Friday, 15 April 2011

Embedded Software Engineer/Developer - Peterborough - £28 - 35 per hour (KH-100248)

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Embedded Software Engineer/Developer
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, England
£28 - 35 per hour

A new ongoing contract opportunity has arisen for an Embedded Software Engineer/Developer to provide technical software engineering design, development and test for embedded electronic control systems for diesel engines and earthmoving machines designed in Europe.

Based in Peterborough, this may include feature development and integration of software for various systems such as engine, transmission, drivetrain, braking, steering, implement, operator interfaces, and monitoring systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:


- Design, develop, integrate and test software features for engine and machine applications
- Develop and implement control system algorithms
- Review and provide feedback of system and software requirements
- Participate in the development and completion of validation plans
- Participate in Failure Mode Effects Analysis and manage coordinated development, test and deliver integrated Machine Electrical and Electronics Systems
- Execute development activities to a Software Release Schedule for all stakeholders.
- Deliver software maintenance releases for quality improvements and added customer value
- Identify and resolve new and current product software development issues
- Initiative that is required in this role includes:
o Organize self and activities to deliver on time.
o Provide feedback to System Engineers on design ideas and implementation method


KEY RELATIONSHIPS

- Local UK Team Software and Systems Lead and Electronics System Engineers
- UK, US and India based software development teams
- UK, US and European based Electronics System teams
- US based Component Engineers
- UK and European based product development and test teams


ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:


- BSc in Engineering (Electrical/Electronic, Software) or other equivalent qualifications
- Experience in embedded software development for controls systems of engines and/or machines
- Experience with complex systems (e.g. mobile industrial machines, military vehicles, agricultural tractors, heavy-duty trucks) with electronic control systems and hydraulic systems
- Experience with problem solving of electrical and electronic systems
- Experience interfacing with clients and suppliers
- Experience with defining system requirements

DESIRABLE ATTRIBUTES:


- Experience working with global teams and resources
- Knowledge of the following is desirable:

o Embedded C
o ClearCase
o CAN, Canalyzer
o POSEK
o SlickEdit
o Lauterbach Trace 32 ICD, Trace 32
o Diab Compiler
o Understand
o QAC
o Matlab/Simulink
o CANape tool experience
o Knowledge of requirements management tools

KEY COMPETENCIES:


- Very good teaming and communication skills
- Ability to initiate and take independent action
- Ability to plan, prioritise and organise
- Good initiative, self starter
- Demonstrated performance to very high work standards

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

Manufacturing Engineer - West Midlands - £22.70 - 22.70 per hour + �22.69 per hour (KYU-100241)

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Manufacturing Engineer
West Midlands, England
£22.70 - 22.70 per hour + ?22.69 per hour

Our client is the market leader in high volume off-road vehicles, designing and manufacturing in the Midlands.
Concept Planning
Act as central receiving area for all requests for product and volume change
Prepare detail response documents and action plan to support the requirements
Track and report active projects and deficiencies / deadlines. Programme Management
Receive, analyse and distribute Programme Direction Letters for assessment by full team.
Collate and review inputs from separate Technologies for accuracy, feasibility and content.
Create consolidated document review inputs against overall manufacturing strategy, company objectives, manufacturing engineering scorecards: assess impact and initiate actions to resolve any conflicts.
Investigate review with Finance and Product Launch then present project to Programme Manager for approval prior to release to requestor
Track and report active projects and deficiencies / deadlines. Follow up strategic and/or feasibility issues with PDL content Project Control
Agree and document key metrics to be tracked during programmes.
Put in place data sources and track programmes against metrics e.g. AIMS, launch budget, capital budget, Hrs/Car, Launch Quality Operating System etc.
Skills Required:
Skills, experience and qualifications
Sound leadership and communication skills.
An understanding of Manufacturing processes combined with a Knowledge of Product and Launch Processes.
Project Management skills, Business Acumen, Financial skills and a strong Analytical Capability
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels and negotiate between conflicting business interests.
Proficient in Microsoft applications, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

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

Logistics Engineer - Merseyside - Circa £35K (JWT-99988)

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Logistics Engineer
Merseyside, England
Circa £35K

Part of a global organisation, this well established manufacturer of luxury vehicles is currently enjoying success within the market place. They have invested over 200m in new equipment and are at the forefront of modern manufacturing practices and are now looking for a Layout and Logistics Engineer to have total responsibility for the planning, development and implementation of all internal processes.
As the Logistics Engineer you will cover all aspects of materials management from receipt at plant to presentation at point of fit (excluding packaging design / manufacture).

