Test Facilities Maintenance Engineer - Coventry - £25.70 - 25.70 per hour (888528)

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Test Facilities Maintenance Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£25.70 - 25.70 per hour

The Instrumentation and Maintenance team is part of Powertrain Test operations and Product Development. The team provides technical support to the Powertrain Engine and Emission Test areas at Whitley and Gaydon. The team's primary function is to support the installation, calibration, maintenance, rectification and repair of a range of complex instrumentation and facility infrastructure. The data delivered from the facility is used to drive the design and control technology in order to meet required vehicle level targets. The role covers day to day issue resolution, new technique and method development. The team works extensively with a wide range of test facility support teams and test bed users. The maintenance role is specifically focused on Mileage Accumulation and Emission Testing. A number of other IT related tasks and functions are supported within this remit. The job role is: To provide corrective maintenance support to ensure facility output is maintained, to plan and deliver the preventative and predictive measures and to manage suppliers who support this activity. To manage this activity to ensure that it is delivered to the required standard at minimum cost. The facility runs 24hrs/day, 7 days per week; the team works with pride and passion to ensure that the capabilities of the support systems have the functionality and robustness required to meet the demand.

Skills Required: 
An understanding of safe working practices and methods on electrical and electronic systems. Demonstrate an understanding of electrical principles and units. Practical ability to deliver service, maintenance, and repair of instrumentation equipment, Installation and setup of transducers and actuators. Technical/Theoretical ability to work on electric, electronic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems. An understanding of instrumentation control and monitoring systems, including diagnosis of issues. Data Analysis skills, including ability to define and measure symptoms and analyse information. Ability to make use of data gathered to define solution and implement process improvement. Confidence to take ownership, prioritise and follow up on short term decisions. Good PC Skills including both software and hardware. 

Skills Preferred: 
An understanding of internal combustion engines, transmission, driveline, emission systems and subsystems. An understanding of test quality data and analysis, preparation of calibration documentation in support of Certification activities. An understanding of the regulatory and legislative requirements of external agencies and organisations.

Experience Required: 
Competency to apply safe working practices in the laboratory and test environment. Competency and understanding of test instrumentation, equipment, calibration, maintenance and operation. Valid practical experience in the workplace and familiar with relevant regulative requirement, e.g. BS7671. Understand the principles of earthing/protection and associated protective devices. Demonstrate an understanding of electrical systems, switchgear and circuit types. An understanding of computer interface methods, electronics and electrical systems. Having worked in team environment and been a good team player, self-motivated and confident with good communication skills, verbal and written. Demonstrate the agility and flexibility required to deliver within tight deadlines. Demonstrate perseverance and ability to complete tasks in difficult circumstances. Diagnose basic faults and recognise their associated symptoms. Work with a range of cable types and carry out correct terminations and connections. Identify motor and power circuit faults. Use circuit diagrams as an aid to maintenance. Access electrical enclosures and replace fuses, reset overloads etc. Perform electrical isolation, testing for dead, etc on a wide range of devices and circuits safely. 

Experience Preferred: 
Ability to identify a wide range of electrical equipment & devices and understand their principles of operation/connections. Recognise the most common industrial motor types and understand their operation, connections and maintenance requirements. Use electrical test equipment effectively and carry out testing of a range of motors, solenoids, cables, etc (using insulation, continuity, tong testers).  Project management. 

Education Required: 
Ideally educated to Degree level in Electrical/Electronic field or related areas i.e. Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Mechanical. Alternatively HNC/HND/Foundation Degree in Electrical/Electronic engineering or related area. 

Additional Information: 
May be required to support activity at Gaydon.

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

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

Design and Development Budget Analyst - Gaydon - £18.10 - 18.10 per hour (888383)

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Design and Development Budget Analyst
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£18.10 - 18.10 per hour

This role is to manage and improve Design and Development spend. To develop a process to improve the management of Prototype spend and to improve the alignment between the PD Factory and Programme teams on engineering spend. PD Factory Management Resource planning is an independent department supporting management of Engineering spend: Resource, DandD and Prototype. Through provision and maintenance of accurate data including historical, synthetics (future) and actual in relevant currency. Reporting to the PD Resource Planning Manager responsibilities include:
For DandD Spend:
- Provide predictions to support the Business Planning process in line with agreed cycle plan iterations at a consolidated PD level.
- Develop and maintain Fiscal Year Original Budget allocation by Programme and CoC.
- Ensure compliance with agreed Change Management protocols and lead resolution of identified non compliances.
- Facilitate the monthly approvals process. Identifying submissions requiring Senior Manager explanation, reporting of actual and forecast Vs budget and Policy Non Compliance.
- Administer Budgets for vehicle programmes.
- Ownership of the DandD Process in support of related process improvement projects such as TFLE Synthetics and ePAS/PDL response Quality and Alignment.
- Facilitate the DandD Workstream contribution to PD Transformation including the PD Facilitators and the DandD Governance Meetings.
- Facilitate process and IT development in line with BSAP prioritization and ensure appropriate application of SiPPE Project management processes.
For Prototype Spend:
- Develop a process with VE to improve the management of Prototype spend including future planning, synthetics, programme spend, programme agreement sheets etc.
- Drive improved alignment between the PD factory and Programme teams.

