and the ability to present to and have discussions internally, with customers and suppliers.
* Ability to deliver work to clearly defined plans within tight timescales.
* Flexibility to manage multiple priorities and prepared to bear significant responsibility for completion of a project.
* Working knowledge of systems and processes would be an advantage although training will be provided as appropriate.

IT Analyst - 1598085 - Wolverhampton (LHI-106780)

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IT Analyst - 1598085
Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England

We are recruiting for an IT Analyst on a 6-month contract based in Wolverhampton.

As IT Analyst, you will be responsible for working both independently and with a cooperative team on complex projects that may span multiple infrastructure components or applications. Develop professional network and leadership skills, assisting in the creation and support of IT Solutions that enable success. Applicants will need to complete exercises/tasks using their independent judgment with minimal direction from supervisor.

Working directly on application / technical problem identification and resolution, including off-shift and weekend support functions. Participating in integrated testing and user acceptance of application or infrastructure components. Working with vendors on the integration of purchased application(s) and/or infrastructure. Designing and implementing processes, or process improvements, to aid in development and support.

Knowledge and experience with one or more of the following business processes (Preferred):
1. Supply Chain.
2. Manufacturing.
3. Product Introduction.
4. Product Support.

Education/Experience:
Computer-related or Engineering-related College or University Degree, Some IT job-related experiences, IT experience related to programming, integration or infrastructure - preferred, and Computer related or Engineering related Masters degree - preferred.

Skills and Competencies:
Knowledge of the latest technology in programming languages, computing hardware and software and current development processes and tools. Contribute real value by developing, integrating, and/or supporting in-house and purchased applications or infrastructure solutions in order to solve business problems.

Marketing Representative - 1642773 - Peterborough (LHI-106779)

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Marketing Representative - 1642773
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

We are recruiting for a Marketing Representative on a 12-month contract based in Peterborough.

As Marketing Representative, you will be responsible for gathering information on competitors and methods of marketing and distribution.

Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:
* Analyse sales opportunities, review pricing practices, assist with new product information releases, and develop competitive analysis for the assigned industry.
* You will also be involved with the development of marketing strategies for assigned rotational workgroup/industry.
* Assist/lead projects related to global dealer operational excellence, working closely with other Service Divisions.
* Develop a strong understanding of product application and proper maintenance practices, and be able to articulate product issues as well as proposed solutions.
* Develop a network of service engineering teams to assist with product/application questions.
* Understand warranty/goodwill policies and apply effectively in support of field related issues.

Education/Experience:
A Bachelor's degree in an accredited Marketing, Business Administration, Management, Finance, Engineering, or Engineering Technology curriculum.

Other degrees in Business or Engineering will also be considered.

This role is responsible for the following area:-
- Exhibition and event support
- Sales presentation creation and development
- Assisiting the development and creation of promotional photography and video production
- General support to the departmental team

Attributes: applicants will show strength in teamwork, good interpersonal skills, ability to deal with people at all levels, attention to detail and flexible. Excellent Powerpoint skills are essential to this role

Due to the nature of the work carried out within the department additional hours are sometime required, so flexibility is important

Non Destructive Test Engineer-Level 3 Position - Isle of Wight (RB-105409)

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Non Destructive Test Engineer-Level 3 Position
Isle of Wight, England

An exciting opportunity to work in a world leading Development Facility whose work is undoubtedly pushing the technology boundaries in future aircraft design
This position is an integral part of the companies plans for the next few years; this role will be assume the full technical control of NDT. They are looking for a person who is certified to Level 3 standards, or a very strong Level 2 person ready to take their Level 3 exams and has proven experience in aerospace.
You`ll have experience using ultrasonic and radiographic methods, product inspection (welding and fabrication) using magnetic particle inspection.
A challenging and rewarding position with a leading firm that will really push you whilst offering a structured career path with the firm.
This is a permanent role with an excellent salary and benefits including flexible working hours.

Marketing Representative - 1642806 - Peterborough (LHI-106778)

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Marketing Representative - 1642806
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

We are recruiting for a Marketing Representative on a 12-month contract based in Peterborough.

As Marketing Representative, you will be responsible for gathering information on competitors and methods of marketing and distribution.

Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:
* Analyse sales opportunities, review pricing practices, assist with new product information releases, and develop competitive analysis for the assigned industry.
* You will also be involved with the development of marketing strategies for assigned rotational workgroup/industry.
* Assist/lead projects related to global dealer operational excellence, working closely with other Service Divisions.
* Develop a strong understanding of product application and proper maintenance practices, and be able to articulate product issues as well as proposed solutions.
* Develop a network of service engineering teams to assist with product/application questions.
* Understand warranty/goodwill policies and apply effectively in support of field related issues.

Education/Experience:
A Bachelor's degree in an accredited Marketing, Business Administration, Management, Finance, Engineering, or Engineering Technology curriculum.