Daily Activities include but are not limited to:
Support Problem and Countermeasure meetings for both MPandL and Production.
Support plant Safety meeting activity for MPandL and Production.
Manage site pallet repair process and specification / contract requirements with contractor.
Review / follow up Production and MPandL End of Shift (EOS report) fall down issues relating to logistics engineering.
Drive internal department Work Group board process. Manage and update all metrics relating to master schedule and scorecard objectives.
Champion MPandL site environmental requirements. Review annual objectives and targets, aspects and impacts and programmes.
The successful candidate must have a degree in electrical engineering or relevant technical discipline with experience of AutoCAD and Practical Problem Solving and Lean Logistics in a manufacturing environment.

Must have the ability to analyse data and present potential solutions.

This role is mainly a dayshift role, but may be required to work 2 shifts to support production requirements. Must be able to work additional hours at short notice.

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.

Environmental Planning, Commissioning & Launch Engineer - 35797 - 18.02 Ltd Co Rate - Basildon - £18 per hour + �18.02 Ltd Co Rate (JWT-98927)

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Environmental Planning, Commissioning & Launch Engineer - 35797 - 18.02 Ltd Co Rate
Basildon, Essex, England
£18 per hour + ?18.02 Ltd Co Rate

Position Description:

The prime responsibility will be for the environmental planning, commissioning and launch of new inline and diesel engine programs.
The responsibilities of the successful applicant include the following:

Develop new programme environmental strategies to ensure (total cost) sustainability metrics are considered in the selection of production and plant engineering machines and equipment

Facilitate a cross functional, `systems engineering` approach to identify and where possible eliminate waste in the PTO manufacturing system

Develop and implement a 7 year energy strategy that allows powertrain to meet upcoming legislative carbon emissions targets

Identification and documentation of both internal and external environmental `lessons learnt`

Develop external partnerships (e.g. Universities, NGO`s etc) to develop new opportunities

Work as part of the environmental team to specify, install and launch fluid and extraction facilities in powertrain plants
Skills Required:

A high level of motivation, initiative and creativity. Good interpersonal skills providing the ability to work with both internal team members and external partners at all levels of the organisation. Ability to prioritise tasks, manage a demanding workload. Willingness to undertake limited travel to support programme launch and issue resolution in customer plants.

Education Required:

Applicants should hold a relevant 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.

Thursday, 14 April 2011

CAE Engineer - Nuneaton - £29 per hour (KH-100174)

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CAE Engineer
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England
£29 per hour

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

Due to an increase in the workload, they are currently seeking to recruit a CAE Engineer on an initial 6 month contract basis, responsible for providing analysis of structural response and system performance during impact, predominantly using LS-Dyna. Initially working on optimisation of structures and material modelling.

Reporting to the CAE Team Leader, the individual will be responsible for the following:

- Delivery of FE model results quickly with minimal supervision.
- Able to produce high quality LS-Dyna FE models with little re-work.
- Interpretation of results is required in order to guide project direction with clear presentation to the project team.
- Material modelling from first principles is required to accurately predict the performance of metallic and composite.


Essential Requirements:

- Degree in Automotive or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Experience as a CAE analyst using LS-Dyna.
- Pedestrian Protection and/or vehicle Crash simulation experience.
- Model correlation, results interpretation experience

Preferred Experience:

- Up to 2 years experience using LS-Dyna.
- Detailed knowledge or optimisation simulation methods.


Ideally, the candidate is likely to already be working as a CAE Contractor at an Automotive OEM or Tier 1

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

Technical Project Manager (Chassis) - West Midlands (KYU-100210)

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Technical Project Manager (Chassis)
West Midlands, England

A major automotive component supplier manufactures high integrity, engineered, electro-mechanical systems. With strong vision and investment plans, and an excellent order book, they now seek to appoint a Technical Project Manager to support in establishing and maintaining the engineering project timing plan and team structure.
Responsibilities:
*Monitoring and co-ordinating the project deliverables within a technical environment.
* Issuing project metrics, including C40 measures of performance.
*Assuring adherence to the projects schedule of C40 reviews, releases etc.
*Monitoring issues raised through internal reporting systems.
*Developing and maintaining the project risk register
* Managing Engineering Change`s and Change control - chasing sub-system teams for closure
*Deputise for Chief Engineer on program issues in their absence.