Skills Required:
Able to lead the resolution of business and process issues within a multi functional. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with self confidence and the ability to work with minimum supervision. Ability to form effective working relationships across functions and levels. A passion for "process excellence" and the ability to translate scorecard targets into discrete deliverable projects. Ability to focus process improvement activity to deliver hard financial benefits. Management of budgets involving significant levels of tension and competing requirements. Project Management including the optimisation of quality, cost and timing. Reasonable level of PC literacy, particularly in the use of Excel, Google, PowerPoint and Microsoft Project. The role will require regular inter-site travel therefore it is essential that candidates hold a valid UK driving licence.

Experience Required:
Previous experience of managing budgets, project management, and using Microsoft Office applications is essential.

Experience Preferred:
Working knowledge of the Product Creation Process (GPDS) and the drivers of investment cost.

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

Additional Information:
Based at Gaydon, but occasional support will be required at Whitley.

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

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

Programme Team Data Administrator - Gaydon - £16.90 - 16.90 per hour (888413)

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Programme Team Data Administrator
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£16.90 - 16.90 per hour

Programme Team Data Analyst and Administrator

Skills Required:
Must have good communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to prioritise work. Must be able to analyse problems and develop effective solutions. Commitment, Flexibility, Self-Motivation for the role are necessary attributes for this position. Reasonable computer literacy, competent user of MS Office, Excel, and an aptitude to learn and apply new systems and processes. Experience of executive diary co-ordination.

Skills Preferred:
Skilled in PowerPoint presentation preparation.

Experience Required:
Day to day records management including resource tracking, overtime, travel approvals, CORAs. Planning and execution of internal events, including workshops, team communication events, coordinate office planning/facility needs. General team administration support, including shared drive administration, distribution list management, conference room administration and stationary co-ordination.

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

Additional Information:
Based in Building 546 Gaydon.

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

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

Product Development Workshop Administrator - Gaydon - £15.60 - 15.60 per hour (888350)

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Product Development Workshop Administrator
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£15.60 - 15.60 per hour

Product Development Workshop Administrator.

Skills Required:
Ability to process data and file accordingly, with attention to detail. Ability to work effectively in a team, and deal directly with internal customers. Good verbal and written communication skills. Good organisational skills. IT literacy, to manage e-mail and control record and metric status via EXCEL spreadsheets. UK driving licence for Category B vehicles. Able to carry out some manual handling and lifting. Ability to work within Health and Safety Risk Assessments, making appropriate use of PPE, and lifting and carrying equipment.

Skills Preferred:
UK Driving licence for categories BE and C1 FLT licence. Good knowledge of automotive components.

Experience Required:
Technical administration and record management. Microsoft applications. Some knowledge of vehicle workshops and their control and work management systems.

Experience Preferred:
Experience of vehicle workshop processes and tooling.

Education Required:
GCSE or equivalent in English language and mathematics.

Education Preferred:
CandG L3 (or equivalent) in vehicle maintenance discipline or similar.

Additional Information:
Some outdoor work will be required. Activities will be largely on the Gaydon site - but will spread over a number of buildings.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Diesel Base Engine Programme Project Engineer - Coventry - £24.60 - 24.60 per hour (888120)

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Diesel Base Engine Programme Project Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£24.60 - 24.60 per hour

The role is to support the Diesel Base Engine Programme Manager in the day to day delivery of the diesel base engine programme. Activities may include, but will not be limited to:
- Compilation and management of target brochures.
- Development of programme and activity timing plans.
- Management of design release and component ordering planning.
- Cost and weight tracking and management.
- Gateway deliverable status tracking and reporting.
- Creation and management of relevant programme reporting metrics.
- Tracking and management of issue resolution e.g. AIMS, CCAR, etc.
- Support of Vehicle line customers during prototype vehicle builds and launch activities.

The Programme Office interfaces primarily with the base engine design team, development, calibration, and engine management teams. In addition the team interacts with Finance, Purchase, Manufacturing Engineering, other CoC's and Vehicle Engineering teams to ensure a joined up delivery of overall programme deliverables.

Skills Required:
This is a challenging role with much to be delivered under tight time, resource and financial constraints. Key to delivery will be a flexible, can do attitude mixed with a combination of competence to get the job done and the honesty to speak up when you are unsure or need guidance. As such:
- Some experience in Project Management is essential as are good communication and presentation skills.
- Highly competent in PC desktop applications e.g. Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- High levels of personal organisation and motivation are essential. Happy to use own initiative to tackle problems and flexible in your approach to achieve the best programme results.
- Good understanding of the product development process is required, including GPDS/PCS.
- Candidates must be committed, flexible and able to work under pressure with low levels of supervision. Strong verbal and written communication skills are important to communicate across all levels, and these should be combined with a confident attitude.

Skills Preferred:
A good general knowledge of engine systems and components would be advantageous. Familiarity with key OEM PD IT systems will be beneficial, including Integrator, eFDVS, GPIRS, WERS etc.

Experience Required:
Relevant experience in similar project management role is essential.

Education Required:
Educated to HNC/HND level, in a relevant field or subject. Extensive automotive experience

Education Preferred:
Ideally educated to Degree level, in a relevant field or subject.

Additional Information:
Full UK driving licence with less than 6 penalty points.