Other degrees in Business or Engineering will also be considered.

Skills and Competencies:
*Strong communication and leadership skills.
* Must be willing to travel extensively (50-70%) as well as relocate based upon business needs.

Project Manager - 1500729 - Stafford (LHI-106777)

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Project Manager - 1500729
Stafford, Staffordshire, England

We are recruiting for a Project Manager on a 12-month contract based in Stafford.

As Project Manager, you will manage all aspects of cost reduction across multiple project teams to drive significant fiscal cost reduction for the Stafford facility by:
* Providing leadership to cross functional teams accountable for product related cost reduction.
* Actively pursues current product cost reduction.

This position has significant impact on the success of cost reduction for the Stafford site. Directs, co-ordinates and manages all activities relevant to delivering fiscal cost reduction across multiple teams and is responsible for identifying and building a portfolio of cost reduction ideas for execution over multiple years.

General duties include
1. This position leads continuous cost reduction initiatives within the cost reduction team and demonstrates leadership in recognizing the potential for cost reduction as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals.
2. The role includes identifying cost reduction opportunities, ensuring projects are defined and financially justified through creation of business cases, launching project teams, use of project management skills to manage team activities, leading teams to execute projects, tracking project status and results, removing and elevating project barriers.
3. Drives collaboration among other functions and teams including Engineering, Category and Site Buyers, Logistics, Quality, Specifications and suppliers for successful cost reduction activities such as resourcing, design changes, process changes, negotiations and commercial agreements.
4. Responsible and accountable for the definition, development, implementation, training and effective use of methods and governance process to support cost reduction and to measure results.
5. Participate in project reviews and provide point of contact for project leaders for problem resolution

Experience, Qualifications required:
1. Degree
2. Project Management experience in Purchasing
3. Interpersonal skills
4. Demonstrated functional leadership and strength in directing teams to effective solutions
5. Analytical, problem solving and project management expertise
6. Effective communicator including written and oral

Key competencies
a. Leadership
b. Initiative
c. Accountability
d. Communication

Purchasing Analyst - 1522204 - Peterborough (LHI-106774)

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Purchasing Analyst - 1522204
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England

We are recruiting for a Purchasing Analyst on a 6-month contract based in Peterborough.

As Purchasing Analyst, you will be responsible for buying goods and services for use by their company or organisation. Exercises independent judgment with direction from supervisor.

Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:
* Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other relevant factors.
* Purchase the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts.
* Prepare purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services.
* Monitor shipments to ensure that goods come in on time and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.

Education/Experience:
* University degree in a financial discipline - preferred. Previous finance-related experience required.

Skills and Competencies:
* Verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, negotiation skills and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to analyse financial reports, price proposals and other technical data.
* Ability to accurately document and record customer/client information.
* Ability to predict consumer buying patters.
* Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations related to purchasing.
* Knowledge of supply chain management.
* Previous experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel

Senior Engineer (Development) - 1630386 - Shrewsbury (LHI-106773)

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Senior Engineer (Development) - 1630386
Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England

We are recruiting for a Senior Development Engineer on a 6-month contract based in Shrewsbury.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to become part of a team of engineers responsible for the development of engines and powertrains for military applications

The Senior Development Engineer will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating engine development work, including pre-test planning, detailed specification and writing of testing instructions, reviewing test data to ensure quality and post-test data analysis.

Roles will vary by project but could include engine calibration, system performance analysis, component development as well as paper based studies investigating new and innovative technology.

Responsibilities
* Working with technologies to contribute and support development of new and legacy engines for military applications
* Advanced analysis and interpretation of testing data to define calibration requirements
* Root cause analysis of identified technical issues
* Technical reporting of executed development
* Identify quality issues and understand performance interactions

Qualifications
Essential:
* Strong technical aptitude
* Accredited Engineering Degree or relevant experience and demonstrated competency
* Strong understanding of engine component development
* A demonstrated high level of capability and experience working independently within engine performance and emissions development, preferably for Diesel engines
* Specific experience with the development of electronically controlled engines is essential with an understanding of the control system requirements

Desirable:
* Performance calibration experience in off-highway diesel engine components
* FMEA and 8D problem solving awareness is useful though not essential

Cost Estimator / Cost Engineer - West Midlands - £40000 - £42000 (SMIC-102672)

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Cost Estimator / Cost Engineer
industrial engineer, Should cost, parametric estimation
£40000 - £42000

Our automotive client is a market leader in luxury and high volume off-road vehicles, designing and manufacturing in the Midlands. Working in a team with a global focus, you will develop valuable knowledge of automotive parts and processes.

Focussing on a specific vehicle commodity - from Exterior to Interior, through Power Train, Chassis, and Electrical you will be responsible for delivering should cost estimates for a specific sub-set of parts, supporting the Purchase team in their negotiations with suppliers, working closely with Design Engineers as a business advisor, identifying and supporting the implementation of opportunities to reduce costs, influencing relevant programmes and commodity directions and supporting cross-functional, cross-brand and supplier charge outs.