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.

Wednesday, 13 April 2011

Clay Modeller - Gaydon - £32.40 - 32.40 per hour (KH-100205)

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Clay Modeller
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England
£32.40 - 32.40 per hour

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


A new 12 month contract opportunity has arisen for a Clay Modeller in the Warwickshire area.


The individual will be responsible for clay modelling, producing scale or full size clay models from instruction/images supplied by Designers.


Previous experience within an automotive environment and extensive clay modelling experience is essential.

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.

Sub-system Engineer for Air Induction & Air Charging Systems - Basildon - £21.60 - 21.60 per hour (NGO-100110)

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Sub-system Engineer for Air Induction & Air Charging Systems
Basildon, Essex, England
£21.60 - 21.60 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Sub-system Engineer for Air Induction and Air Charging systems.

Job Requirements
The Sub-system Engineer will be responsible for component development and release for global vehicle programs. Engineer operating as part of a team responsible for design, development, verification and release of AIS system components. Project manage and lead external design and manufacture suppliers to deliver system solutions. Development and execution of Design Verification Plans (DVPs) and work with interfacing commodities to ensure robust system performance. Familiarity with quality tools such as FMEA and 6-sigma (DMAIC) processes. Maintain releasing, cost and quality tools for sub-system components. Manage program timing and budget for sub-system components. Support for prototype vehicle builds, and Supplier manufacturing trials on-site.

Skills Required:
Engineering fundamental knowledge, including design and test. Proven track record of delivery of challenging engineering projects in tight timescales. A motivated self-starter with ability to learn new systems and processes fast. Ability to balance conflicting requirements and priorities, and to deliver within program constraints. Computer literacy.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Experience of OEM design, release and quality systems preferred: AVBOM, WERS, EFDVS, Integrator. Some CAD experience.

Experience Required:
Design of components and test plans.

Experience Preferred:
Experience in design and release, or testing. Industry experience (design and manufacture) an advantage.

Education Required:
Degree in Engineering/Design

Education Preferred:
MEng/MSc an advantage.

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

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

Tuesday, 12 April 2011

Materials Specialist (Metallurgist) - Swindon (KYU-100159)

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Materials Specialist (Metallurgist)
Swindon, Wiltshire, England

Our client is looking for a leading specialist and point of contact in a science based discipline as a material specialist; focus on steel material, cleanliness of pressing facilities, forming analysis, metallurgical impacts on welding technology and failure analysis.

Responsibilities:

Provides specialist materials technology leadership to all Materials Laboratory related customers and also to execute technical process control of materials related production processes.
Ensure ISO 9000 / 14000 requirements for the Plant and Materials Laboratory are achieved and maintained
Play a significant role in the Development of solutions for containment of problems in co-operation with process partners, suppliers (steel mills) and internal and external laboratories.
Understand and contribute to the elimination of materials related issues in support of Problem Resolution arising from field and performance testing, based upon quality, volume, legislative and cost implications.
Define test plans and carry out material investigations using specialist materials testing and analysis equipment on a range of components, assemblies or processes prioritising and agreeing timing, determining, evaluating and reporting results and recommended actions.
Maintain and improve the laboratory service to meet changes in business requirements by application of best practice and improving existing processes.

The Person
Qualified to HNC or degree level in an appropriate professional institute accredited Materials discipline or relevant experience (working experience in a steel company and/or pressing shop).
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
High degree of self-motivation and reliability.
German language ability (level 3) would be an advantage
Leadership ability, flexible attitude, IT skills essential.
Capable of working alone or in a multi functional team.
In depth knowledge of Problem Resolution Techniques.
Knowledge of Health and Safety and Environmental impacts.
Technical apprenticeship 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 Contracts are those of an Employment Business.

Validation Inspection Technician - Park Royal (BST-100180)

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Validation Inspection Technician
Park Royal, Greater London, England

Validation Inspection Technician

Description
The Validation Inspection Technicians primary role is to examine and report on the condition of Engineering samples that have been subjected to durability exercises (customer and internal).

They also undertake other support activities within the product development department.