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

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

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

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

Specialist Durability Test Engineer - Component/System Test Rigs.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Experience Preferred:
An understanding of automotive competitive strategy benchmarking.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

REQUIREMENTS:

The roles are to work within areas such as:

Base Engine Development

Prototype design

Cooling System

Test Automation

Cost Reduction

Advanced Product Creation

Test Engineering

DESCRIPTION:

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

VAC REQ :

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Support Test Team with development activity on;

- Parts Procurement

- Rig Test prep etc

- Test Bed Support

- Build Support and Vehicle Sign off prior to test

- Conduct vehicle tests in-House

- eFDVS loading & updates

- Complete ESO documentation and write in-House reports.

- Issue & archive supplier reports.

Skills Required:

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

Experience Required:

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

Education Required:

Engineering Degree

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Education Required:
Engineering Degree

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Project Engineer - Systems - Worcester - £40k per year (888597)

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Project Engineer - Systems
Worcester, Worcestershire, England
£40k per year

As Project Engineer (Systems), you will be responsible for the design of advanced electronically controlled brake systems and sub-systems. Responsibilities will include the specification, design and evaluation of electronic hardware used in commercial vehicle applications as well as the specification of the full software life cycle.
Responsibilities:-
- To develop system concepts for commercial vehicles and drive system and component specifications
- To model system performance behaviour
- To model component operation including software elements and drive functional specifications
- To support engineers from other disciplines in system development and testing
- Creation of product and components requirement specifications
- Proposal and evaluation of electronics hardware design concepts
- Provide specifications to allow design and development of electronic circuits and Black box design.
- Perform SFMEA and DFMEA studies.
- Provide technical support through the complete product life cycle.
- Generation of a technical product document to allow for the end user installation and service manuals to be compiled
- Perform job functions in accordance with set policies and procedures to ensure preservation of Company Quality Policy
- Goal oriented self motivation

Degree qualified in an engineering, physical or mathematical discipline, you will have a strong understanding of mathematical model based design techniques as well as a strong understanding of vehicle dynamics.

You will have proven skills and knowledge of using CAE tools for dynamic systems analysis as well as an appreciation of (Current) commercial vehicle systems.

You will have an appreciation of the requirements of real time systems and a general understanding of C-programming, compilers and linkers.

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

Manufacturing Engineer-Aerospace-CNC Background Essential - Leicester (103354)

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Manufacturing Engineer-Aerospace-CNC Background Essential
Leicester, Leicestershire, England

The firm are seeking a person who has worked on the shop floor in an aerospace manufacturing environment, coming from a CNC or ME background, your role will be to sign off drawings of engines parts (blades, disks and casings) from a manufacturability viewpoint.

The main aspects of the role are to liaise with the Manufacturing Engineers in relation to materials or components (estimating the cost of forging, machining prototypes) and then source the items that they need to increase production (nickel alloys in particular). The Manufacturing Engineering from an Aerospace company is essential as the company are solely aerospace providers.

The other aspects of the job are of sourcing the materials locally, it will involve liaising with suppliers for the best price available and measuring their performance against agreed KPI's. Experience of these elements are not pre requisites as they can be taught, a willingness to learn these skills is paramount though as the successful candidate will be working almost independently. It's a great opportunity to learn new techniques whilst retaining the Manufacturing Engineering role, ultimately you will be working on a new test rig for the firm.

Educational requirements are a minimum of a HND/HNC in engineering, apprentice trained (Toolmaking or CNC) would be very sought after too, this role is a very interesting and challenging with an opportunity to develop the role how you see fit at a later date. It's based on days and a good salary.

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.

IT Analyst - 1853391 - Peterborough - £21/hr Ltd Co. rate (888625)

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IT Analyst - 1853391
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England
£21/hr Ltd Co. rate

We seek a IT Analyst for an initial 12-month contract based in Peterborough.

THE COMPANY:
Perkins Engines is part of the UK Caterpillar Group located in Peterborough. They are the leading supplier of off-highway diesel and gas engines for the agricultural, material handling, general industrial and construction sectors.

THE ROLE:

As IT Anaylst, 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 our success. Exercises independent judgment with minimal direction from supervisor.

Major Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- 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.

THE PERSON:

Applicants need the following 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. 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.

APPLY NOW:

Your CV will be forwarded to Les Hines at Jonathan Lee Recruitment, who will treat it in the strictest confidence and keep you closely informed on the progress of your application.

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Technical Design Manager - Gloucester (888632)

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Technical Design Manager
Gloucester/Cheltenham/Worcester

A world leader in the design, development and manufacture of highly engineered specialist towing vehicles that are utilised in military and commercial aircraft ground and deck handler.
As a key member of the management team, we are currently recruiting for a Technical Design Manager to head up and manage a team responsible for new product development, mechanical, electrical, design, production and quality engineering, technical publications and aftermarket support.

The successful candidate will demonstrate
- Financial literacy, budgetary responsibility and control
- A can do hands on attitude with the ability to lead highly skilled engineers
- Able to inspire motivate and train employees at all levels of the organisation
- Excellent interpersonal skills and able to respond commercially to new business opportunities.
- Should have a minimum of 10 years managerial experience within an engineering / manufacture environment
- Qualified to an Engineering Degree level.
- Supplementary managerial qualifications
- A competent practitioner of world class manufacturing methodologies
- Lean / 6 sigma trained competent in all aspects of process control
- Expert in integrated ERP integrated computer systems
- Project management skills
- International travel to customer with new product introduction and after market

An attractive remuneration package is available to the right candidate plus excellent career prospects within a word class technology led engineering company.