You will need to demonstrate a range of relevant manufacturing process knowledge, together with technical awareness at both the production process and cost driver level. You will have excellent communication skills are vital, together with a proven ability to think on your feet and make appropriate decisions.

Automotive or Aerospace experience is preferred.

Machine Operator / Press Leader - Coventry - £16.5k - 19k per year + bens (RHN/)

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Machine Operator / Press Leader
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£16.5k - 19k per year + bens

Cost

Maintain full control of Press Line, reduce downtime and lost production, you must notify the Stamping management team immediately of issues which have the potential to have negative impact upon production targets being achieved and stock losses due to scrap / mislabels etc.

Management

Proactively manage and coordinate Press teams in order to achieve QCDMS targets.
Ensure that SPM is maintained on Press lines and controlled by communicating with team members whilst carrying out ‘round by round’ reporting.
Ensure compliance to Press plans, report plan adherence to line management as and when appropriate by following escalation processes.
Ensure that Press lines are maintained to an exceptional standard by making sure that all areas are free of Scrap / Oil / Dirt and any other relevant factors which have potential to have a negative impact on production.
Conduct process audits to ensure compliance, report findings to Resources Coordinator and line management on findings of audits, support Kaizen activity plan, assist in supporting changes and improvements in department activities.
Provide feedback on any highlighted issues within any of the systems under direct control; liaise with line manager to assure compliance and performance measures are achieved.
Provide cover and support to Team Leader with absence cover across department

Essential

Experience of maintaining systems and processes of work targeted towards achieving successful outcomes.
Experience of managing part concerns / issues and carrying out investigations by using appropriate problem solving tools.
Demonstrable experience of carrying out similar activities / work role including ability to Mig Weld (training provided for suitable candidate).
Knowledge and experience on Stamping working environment relevant to understanding production processes, Press setting / operating and Press Machinery requirements.
Shows willingness and a ‘can do’ approach towards being adaptable and flexible when needed in order to meet department and business needs.
Good communication skills, ability to build working relationships at all levels.
Ability to provide accurate reports and data analysis in / from graphical format highlighting quality and resource issues within Press department (Good level of IT skills required; MS Excel / Word / PowerPoint).
Determination and drive to ensure Quality is maintained.

Desirable

An understanding of Lean techniques and their application.
System based understanding in ISO 9000:2000 / ISO 14001 and TS16949

Individual requirements:

Self motivated, used to working under own initiative, well organized, with excellent attention to detail. A ‘hands on’ approach is needed for successful completion of activities in this role.
Ability to work in a fast paced, Team environment with a strong commitment to resolve problems.
Flexible in managing own / team based events and able to deal with changing priorities. Should have good organizational skills which support achieving tasks and objectives.
Good communication skills, literate and numerate.
PC Literate in Word, Excel, Lotus Notes and PowerPoint.
Excellent attendance record.

Commercial Manager - Cheshire - £55,000 - contract opportunity considered (RHN-102701)

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Commercial Manager
Cheshire, England
£55,000 - contract opportunity considered

Part of a major global aerospace group engineering mechanical aerospace systems, our client now has an opportunity for a Commercial Manager. Reporting to the Commercial Director and working in a small team, the Commercial Manager, will lead all pricing activity within the company and be responsible for liaison with other functions to gather information to support this activity.

You will be responsible for the preparation of draft contractual documents and negotiation with the company`s customers to close new transactions, amend contracts and resolve disputes. You will also be responsible for the preparation of documentation for relevant corporate approvals of transactions, provide advice to the company`s sales team as to the viability of proposed transaction, provide assistance to the Commercial Director with the preparation and maintenance of the company`s Commercial Policies and Procedures and assist in the development and training of more junior staff.

Role Summary/Purpose:

Commercial Manager

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsible as the focal point for all contracting issues for assigned contracts / proposals which may also include contracts at other sites.
Responsible for the review/coordination of all assigned proposals and contracts.
Demonstrates understanding of functional, business, and broad company objectives.
Effectively interfaces with all functions of the business including Manufacturing, Program Management, Marketing, Engineering, Finance, and Legal.
Provides alternative solutions to meet client requirements.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Sound knowledge of contract formation, practises and regulations.
Degree in an applicable discipline or equivalent level of knowledge of experience.
Practical involvement in the preparation and negotiation of military or commercial contracts.

Desired Characteristics:

Extensive knowledge of contract formation and regulations.
Ability to anticipate, identify and resolve complex contractual issues.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Commercial estimating (parametric)
Numerically strong
Strong interpersonal skills.

The role will also involve the compilation of cost estimates for the purpose of determining tender prices and estimates to complete for ongoing programmes, the development and management of sources of data and techniques to support the Estimating process and examination of functional estimates to ensure rigour in their preparation.