Job Requirements
Responsibilities:
•Pre-test assessment and reporting of the condition of engineering samples
•Post test assessment and reporting of the condition of engineering samples
•Use of specialised lab inspection equipment (i.e. SEM, Optical Microscopes)
•Use of specialised lab measurement equipment (i.e. Zygo & Talysurf)
•Provide input into root cause analysis of failed parts
•Involvement in development of assessment techniques
•Involvement in improvements to inspection laboratory and equipment
•Involvement in Total Quality ideas for department efficiency and improvement of methods.

Details
Qualifications & Experience:
•Higher National Certificate/City & Guilds/Engineering Apprenticeship or Equivalent in an engineering discipline
•Previous experience in a similar role/relevant engineering sector.

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

Chassis Integration Engineer - Basildon - £18.40 - 23.40 per hour (JWI-99509)

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Chassis Integration Engineer
Basildon, Essex, England
£18.40 - 23.40 per hour

A Senior Component Chassis Integration Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Basildon, Essex.

Description
Position Description:
Senior Component Chassis Integration Programme Engineer

This position will involve leading and representing the chassis engineering team in Dunton for a major commercial vehicle program. The successful candidate will be the single point of contact and the interface in all program reviews, feeding back key program and chassis engineering issues. The candidate will be required to lead small teams for engineering and program issues.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
The candidate will have an engineering background with a good knowledge of GPDS processes. The candidate will have a good understanding of chassis systems, whereby this position will primarily involve their use within the commercial vehicle industry. Good understanding of the Ford GPDS system and gateway requirements - Good presentation skills (written and spoken). IT requirements; Microsoft office programs including Outlook, Word and Excel. A good understanding of chassis system and how each can support vehicle level attributes, mainly weight, dynamics, NVH and braking performance.

Skills Preferred:
WERS system and AV-BOM experience is preferable. Good presentation skills interpersonal experience.

Details
Experience Required:
Commercial vehicle developmental experience required. Engineering Project Management / Team leader experience required.

Education Required:
Degree / HND preferably within an engineering / science based field.

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.

V5 Engine Front End Accessies - Basildon - £19.10 - 24.30 per hour (JWI-98605)

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V5 Engine Front End Accessies
Basildon, Essex, England
£19.10 - 24.30 per hour

A Senior CAD Design Engineer is required to work for our large automotive client based in Essex.

Description
Our client is a leading OEM at the prestige end of the automotive market and has a passion for better ideas, whether pushing the limits of technology and design or bringing people together within a community.

Position Description:
Senior CAD design engineer - Engine Front End Accessory Drives

Skills Required:
CAD experience in a professional environment - CATIA v5 experience. Teamcentre experience. Excellent understanding of using OEM methods and standards. Experience and thorough understanding of OEM CAD release process. Manage interface with other system and attribute teams. Strong computer skills (excel, word etc). Good presentation skills. Interpersonal communication.

Job Requirements
Skills Preferred:
The role of the CAD Design Engineer is as follows:
•Design and develop FEAD components in Catia to support Quality, Cost, Weight and Function targets
•Conduct package studies to ensure appropriate placement of FEAD system components and required clearances are achieved
•Plan / develop / execute and release in EDM, TCE or PIM all CAD drafting / modelling / tolerance analysis work related to engine / system / component design according to drafting standards / design guides
•Operate to Global Product Development Systems (GPDS) disciplines including making accurate Integrator assessments each month and supporting with evidence or conformance plans
•Ensure adequate specifications and quality records are defined & maintained and verification conducted to prevent product nonconformity
•Provide internal / external customers with support re. Digital Buck information
•Provide CAE support to 6-Sigma project teams and the quality initiatives as requested

Details
Experience Required:
Catia V5 from any Dassault/ IBM authorised training provider. Teamcenter Engineering. Specfic Catia V5 Methods

Education Required:
Degree or equivalent

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

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

V5 Trim Project Engineer - Solihull - £17.70 - 22.60 per hour (100118)

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V5 Trim Project Engineer
Solihull, West Midlands, England
£17.70 - 22.60 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Project Engineer (Catia based CAD role) with potential to expand / develop experience. Responsible for Design and Release of Interior Trim Components for a Special Vehicles Group within a major automotive manufacturer. The role will encompass supporting meetings as and when required both internally and externally. Components covered by this role will cover the complete range of interior trim items, some of the work will involve modification and up-grades to current designs but additional scope is envisaged to cover customer requests for bespoke design solutions and first introductions for new concepts.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Conversant with Catia V5 (up to release 18), Teamcentre literate. Ideally Bill of Materials WERS trained, although training can be set up for WERS releasing tasks. Capable user of Microsoft tools such Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Skills Preferred:
Will be conversant with application and use quality tools such as DFMEA`s. Capable of applying Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) techniques and target setting, to drive CAD design. Logical thinker who is keen on innovative solution creation and able to manage your workloads to achieve a high degree of support for the team.