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

Design Engineer - Rotherham - £26k - 32k per year (887257)

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Design Engineer
rotherham, doncaster, barnsley, sheffield
£26k - 32k per year

Client Information
My client an international market leading manufacturing company within the Automotive sector. The company are experiencing a continual growth over the last few years and have a very strong order book and customer base. My client based in South Yorkshire offer a full manufacturing service including design and development work on site through manufacturing and final part assembly.


Main Duties
The main duties of the role will focus on the design and development and a range electro- mechanical switchgear. The post holder will be responsible for working with the Pre production development team to take projects through to delivery stage by working with internal and external teams to ensure customers requirements are met in full and on time and within budget

Job description
- Develop and present technical presentations to the customers and others on new or current projects.
- Design and development of new Products in line with customer specifications and in line with company procedures
- Produce thorough and accurate design project documentation to gain approval of customer and Design manager
- Implement design changes to improve manufacturing efficiency
- Support quality and pre production departments with APQP, PPAP and FMEA documentation
- Working with internal departments along with external customers and suppliers to ensure design meets customers expectations and I ensure efficient production processes
- Provide technical support to sales and marketing to obtain new business
- Compliance on detail design with related company and TS16949 Standards.


Key skills and experience

- Candidates should be educated to Degree level in a Mechanical Engineering discipline, or relevant industry experience. Candidates can be accepted with related disciplines but they should have an electro - mechanical background, ideally with an Automotive Engineering background.
- Automotive experience is preferred but candidates should have a background in applications engineering in particular project management and NPI activities.
- Good 3D/2D Design experience, preferably in the use of CATIA V5 or Solidworks.

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.

Sales Engineer - Rotherham - £30k - 35k per year (888090)

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Sales Engineer
Rotherham, South Yorkshire, England
£30k - 35k per year

Client Information
Our Yorkshire-based client is a global designer and manufacturer of advanced electronic and electromechanical (mechatronic) products for the automotive industry including control units, sensors, monitors and motors

Main Duties
Ensure that all customer enquiries and any open issues are handled quickly and efficiently. Clear communication both with the external customer, as well as within the organisation will be the key aspect of this role.


Job description
-Develop working relationships across the defined customer contacts team with particular emphasis in the Engineering areas
-Provide customer information and answers to questions by obtaining the necessary cross functional information from within the company
-Responsible for using all Sales and Marketing procedures and documentation approved by the company to meet customers' needs
-Maintain all commercial project files and documentation in line with the company Integrated Management System to a TS16949 auditable standard -
-Participate in customer visits, meetings and phone conferences in agreement with the relevant international sales centres and the Sales Account Manager



Key skills and experience 
-Candidates should be qualified to degree level or equivalent in an Engineering or Business discipline
-Working Knowledge of electronic and/or mechanical product design and plastic moulding technology.
-Working knowledge of personal computers and use of Microsoft Office and of SAP
-Previous experience from the automotive industry, with broad knowledge of automotive sector or similar fast paced manufacturing industry
-Ability to work as part of a team and work with minimum supervision whilst meeting deadline commitments

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.

FEA Analyst - Birmingham (888628)

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FEA Analyst
Birmingham, West Midlands, England

Our client is a global player in the the aerospace tyres engineering and manufacturing market. Its world class team of engineers strive for technical superiority through innovation. New products are introduced into service regularly and its facility is subject to significant capital investment. It's an exciting time to join this company which has a new opportunity for a Graduate FEA Engineer. This role could also be called Stress Engineer or Finite Element Analyst.
Reporting to the Lead FEA Analyst you will be responsible for tyre modelling and analysis, and assist with model based problem solving. In addition to this you will be expected to participate in the development of a material property database for tyre modelling, and also participate in modelling activities in ventures with Universities.
You will ideally have experience of using non-linear FE software such as ABAQUS although a degree with a project involving any FEA will be considered. A more experienced FE Analyst or Stress Engineer will also be considered at a more senior level. Experience of rubber or composite analysis would be ideal but is not essential.
An attractive salary and benefits package is available. You will be fully entitled to work in the UK on a long term basis.

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

Principal Safety & Reliability Engineer - West Midlands - £37k - 46k per year (888616)

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Principal Safety & Reliability Engineer
Birmingham, Telford, Cannock, Wolverhampton and Kidderminster
£37k - 46k per year

Principal Safety & Reliability Engineer - exiciting opportunity for an Engineer with Mechanical bias to lead safety and reliability engineering with this leader in the Aerospace market. The role is commutable from Birmingham, Telford, Cannock, Wolverhampton and Kidderminster.

You will have specialist reliability and safety knowledge and deploy reliability and safety expertise and advice across a wide variety of projects and be responsible for ensuring that the engineering design meets the reliability and safety requirements in the most effective and efficient manner. 

The Principal Safety and Reliability is responsible for providing expert engineering support to the Value Stream; working with mechanical and electromechanical systems.  This includes working as part of a multifunction project team to develop the system and product designs to achieve the optimum balance of reliability and safety.