You will be educated to University Degree level with experience in an aerospace or automotive company, with a background and training in commercial management . You must also exhibit excellent attention to detail and a methodical approach to tasks and have evidence of previous experience in leading the compilation of Commercial estimates. Salary:£55,000 Commensurate with experience.

Climate Controls / HeVac / HVAC Integration Engineer - Coventry (RGR-95382)

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Climate Controls / HeVac / HVAC Integration Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

A European Technical Centre for new vehicle development including Electric Vehicles. Established in 2005 with very exciting growth plans and a bright future. Situated on a very attractive University campus in Coventry, and offering excellent career growth opportunities and a wide variety of technically challenging projects in a relatively small team environment. An organisation where an Engineer`s talent and contribution is recognised and rewarded.
The focus of the job is the integration of Climate Controls / HeVac / HVAC systems on a variety of vehicle programmes. Elements of the job will include:

Manage and direct the design release of Climate Control / HeVAC, HVAC systems / components, including BoM`s, system design specifications, supplier management.
Direct or conduct system thermal analysis using appropriate CAE tools such as. KULI or Radtherm.
Direct CFD and cabin thermal CAE analysis to aid in the design of the system and manage passenger thermal comfort.
Develop and manage vehicle targets, DVP`s, and programme status documents.
Conduct testing in environmental test facilities and on development hot and cold climate trips, including; management of vehicle instrumentation / data acquisition and processing, analyzing and reporting of test data.
Be able and willing to spend up to 1 week in 8 overseas.
Candidate Requirements:
Degree, HND, HNC qualified
A minimum of 3 years experience in Climate Control / HeVAC / HVAC systems development gained in the Automotive, RAIL, AEROSPACE, MILITARY or DEFENCE industries.
Good understanding of human thermal comfort principles.
Hold an UK Driving Licence
Be immediately eligible to work in the UK

Launch Manager - Coventry (RGR-105697 C)

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Launch Manager
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Ref: W/105697 | Coventry

Package: Attractive salary, car allowance and excellent benefits (Checked: 07/03/12)

Great opportunity for a Quality & Warranty focused Manager to join this recent start up

Description
A new, low volume car assembly facility for Electric Vehicle manufacture has been established in East Coventry in the UK Midlands. This has created an opportunity for an experienced Quality & Warranty focused Manager to join the team.

Job Requirements
Acting as the interface between Engineering Development and Manufacturing; aspects of the role will include:

Interpreting and diagnosing customer originated faults and develop remedial action as appropriate.
Reduce progressively exposure to warranty claims.
Provide Engineering input to Manufacturing quality improvement.Work with suppliers to ensure quality problems are investigated and countermeasures implemented.
Provide technical review of any changes requested by suppliers or Engineering to ensure there is no impact on system robustness.
Issue engineering releases to solve concerns and approve the consequential parts introduction.
Liaise with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure new or modified product content is integrated seamlessly into the production environment.
Use problem resolution / quality methodologies such as 8D analysis, FMEA, DVP.

Details
Candidate requirements:
Degree HNC / HND qualification.
Strong numeracy & literacy.
Possess significant Automotive industry experience.
Understand and have an appreciation of vehicle system integration, particularly CAN.
Able to demonstrate a highly systematic approach to problem resolution with good influencing skills.

"Problem solver", "Current Engineering", Manufacturing, "Electric Vehicle", "automotive job", Quality, Warranty

Quality Manager - Coventry (RGR-105697 B)

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Quality Manager
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Ref: W/105697 | Coventry

Package: Attractive salary, car allowance and excellent benefits (Checked: 07/03/12)

Interpreting and diagnosing customer originated faults and develop remedial action as appropriate.
Reduce progressively exposure to warranty claims.
Provide Engineering input to Manufacturing quality improvement.Work with suppliers to ensure quality problems are investigated and countermeasures implemented.
Provide technical review of any changes requested by suppliers or Engineering to ensure there is no impact on system robustness.
Issue engineering releases to solve concerns and approve the consequential parts introduction.
Liaise with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure new or modified product content is integrated seamlessly into the production environment.
Use problem resolution / quality methodologies such as 8D analysis, FMEA, DVP.

Details
Candidate requirements:
Degree HNC / HND qualification.
Strong numeracy & literacy.
Possess significant Automotive industry experience.
Understand and have an appreciation of vehicle system integration, particularly CAN.
Able to demonstrate a highly systematic approach to problem resolution with good influencing skills.