Details
Education Required:
Minimum HNC/ HND qualified in a suitable discipline, previous automotive experience is core to this role.

Education Preferred:
Ideally you will be educated to Degree level or working to attain this.

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.

V5 Interior Trim Project Engineer - Solihull - £17.70 - 22.60 per hour (100117)

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V5 Interior Trim Project Engineer
Solihull, West Midlands, England
£17.70 - 22.60 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Project Engineer (Catia based CAD role) with potential to expand / develop experience. Responsible for Design and Release of Interior Trim Components for a Special Vehicles Group within a major automotive manufacturer. The role will encompass supporting meetings as and when required both internally and externally. Components covered by this role will cover the complete range of interior trim items, some of the work will involve modification and up-grades to current designs but additional scope is envisaged to cover customer requests for bespoke design solutions and first introductions for new concepts.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Conversant with Catia V5 (up to release 18), Teamcentre literate. Ideally Bill of Materials WERS trained, although training can be set up for WERS releasing tasks. Capable user of Microsoft tools such Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Skills Preferred:
Will be conversant with application and use quality tools such as DFMEA's. Capable of applying Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) techniques and target setting, to drive CAD design. Logical thinker who is keen on innovative solution creation and able to manage your workloads to achieve a high degree of support for the team.

Details
Education Required:
Minimum HNC/ HND qualified in a suitable discipline, previous automotive experience is core to this role.

Education Preferred:
Ideally you will be educated to Degree level or working to attain this.

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

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

Hybrid Launch Leader - Solihull - £16.30 - 20.70 per hour (JWI-99982)

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Hybrid Launch Leader
Solihull, West Midlands, England
£16.30 - 20.70 per hour

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

Description
Position Description:
Launch Leader - Hybrids based to start with at Gaydon supporting build at Whitley moving to full time Solihull. The Hybrid Launch Leader will be matrixed to the build / launch Managers and the Hybrid Programmes Manager. The Launch Leader is responsible for co-ordinating the Hybrid team at Gaydon to ensuring that the team achieves the build / launch objectives, acting as the single point of contact for Hybrids and first line vehicle fault diagnostics.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Ensure team priorities are established to deliver build / launch targets for Hybrid and support build / launch team meeting cadence and objectives. Management of vehicle off road issues through FMS and coordinate the resolution of AIMs to achieve targeted glide path to closure. Coordinate Change Management activities for Hybrid software / parts in support of launch objectives and AIMs resolution to ensure software / parts are available for build. Champion analysis and resolution of Hybrid PD issues impacting build / plant performance. Coordinate and support any Hybrid Vehicle reworks required and provide first line of vehicle fault diagnostics. Knowledge of whole vehicle Electrical & Powertrain systems and build / plant processes. Presentation skills and ability to interact and communicate effectively at all levels within the organisation. Capable of working in a reactive and pressured environment where rapid turnaround of issues is expected.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Ability to use ASL snapshot tools (demonstrable ability to learn use of tools and IT skills essential). Ability to use CANape / CANalyser. Knowledge of AIMs. Knowledge of Quality/Problem Solving Tools (Global 8d, 6 Panel).

Experience Required:
Working as part of a build team is essential. Working as part of a plant based launch or PVT team. Front line vehicle diagnostics and previous team leadership skills are desirable.

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

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

Chassis Project Engineer - Solihull - £16.30 - 20.70 per hour (JWI-99963)

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Chassis Project Engineer
Solihull, West Midlands, England
£16.30 - 20.70 per hour

A Chassis Project Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Solihull, West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
Reporting to the Plant Vehicle Team Leader for Chassis, the Project Engineer will work, with a minimum of supervision, in all aspects of current car engineering. This regularly includes the leadership and resolution of engineering issues through data analysis and working with Manufacturing, Design, Suppliers, Product Investigation (Service) and Dealers on the introduction of quality containment and Permanent Corrective Actions. Status of solution implementation will be reviewed regularly and is reported through internal systems (Prioritised Analytical Warranty System (PAWS) and the Automated Issue Management System (AIMS)). Supporting implementation of engineering changes will also be required.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Applicants should be experienced in problem resolution methods. Appropriate systems training would be available. A good level of numeracy is regarded as a core skill. Good organisational, administration and communication skills are important in this fast moving, visible role. Ability to use the Analytical Warranty System and WERS change management system is also useful but training would be given. The role includes significant data analysis and a high level of skills in Excel and/or Minitab is essential. The role will also provide the candidate the opportunities to engage in hands-on fault diagnosis on vehicles and systems.