Candidates will have an Engineering / mathematics background with an excellent knowledge of Safety and Reliability engineering with Mechanical bias from Defence/Aerospace environment.  Knowledge of Failure Modes & Effects Analysis (FMEA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) are ESSENTIAL and the  ability to understand and analyse systems at unit and detail design level. 

 

 

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 Quality Engineer - Leicester - £35k - 43k per year (888440)

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Senior Quality Engineer
Leicester, Leicestershire, England
£35k - 43k per year

To work with design, engineering and operations departments to ensure that specifications are established for components and products that are appropriate for fit form and function requirements.

- To support RandT and engineering in optimising experiments for evaluating the effects of design changes and component variability on product performance.
- Carry out and document investigations into non conforming products and processes and implement effective corrective actions, working with our suppliers where appropriate.
- Work within programme delivery teams to identify process improvement opportunities and effectively resolve issues by root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.

Practical application of quality improvement techniques, preferably within an engineering environment, with proven record of achieving results in improving products and processes.

Familiarity with a range of test and measuring equipment, for general engineering products, and preferably fuel cells, and practical experience in measurement and test methods.

Practical experience in the use of appropriate statistical methods for data analysis and in the efficient use of experiments to collect data

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

Supplier Quality Engineer - Leicester - £32k - 45k per year (888438)

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Supplier Quality Engineer
Leicester, Leicestershire, England
£32k - 45k per year

To monitor and improve supplier quality performance by implementing appropriate metrics and carrying out periodic supplier audits.
Preparing and maintaining quality management systems documentation, and internal auditing of the quality management system

• Assist with the preparation,maintenance and improvement of the quality management system 
• Carry out and document investigations into non conforming products and processes and implement effective corrective actions, working with our suppliers where appropriate. 
• Carry out external supplier and internal product and process quality audits. 
• As befits an organisation of the size and entrepreneurial spirit of the Group, perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned or required by the Group.

Experience of working with Global SCMs
Experience gained in medium/high volume consumer electronics manufacturing
Process analysis and improvement
Experience of internal and external auditing to the ISO9001 standard
Maintaining management systems to appropriate standards (ISO9001, ISO14001 and ISO18001)
Supplier quality performance measurement and auditing

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.

Program Manager - Halifax - £38k - 45k per year + benefits (888410)

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Program Manager
Halifax, West Yorkshire, England
£38k - 45k per year + benefits

Managing New Product Introduction (NPI) projects for a given product range. Critique and recommend improvements to NPI and APQP process. Share best practices with other program managers and leaders. To do this will require the leading of a cross functional and sometimes international team with a minimum of direct management. Team will normally be made up of non-direct reports. Emphasis is on the management of internal processes and direct linkages with Customer Program timing issues.
Key responsibilities:
- manage entire program via standard business review processes - hold team accountable to the review/APQP process and ensure project falls within scope of product plan guidelines
- eliminate barriers to team progress within/outside team
- head the decision making process - set pace, encourage input and deal with conflict and ambiguity
- work with product/account team leaders, to ensure right processes are in place to meet customer needs fully and quickly
- remove barriers to integration across functional perspectives
- develop understanding of key customers" overall NPI programmes and ensure consistency with other NPI projects
- develop meaningful measures and report progress against them

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.

Product Engineering Manager - Northampton - £35k - 45k per year (888273)

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Product Engineering Manager
Northampton, Northamptonshire, England
£35k - 45k per year

Description:
We are seeking a Product Engineering Manager. As part of the team and reporting to the Chief Engineer, you will be responsible for current product engineering activities in line with technical profiles and quality procedures.

Role
- Technical support to the manufacturing plant for engine related issues.
- Technical support to the other manufacturing sites for engine related issues.
- Manage the resolution to field issues on engine products.
- Ensure the quality of the information entered into the engine data sheets.
- Manage engineering standard work compliance for related activities.
- Lead related Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEAs), Design reviews and Fault Tree Analysis (FTAs).
- Manage change requests for tailoring of current product.
- Formal documentation of related activities.
- Preparation and presentation to peers and managers.
- Provide support for new product technical profiles and launch reviews.
- Participate in Six Sigma activity as a belt or sponsor.

Qualifications
BSc (Hons), MSc or PhD in Mechanical Engineering or Thermal Science.

Experience
- Engine emissions and Performance experience.
- Engine mechanical Development experience.
- Engine Manufacturing Experience.
- Structural analysis

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 - Automotive - Leicestershire - £55k - 75k per year (887053)

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Chief Engineer - Automotive
Leicestershire, England
£55k - 75k per year

Job Purpose
To lead the specification, design, prototyping and development of power systems for automotive vehicles, based on the AC family of fuel cell systems.
To assist in developing the technical and commercial relationship with OEM’s.
To feed the needs of the automotive vehicle applications into core systems development and operational manufacturing processes.

Responsible for (staff/equipment)
Operation of the prototype vehicles and systems in the UK and Japan.
Bench-top test equipment based in the UK.
Technical supervision of assigned Engineering and Ops resources.