"Problem solver", "Current Engineering", Manufacturing, "Electric Vehicle", "automotive job", Quality, Warranty

Powertrain Opportunities in the USA - MI-Michigan (RGR-101999)

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Powertrain Opportunities in the USA
MI-Michigan, United States

A recognized global partner for the automotive industry is looking to fill key positions at its North American Engineering Headquarters in Michigan. This opportunity will appeal to candidates based in or near Shoreham, Brighton, Peterborough, Daventry, Darlington, Birmingham, Coventry, Northampton, Milton Keynes, London. Applications are also welcome from Powertrain Engineers based in China, Japan, Korea, Australia, France, Sweden, Germany, Holland, Italy, Spain.
This is a very exciting opportunity for ambitious and talented Powertrain Engineers to join a highly dynamic team developing the "powertrains of the future". Utilising state of the art facilities, employing and developing leading-edge methodologies you will be working within highly qualified and motivated teams with the opportunity to directly interact with a wide range of clients.
Degree qualified top-quality Powertrain Design, Analysis, CFD, Development and Calibration and Control Engineers looking to take the next steps in their careers via gaining US-based experience are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a minimum of 4 years experience will be considered. Applications from candidates in the Aerospace and Defence industries are also encouraged to apply.

Candidates with experience in the fields of Heavy Duty Diesel, HSDI Diesel and DI Gasoline are of particular interest.

Highly competitive salaries are offered together with Health Care Plan, 401k US pension plan, relocation assistance, flexible assignment duration and Work Permit / Visa applications.

BIW Closures Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-106130)

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BIW Closures Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Leading the concept layout for bonnet, side doors and tailgate, material selection, packaging and exterior surface development, DFMEA`s and DVP`s.
Manage cross-functional design reviews to solve critical project issues.
Delivery will be achieved by leading a multi-functional team that will include staff, contractors and supplier resource.
Interface with the customer to ensure the project milestones and gateways are met and delivered.
Generate internal project timing and resource plans.
Initial project is UK based for a significant period.
Candidate details:
Degree, HND or HNC Engineering qualification.
Ideally possessing more than 10 years Auto industry experience in BIW, leading teams of Engineers.
Capable of managing complex projects and providing leadership to a project team of significant size.

Chassis - Market Quality Engineer - Swindon (RGR-105763)

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Chassis - Market Quality Engineer
Swindon, Wiltshire, England

One of the most successful vehicle manufacturers in the UK now has an opportunity for an experienced Automotive Chassis Engineer with good experience of product design. Based in Swindon, commutable from Reading, Bristol, Bath, Oxford, Cheltenham.
The Design Quality department is based at Swindon and their main role is to support RandD in Japan and America to make Quick recovery and prevent reoccurrence of Quality concerns. You will manage quality concerns related to design and specification and will carry out complex technical investigations and deploy countermeasure actions that improve vehicle, reduce warranty cost and improve customer satisfaction. The main elements of the role will include:

Testing - experienced in data acquisition using Dewtron or V Box for example
Use in-house systems to collect market data and incident parts
Travel to incident vehicles, operational environment and actual customer concerns
Liaison with Designers, Service, Production and our customers
Take a hand on approach to locally reproducing concerns and analysing defective parts
Preparing reports and presentation problem status and future planned activities to senior managers internally and externally
Lead, manage cross functional teams to establish causes of major Quality issues
The role will require frequent travel to overseas and on occasions at short notice
Candidate requirements:
An Engineering Degree
Demonstrable problem solving skills in Chassis Brakes / Suspension / Wheels / Tyres
Excellent PC skills - particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Be proactive and demonstrate a high level of self motivation to deliver
Catia v5 2D/3D skills are desirable

Automotive Electrical Design Engineer - Swindon (RGR-105762)

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Automotive Electrical Design Engineer
Swindon, Wiltshire, England

One of the most successful vehicle manufacturers in the UK now has an opportunity for an experienced Automotive Electrical Engineer with good experience of product design. Based in Swindon, commutable from Reading, Bristol, Bath, Oxford, Cheltenham.
To provide technical capability for development, production and quality of automotive parts/systems, supporting the Electrical Engineering Dept. The role will involve model development, working on special editions up to future full model derivatives. Activities and responsibilities will include:

Modification of global part design for local manufacture
Value Engineering and Cost Down idea generation and implementation
Vehicle and parts teardown and benchmarking analysis
Research into latest technology and applications
Design and development of Electrical parts including Electrical distribution, Lighting, ICE, Navigation, Security systems, Telematics and Connectivity
Cost, weight and technical feasibility analysis
Drawing creation, modification, check and release
Localised parts development and maturation for Honda Factories in UK and Turkey
Competitor parts analysis
Confirmation of SPEC test reports and analysis of HRE internal test results
Market Quality concern investigation and countermeasure instigation
Monitor and research, industry trends of new Electrical and IT technology
Occasional travel overseas will be required
Candidate requirements:
Ability to direct and oversee Electrical system and part development
Wiring harness and control unit experience would be especially useful
Research skills with the ability to report information relating to Electrical
Be proactive and demonstrate high level of self motivation to deliver results
An adept communicator, be able to build good relationships across all cultures both internally and externally
CAD experience (CATIA V5 usage) is preferable
Previous automotive OEM or Tier-1 experience is desirable but not essential
Competence in Japanese or a European language is desirable but not essential

Vehicle Aerodynamics Integration Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-105993)

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Vehicle Aerodynamics Integration Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Support the program team in the generation of aerodynamic targets and provide design guidelines for Design and Component areas.
Liaise with other engineering functions to promote aerodynamic issues
Conduct wind tunnel tests to determine aerodynamic characteristics, investigate shape changes for aerodynamic improvement and optimisation, and assess the performance of aerodynamic aids
Conduct wind tunnel tests to measure pressure distributions, for component loading, cooling airflow and to assess water management
Support chassis in assessing aerodynamic stability and NVH in aero-acoustic testing
Analysis of test data and for issuing reports on wind tunnel tests and on general aerodynamic issues.
Candidate requirements:
Degree qualified with a proven track record of working within the automotive industry.
Have a good understanding of fluid mechanics principles, and experience of CFD application to road vehicles with an awareness of aero-acoustic test methods.
Ideally Chartered or working towards or working toward this status.
Have extensive wind tunnel test experience and a good understanding of wind tunnel testing processes.
Experience on aerodynamics for passenger vehicles.
Large / Full Scale model experience
MORE JUNIOR AERODYNAMICISTS SEEKING A CAREER DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY ARE ALSO ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

Powertrain Thermal Systems Integration Engineer - Coventry (RGR-102304)

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Powertrain Thermal Systems Integration Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive university campus, this centre of excellence for the development of electric vehicles offers tremendous opportunities for career development. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in a multi-cultural environment in the UK and other locations world wide on a regular basis. This role will appeal to candidates located in Coventry, Leamington, Crewe, London, Birmingham, Warwick, Milton Keynes.

As an Integration Engineer you will be working on vehicle programmes in the area of Powertrain Thermal systems development (cooling, intake and exhaust). The job includes the following responsibilities:

Support the programme design team in the system specification definition for the powertrain thermal systems
Supervise cooling system flow and thermal analysis using appropriate CAE tools such as KULI or Radtherm in order to aid in the design of the cooling systems and heat management components
Develop and manage vehicle targets, DVP and programme status documents
Conduct testing in environmental test facilities and on development hot climate trips; this will include management of vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition as well as processing, analysing and reporting of test data.
Candidates will need to be Degree, HND or HNC qualified, able to demonstrate strong numeracy and literacy skills and have significant experience in Powertrain Thermal systems development. Applications from more junior Engineers with relevant experience seeking a career development opportunity are also welcome.

Current Model Engineering Manager - West Midlands (RGR-105697)

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Current Model Engineering Manager
West Midlands, England

Current Model Engineering Manager

Ref: W/105697 | Coventry

Package: Attractive salary, car allowance and excellent benefits (Checked: 07/03/12)

Interpreting and diagnosing customer originated faults and develop remedial action as appropriate.
Reduce progressively exposure to warranty claims.
Provide Engineering input to Manufacturing quality improvement.Work with suppliers to ensure quality problems are investigated and countermeasures implemented.
Provide technical review of any changes requested by suppliers or Engineering to ensure there is no impact on system robustness.
Issue engineering releases to solve concerns and approve the consequential parts introduction.
Liaise with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure new or modified product content is integrated seamlessly into the production environment.
Use problem resolution / quality methodologies such as 8D analysis, FMEA, DVP.

Details
Candidate requirements:
Degree HNC / HND qualification.
Strong numeracy & literacy.
Possess significant Automotive industry experience.
Understand and have an appreciation of vehicle system integration, particularly CAN.
Able to demonstrate a highly systematic approach to problem resolution with good influencing skills.

"Problem solver", "Current Engineering", Manufacturing, "Electric Vehicle", "automotive job", Quality, Warranty

Safety CAE Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-105180)

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Safety CAE Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Leadership of the safety CAE competency on vehicle projects
Support all aspects of pre and post processing of LS-Dyna high speed load cases
Project management of programmes, adopting a disciplined and methodical approach to their work
Work across other CAE functions and code domains to gain a whole vehicle appreciation
Primarily UK based, there will be the need to spend approximately one week in 12 overseas at the parent company
Occasional travel to test facilities, suppliers and other world-wide locations will also be necessary on an adhoc basis
Candidate requirements:
Degree or similar qualification
Strong numeracy and literacy
A minimum of 5 years automotive industry experience
Have evidence of achieving results through effective leadership of a team, being able to translate the business plan into individual objectives for staff
A minimum of 5 years applied experience with LS-Dyna,, or similar, used for crash analysis
Secondary competency in Durability and NVH analysis would be an advantage
Have the ability to overcome cultural barriers

Principal Vehicle Exteriors Designer - West Midlands (RGR-104696)

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Principal Vehicle Exteriors Designer
West Midlands, England