Qualifications
Good engineering or physics degree.
Postgraduate qualification would be desirable but not essential

Experience
Minimum 5 years in technical leadership of product development programmes in the arenas of fuel cells, automotive, powertrain / power systems

Skills
- A deep understanding of the Automotive industry with previous 1st hand experience in an engineering function gained within a Tier 1 Automotive industry supplier OR an Automotive OEM
- Proficient at Microsoft Office tools or equivalent
- Understands pipeline & instrumentation schematics for fluid / mechanical systems
- Versed in the principles of Systems Engineering- Requirements Management, concept and architecture definition, optimisation through trade-studies, verification planning and execution
- Understanding of electro / mechanical device design, e.g. power generation / battery design
- Knowledge of quality management systems / document control
- Finding and building relationships with potential suppliers of components or services
- Application of fluid/thermo, mechanical, controls & electrical knowledge to the investigation of problems and the definition of cost-effective solutions
- Presentation of design work, test results & conclusions using renderings / sketches / photos
- Knowledge of quality management systems / document control
- Understanding of basic reliability and statistical analysis methods, and an ability to apply them to design of experiments.

Personal Abilities
Able to lead significant project of work, with direction of others to aid its completion, whilst reporting to end customer with major feedback.
Able to integrate, focus and inspire a highly diverse and cross-cultural team.

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

Graduate Engineer / EMC Technician - Nuneaton (888453)

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Graduate Engineer / EMC Technician
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England

Graduate Electrical/Electronics Engineer

Our client a World Class solutions provider to the automotive industry is currently looking to recruit a hands on Graduate Engineer who has a good understanding of electrical or electronic applications to strengthen their EMC department in the test, analysis and delivery of solution to their key customers.

The role will initially start as a Test Technician working on a three shift system during the week with the aim that the successful applicant will have the ability and opportunity to develop their career and progress into an Engineering status within 2 - 4 years.

As part of a highly proactive team your duties will be:
- Running tests on prototype vehicles using a variety of test equipment.
- Build and setting up of test procedures and applications.
- Assembly of test equipment to ensure effective product testing can be completed.
- Collation of data and analysis to provide and present results to the customer
- Use diagnostic techniques to provide solutions to key EMC issues

Successful candidates must be HND or Degree qualified in either and Electrical, Electronic or Mechatronics discipline and be well organised, practical in their approach and have good computer literacy skills to use the test equipment and analyse the data. Good communications skills are also required as there will be frequent customer contact whilst relevant experience of basic test equipment (oscilloscope etc) would be an advantage, although full training will be given.

Due to the nature of the position there will be a degree of manual lifting required in test set-ups plus general automotive mechanical fitting is to be expected to ensure that the EMC test can be successfully completed.

Our client offers excellent career progression and development for a highly committed individual who is looking for a world class organisation to take their first step into a highly technical and innovative automotive environment. Excellent remuneration package is on offer with basic pay plus shift allowance covering the three shift system.

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.

Graduate Manufacturing Engineering Scheme - West Midlands - £25K (001/Grad/STR)

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Graduate Manufacturing Engineering Scheme
West Midlands, England
£25K

This is a graduate training scheme designed for exceptional candidates looking for an exciting and challenging role within a manufacturing environment.  The scheme accelerates development and builds leadership skills through rotational assignments around the business combined with training.  This is a permanent
scheme offering  excellent training and progression within a forward thinking company.

Successful candidates will have a degree in engineering - preferably manufacturing or mechanical - combined with a minimum of 1 years industrial experience, either as part of the degree course or post graduation experience, ideally within manufacturing, mechanical or operations management.  It will be a distinct advantage if you have knowledge of lean manufacturing methods, and an analytical approach to problem solving.  You will have strong interpersonal and communication skills. Candidates will be bright, articulate, driven, career orientated and flexible.

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.

Specialist HR Manager - Oxford - £25 per hour (888613)

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Specialist HR Manager
Oxford, Oxfordshire, England
£25 per hour

Our client is a leading prestige automotive manufacturer, based in Oxford and they are currently seeking to recruit a Specialist HR Manager on a 12 month contract basis.

Reporting to the Manager HRM, the individual will be responsible for:

* Providing a comprehensive HR service to given functions / technologies in a proactive and strategic manner in line with business requirements.
* Supporting managers and employees in finding solutions for department- specific and individual HR issues.
* Working closely with Trade Unions
* Ensuring compliance with HR policy and legislation
* Participating in relevant circles, meetings, projects and working group


KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

* Team Management (where applicable)
* Company Representation at meetings and cross functional circles
* Business Partner - provide support to and develop department regarding HR related issues.
* Liaise, negotiate and influence relevant partners, both internally and externally
* Oversee and take responsibility for Process Management activities
* Provide Management Information and Advice
* Performance Review and Development
* Contribute to and manage Projects
* Steer, implement and oversee organisational measures
* Responsible for dealing with Trade Union topics
* Planning activities
* Employment Legislation
* Change Management
* Assume responsibility for development of working structures

KEY REQUIREMENTS:

* Qualified to NVQ Level 5 or equivalent (e.g. Degree, Membership of Chartered Institution) preferably in an HR / Business Management related
* Project management skills
* German language skills
* Ability to handle pressure whilst solving problems and conflicts
* Highly developed communication skills
* Considerable business related experience required
* Employment law
* Highly developed ability to prioritise, assert and make decisions
* Experience of dealing with trade unions
* High level presentation, negotiation and influencing skills
* Understanding of MS Office and relevant IT 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 Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Principal Engineer - Lancaster (887411)

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Principal Engineer
Preston/Blackburn/Manchester/Liverpool

The person will need to deliver systems engineering activities and manage engineering/manufacturing feasibility sign off for key projects. You will need to follow a structured and best practice approach to project management.
Degree qualified with a proven track record of delivering engineering projects to cost, against techncal objectives and on time.
Must have experience in practical application of systems engineering and governance processes (deliverables, milestones,gateways etc.)
Experienced in an engineering manufacturing environment within a technical sector.
Need to have excellent communication skills with strong data analysis,test planning and technical report writing.