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Electric Vehicles Senior Systems Integration Engineer - Coventry - £40k - 50k per year + Excellent salary and benefits (RGR-104629)

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Electric Vehicles Senior Systems Integration Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£40k - 50k per year + Excellent salary and benefits

Derivation of vehicle system diagnostics strategies to implement the requirements from the system safety case as well as requirements from service and manufacturing.
Validation of vehicle and systems diagnostic functions.
Perform in-vehicle testing with respect to fault insertion and practical pin FMEA.
Interface with manufacturing for electrical build support issues. HV, LV and CAN.
Based in Coventry there will also be the opportunity to travel overseas to the parent company location on an occasional basis not exceeding 10% of working time.
Candidate requirements.
Degree or similar qualification and a minimum of 5 years Automotive industry experience.
Have an understanding and appreciation of vehicle networking, particularly CAN. Including CANAlyzer, CANoe, INCA and other standard tools.
Extensive experience of the development and validation of automotive ECU`s, Hybrid or EV experience would be an advantage.
Knowledge and experience in developing electric motors and their controllers.
Able to generate, manage and execute component delivery plans and be responsible for all aspects of documentation delivery.

Senior Production Engineer - Leeds - Circa £30k (DPA-104025)

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Senior Production Engineer
Leeds, West Yorkshire, England
Circa £30k

Based in Yorkshire, our client is a long-established award winning designer and manufacturer of large AC induction motors. Their products are intended for the most arduous and demanding applications in the world. Offering quality and reliability that are considered second to none, the business is a preferred supplier to many international companies.
We are looking to recruit a SENIOR PRODUCTION ENGINEER to help build the production engineering department to enable the company to effectively schedule and capicity plan product manufacturing more effectively. Ideally degree qualified (or holding HNC / HND) in Mechanical or Production Engineering and having experience of process routing and optimisation. You should be well versed in Lean techniques, AutoCAD and able to read CNC code to suggest improvements to cycle timings.
This role is commutable from Leeds, Bradford, Wakefield, Halifax and Huddersfield.

Manufacturing Development Engineer - Isle of Wight (RB-106637)

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Manufacturing Development Engineer
Isle of Wight, England

A first tier supplier to the global aviation industry and a leader in the manufacture of highly complex composite and metallic aerostructures and engine products. The company is equally focused on military and civil markets. They are currently seeking Manufacturing Development Engineers due to continued growth and through new programmes.
To aid in the development of new and existing Aerospace production processes within both the Composite manufacture and assembly areas.
To develop the possible usage of new materials and processes within a wide range of applications.
Investigation and implementation of corrective actions using problem root cause analysis techniques.
Provide technical support to both internal and external customers.
Provide support to other Manufacturing Engineering disciplines as and when needed
Support Manufacturing continuous improvement plan and Lean initiative to develop improved operating processes and procedures.
Liaise with internal departments to ensure that the team is working to the correct specifications (e.g. Quality).
Liaising with customers at the working level in order to meet their requirements.
Managing workload of self and others to ensure tasking completed to schedule.
Ensure compliance with all aspects of health and safety requirements are adhered to.
Have the ability to lay-up and bag complex composite components.
Able to assist with the assembly of composite structures
Apply the Lean tools to problem solving
Report writing
Experience of quality management systems.
Experience of dealing with customers and suppliers.

Test Rig Design Engineer - Warwickshire (DC-105783)

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Test Rig Design Engineer
Warwickshire, England

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

We are seeking to recruit a Test Rig Design Engineer on either a permanent or contract basis.

As Test Rig Design Engineer, you will have the following skills/experience:

* Knowledge of test rig design, preferably within the aerospace industry, but candidates from other backgrounds (such as machinery or transport) will be considered.
* Basic knowledge of dynamic (motorised) systems/machines.
* Possess a good general engineering knowledge including basic mechanical structures.
* Ability to produce mechanical estimates (costing of hardware and design) is advantageous.
* Knowledge of and familiarity with AutoCAD software and be able to produce basic drawings. More advanced AutoCAD skills would be advantageous. Other drawing systems may be considered.
* An understanding of electrical control systems would be desirable (design knowledge is not expected.)
Applicants are required to have a HNC/HND, degree or equivalent in a related engineering field.

Essential Skills required:
* Proficient with AutoCAD software and Microsoft Office Word, Excel.
* Familiar with the use of software including Autodesk and other
* Microsoft Office software.

Desirable:
* Ideally test rig design.
* Similar fields (e.g. machine tool design) will be considered.

CMM Programmer - Automotive - PC DMIS - West Midlands (GSI-106657)

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CMM Programmer - Automotive - PC DMIS
West Midlands, England

This company have 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 products for some of the largest and most successful automotive OEMs in the world.

The firms location is not accessible by public transport so you must be able to drive or be driven.

We are looking to source a PC DMIS based CMM Programmer to work in a Tier 1 supplier to the automotive market. You`ll be programming the machinery on a daily basis, collating the information, liaising with metrology and measuring using mics, verniers amongst others.