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.

Marketing Analyst - Lancashire (105114)

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Marketing Analyst
Preston/Liverpool/Manchester

The global innovator in gearless traction drive technology to reduce CO2 emissions in vehicles. Our client has technology that substantially improves fuel economy, harnesses the power of supercharging to reduce engine size and enables wasted energy to be recovered efficiently through flywheels. They are currently seeking a Marketing Analyst with an Automotive background.
The Marketing Analyst will be responsible for providing information and insights regarding customers, markets, competitors, and campaign effectiveness, to measure performance and support business decisions, planning and managing various research projects, and be able to work closely with senior management to interpret findings.

Essential Requirements:
Exceptional knowledge of marketing, sales, and business processes
Strong project management, business writing, and reporting skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Solid business acumen, management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong computer skills, including business intelligence and reporting software.
Skills requirements
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision
Demonstrated ability to work in a small team setting
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
Ability to develop strong relationships and work with senior level executives
Effective time management, organizational, and leadership 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.

Engine Test Engineer - Gillingham (887223)

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Engine Test Engineer
Gillingham, Kent, England

Engine Test Engineers are required to support product development, calibration and electronics teams. There are positions for a Senior and a Graduate Engineer

A World Leader in the innovation, design and manufacture of diesel fuel injection equipment are now looking for an Engine Test Engineer to work on either a permanent or contract basis to support the development of the engine test cells to meet the specified requirements of the product development, calibration and electronics teams.

As the Test Engineer you will provide support to engineers using the facility and liaise with the project teams to improve test procedures and quality of data.
You will also be involved in the maintenance and development of test software and documentation and integration of new hardware into test systems.
The Test Engineer will ensure adherence to quality control standards, QS900, ISO1400 and TS16949

The successful candidate will hold a degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent and be familiar with mechanical control systems including dynamometers and various software applications - AVL, PUMA, CAMEO, INDICOM.
Ideally you must have solid experience in a similar engine testing environment.
ADL experience desirable.
Must have excellent learning skills, willing to expand your skills base and to train others along wit h a genuine interest and enjoyment in engineering and resolving technical problems.
Must also be able to accurately report back test data to project teams, familiarity with AVL Concerto software desirable.

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 - Worcestershire (888551)

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Project Engineer
Worcester/Birmingham

Our Client is a leading supplier of vehicle information systems to major automotive customers. Based in North Worcestershire the Technical Centre principally develops software to operate the instrument pack and interface with vehicle communications network. The company has been developing vehicle information instruments for sixty years and has grown to be a major producer of vehicle instrumentation worldwide. Due to continued growth they are seeking a Project Engineer/Manager.
The Role.
An engineering Graduate with 5 years commercial experience possibly gained in a business 2 business role, you will need to have excellent communication skills and a desire to take accurate technical briefs and relay this information to the project team. This challenging role is very much client focussed with a need to be diplomatic and able to explain and handle rationally any issues that arise. You will be the working face of the business acting as an interface for pre-designated customer projects and ensuring the on time and to budget delivery of all of the predefined customer programmes.

The Person.
A customer focussed engineering graduate looking to work in a more commercial sector with leading Blue Chip client s. Looking for a challenging and responsible role. Must have a positive outlook and a "Can Do" attitude willing to put ideas into the pot. You must be will be able to manage a number of different inputs of the project including Tooling, Design and Development.

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.

Sales engineer, Project engineer - Wolverhampton - £40k - 45k per year (888610)

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Sales engineer, Project engineer
Wolverhampton, Coventry, Birmingham, Rugby, Dudley
£40k - 45k per year

Our client is a large manufacturer employing over 41,000 people internationally and supplier of door opening solutions, meeting tough end-user demands for safety, security and convenience.

Develop electronic locking and system opportunities in the custodial and government sectors, working directly with end users and through system
integrators. Provide technical support to internal and external projects. Delivering new electronic locking business opportunities within the UK
custodial sector.

Experience
in Access control systems, Alarm systems, systems integration or electronic locking would be ideal.

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.

Assembly Group Leader - Rotherham - £24k - 26k per year (888431)

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Assembly Group Leader
Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley
£24k - 26k per year

Client Information
Our Yorkshire-based client is a global Tier 2 designer and manufacturer of advanced electronic and electromechanical products for the automotive industry including control units, sensors, monitors and motors


Main Duties
The post holder will be responsible for monitoring quality processes and procedures and making decisions about the quality of products for the shift. The main duties include resource, train and manage personnel on shift, whilst maintaining operator disciplines, practices, procedures and motivation so that the department meets the targets set by both the company and its customers, cost effectively on a continuously improving basis


Job description
-Identify and promote the opportunities for continuous upgrading and improvement of the quality skills and techniques used within the Assembly area.
-Responsible for giving advice, coaching and training personnel up to lead operator level, updating employee skills matrices and ensuring that correct knowledge, skills and flexibility are in place to meet requirements in line with set targets.
-To ensure that any issues affecting, or likely to affect product quality are investigated and dealt with immediately to ensure minimum disruption to production and ensure any issues are not passed on to the customer.
-Co-ordinate operator and technical resource across shift to meet production requirements for equipment utilisation, output, efficiency and continuous improvement as defined in the annual company targets.
-Ensure all preventative maintenance plans for responsible lines are carried out on time and both machinery and equipment is maintained in optimum condition liaising with relevant department e.g. service department/maintainer operator
-Will be responsible for promoting good communications both internally and externally, ensuring prompt delivery of Team Briefs, line meetings, kaizen activities
-Ensure full commitment and support for training, communications, health and safety, housekeeping and personal discipline liaising with HR department for support and guidance

Key skills and experience
-NVQ level 3/4 in Lean Disciplines or HNC in an engineering/quality discipline
-Certificate or Diploma in Management Studies
-Previous supervisory experience in a similar high volume, high quality manufacturing environment
-Ability to motivate, lead and change attitudes at all levels throughout the organisation
-Good knowledge of Lean Manufacturing
-Good knowledge of quality tools and techniques including SPC and 8D Problem Reporting
-Strong IT Skills MS Office and ideally experience SAP system
-Interview skills and techniques e.g. Recruitment, Discipline, Appraisal, Return to Work etc.
-Experience of project work and continuous improvement initiatives
-Awareness of Injection Moulding

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

Quality Engineer - Rotherham - £26k - 29k per year (888430)

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Quality Engineer
Sheffield, Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster
£26k - 29k per year

Client Information
Our Yorkshire-based client is a global Tier 2 designer and manufacturer of advanced electronic and electromechanical products for the automotive industry including control units, sensors, monitors and motors


Main Duties
The main responsibilities of the role are to drive quality improvements from within the company. Using systematic identification and elimination of both, process defects and variation using problem solving and statistical analysis techniques. To support the production organisation in achieving right first time every time delivery performance


Job description
-Support the customer liaison function in analysing all customer returns. Use standardised problem solving methods to reach a PCA within the defined time period.
-Identify through a process of systematic working any concerns within the production area that are preventing key objectives been achieved, use standardised 8D approach to contain, and close any concerns found.
-Using a systematic approach drive to permanent resolution any concerns affecting scrap from within the manufacturing area
-Predominantly plans and monitors activity on a scale of weekly, monthly and yearly.
-Expected to make recommendations to management regarding component quality or to eliminate problems.
-Support all internal continuous improvement projects
-Will be responsible for decision making in the absence of supervisors, when system, component or product quality does not meet with company or customer standards.
-Responsible for maintaining all financial outgoings in line with agreed departmental budgets.
-Give advice and technical support to production supervision, technical services and customer on all aspects relating to component manufacture and process quality, so strong internal and external communication required with the role.


Key skills and experience
-Candidates should be HND / Degree qualified in Electronic or Mechanical Engineering.
-Knowledge and experience in Quality tools, MSA, SPC, FMEA, Statistics
-Previous experience of the Automotive manufacturing sector would be preferred
-Strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma and other continuous improvement techniques.
-Strong IT skills.
-Good Analytical and practical problem solving ability

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 Manager - Sheffield - £32k - 36k per year + pension + bonus (888211)

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Quality Manager
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, England
£32k - 36k per year + pension + bonus

Main Duties
The postholder will be covering all aspects of Quality within the organisation to ensure the companys' AS9100 accreditation is maintained. The Quality Manager will be expected to raise the profile of Quality and develop a culture of Quality within the business


Job description
-Ensure that all aspects of the companies Quality System continue to meet the requirements of AS9100 Rev C when audited by customers and third parties.
-Responsible for all Quality documentation being current, updated in a timely manner to reflect any changes to the system and ensure employees are aware of these changes.
-Ensure all employees are aware of the QP's and SOP's relevant to them, so that they fully understand their responsibilities and the importance of adherence to these procedures.
-Ensure annual Quality audit schedules are developed, adhered to and all audits are closed out in a timely manner.
-The calibration schedule is maintained
-Collect accurate quality costs and analysis of this information to identify areas for improvement
-Liaison with customers and suppliers as required as part of the resolution of Quality issues
-Ensure accurate Quality information is submitted in a timely manner to the Technical Manager for inclusion in the Technical Services Monthly Report.
• Will be responsible for resolving non conformances, identifying the root cause and implementing corrective actions



Key skills and experience
-Candidates should have experience in metals industry - forging, rolling, heat treatment, stockholding, ideally with nickel based alloys
-Must currently be a Quality Engineer with experience of working to and maintaining a company's AS9100 accreditation and experience of ISO9001 systems
-Experience in carrying out internal and external audits and hosting 3rd party audits
-Will be working to Rolls Royce or other aerospace OEM's Quality requirements
-Candidates would have experience of working to Oil and Gas specifications, or from the Aerospace or Automotive sectors
-Previous experience of writing procedures and training personnel

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.