First article inspection experience in the Automotive/Aerospace industry is essential as is experience with PPAP, ISIR or FAIRS.

A great opportunity to join a company who are expanding due to high volumes of work.

Qualifications must be from a Mechanical Engineering background, metrology or CMM; any qualification levels considered.

This is a permanent role with an immediate start based on a day pattern (there is a possibility that the role may go to shifts so please be aware of this when applying), a good market salary with benefits.

Engineer Body in White Simulation - 22486 - Warwickshire - £33.50 - 33.50 per hour (DC-106659)

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Engineer Body in White Simulation - 22486
Warwickshire, England
£33.50 - 33.50 per hour

Our automotive client is a market leader in luxury and high volume off-road vehicles, designing and manufacturing in the Midlands Particular emphasis will be placed on:

* Product and Process manufacturing feasibility analysis.
* Support Process Planning (interface between process and simulation)
* Manage digital product / process analysis deliverables in alignment to product development timing plans
* Manage Simultaneous Engineering (SE) Partner resource to meet the Virtual Manufacturing deliverables
* Manage the Simulation and Tooling Design Plans, allocate timing and resource requirements
* Validate tooling and cell designs
* Validate tooling design and simulation as part of manufacturing buy-off
Data Management for Body In White Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (AME BIW). This includes product CAD imports, Virtual equipment libraries, managing data exchange with Vendors etc.
* Software development (Key User interface with IT Methods)
* Carry out User Acceptance Testing for new software releases, capture and feedback issues/enhancement to IT and software developers
* Buy-Off the Delivery of Supplier Tooling Design and Simulation
* Buy-Off the Delivery of Supplier Off-Line Programs
* Buy-Off Final Job1+90 of the facility, running at rate, meeting design cycle times etc.
* Controlling Project Documentation ensuring Tooling Design and Simulation delivery form vendors.

Role Requirements:
* Robcad
* Body In White manufacturing process development and tooling design
* Automotive design and production experience
* Educated to Degree / HND level in Manufacturing Systems or a similar engineering discipline.
* Experience in the following software applications:- Robcad, Catia V5, AutoCAD, Fides, Team Centre, Microsoft Office, Process Simulate, Process Designer

Project Engineer - 22518 - Warwickshire - £22.40 - 22.40 per hour (DC-106649)

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Project Engineer - 22518
Warwickshire, England
£22.40 - 22.40 per hour

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

The scope of this position is to include:

* Vehicle project plan construction in accordance with production creation system scaleability guidelines and latest company cycle plan, detailed schedule analysis and feasibility
* VPP concurrence facilitation , risk analysis and facilitation of risk register to include risk response planning and monitoring
* Chairing and presenting at key meetings
* Key point of contract for Hybrid projects
* Programme overlay planning

Skills Required:

* Project planning/scheduling knowledge including critical path analysis
* Confident communicator
* Highly computer literate
* Analytical approach to problem solving
* Degree level qualification

Some travelling between sites will be required

Project Managers - Worcestershire - Negotiable and benefits (JPR-105304)

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Project Managers
Worcestershire, England
Negotiable and benefits

Roxel manufacture a range of unique products and assemblies for the international defence market place. A new position has arisen for a permanent Project Manager. It could also be called Programme Manager or Senior Project Engineer.
You will manage development projects as regards cost and timescale and will liaise internally and with the customer. You will have the opportunity to travel in the UK and possibly abroad.
The programmes are of small to medium batch manufacture.
You will be qualified to at least an HNC and have relevant project management experience in an aerospace, defence, automotive or an allied industry. Experience of project management tools such as Microsoft Project or Primavera would be useful as would risk mitigation experience. You will be a UK national, or an EU national who has lived in the UK for at least 3 years. Experience will ideally be on whole projects and also projects of a changing or dynamic nature.

Overhead Line Engineer - Warwick - £37k - 50k per year + 35K to 50K, negotiable on experience (NDE-106114)

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Overhead Line Engineer
Warwick, Warwickshire, England
£37k - 50k per year + 35K to 50K, negotiable on experience

Our client is one of the worlds largest utilities, focused on delivering energy safely, reliably and efficiently.

Due to an internal move they are looking to recruit a permanent Overhead Line Engineer to be based out of their office in the Warwickshire area.
The role will be responsible for delivering a high level of technical response, engineering guidance and answering queries from maintenance delivery in regards to the operation and maintenance of overhead line equipment. You will need to have an indepth understanding across the range of overhead line technology.

You will need to represent the client externally to supplier in regards to associated issues including maintenance, general technical and engineering support.
You will need to be qualified to degree, HNC or HND level (or equivalent) in electrical or mechanical engineering and should also have membership of a relevant professional body - IET or similar.

The role comes with a basic salary of between 37k and 50k dependent on your experience.