Details
Education Required:
Degree desirable

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

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

V5 Electical Packaging Engineer - Coventry - £19.50 - 24.80 per hour (JWI-99607)

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V5 Electical Packaging Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£19.50 - 24.80 per hour

An Electrical CAD / Packaging Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
Electrical CAD / Packaging Engineer

The Electrical Packaging group are responsible for leading & coordinating the computer aided design (CAD) & development of the Electrical Vehicle CAD Package; effectively engineering electrical components into compatible locations around the vehicle (e.g. audio, navigation, ECUs, sensors, & instrumentation equipment). This position does NOT include the CAD creation of harnesses. The area wishes to recruit a talented & enthusiastic mechanical CAD engineer, preferably with an interest in the latest electrical & electronic technologies; who is resourceful, self-motivated & able to deliver with minimum supervision.

Job Requirements
Skills Required:
Catia v5, specifically geometric shape design (GSD), DMU, part design & assembly design. Team Centre Engineering (TCe). Team Centre Visualisation MockUp (VisMockUp).

Skills Preferred:
Good communicator (written, graphical & verbal). Good presentation skills. Good interpersonal skills. Experienced in negotiating solutions in an area of technical conflict. Deliver quality results with minimum supervision, in a flexible & dynamic team environment. Proven ability to work within strict timing constraints. High drive & self-motivated. Committed, flexible & able to work under pressure. Good leadership & influencing skills. Good PC skills (Microsoft Office applications). IT literate.

Details
Experience Required:
Extensive automotive product design (e.g. Electro-Mechanical, Body Engineering, BIW, Chassis, Trim, Mechanical etc.) or vehicle packaging experience. Extensive CAD experience, specifically geometry authoring, assembly generation & part / assembly maintenance.

Experience Preferred:
Bracket design experience in pressed metal (steel & aluminium) &/or plastic injection mouldings.

Education Required:
Engineering HNC or HND

Education Preferred:
Degree

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

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

HMI Technology Engineer - Coventry - £18.80 - 23.80 per hour (JWI-99503)

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HMI Technology Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£18.80 - 23.80 per hour

A Human Machine Interface Technology Engineer is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based the West Midlands.

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

Job Requirements
Position Description:
Specialist Engineer with knowledge of Human Machine Interface technology including displays, switches, graphical interfaces, voice or other input / output technology. The role will include the management of technical deliverables to support the GTDS process in order to deliver technology into mainstream engineering.

Skills Required:
Knowledge of Human Machine Interface technology including, displays, touchscreens, switches, rotary controllers and other technology in this area is essential. Knowledge of human factors relating to the use of these technologies within the vehicle is desirable as well as experience in developing technology from initial concept & principles into a final product. Good project management skills, excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required as well as the ability to produce clear technical documentation is also required.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Computer literate, enthusiastic, forward looking, lateral thinker with proven creative, research and innovation skills in the field of technology.

Experience Required:
Experience of working in the automotive industry or similar within a research or advanced product development environment.

Experience Preferred:
Familiarity with premium automotive sector, products and features and technology used in the HMI area.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level or higher in a related discipline (Electronics, Human Machine Interface, Display systems or Automotive Engineering or related Science Discipline).

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

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

Forward Model Quality Coordinator - Coventry - £17.40 - 22.20 per hour (JWI-99366)

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Forward Model Quality Coordinator
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£17.40 - 22.20 per hour

A Departmental Forward Model Quality Coordinator is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in the West Midlands.

Description
Position Description:
Departmental Forward Model Quality Coordinator

Job Requirements
Responsible for supporting Master Black Belts and Body Engineering Quality Manager in the collation and interpretation of departmental warranty data. Development of an annual master schedule for project implementation and completion to meet warranty target deliverables. Support programme Kano data worksheet development and manage delivery of action to ensure clean green gateway performance. Support development of system strategies to ensure quality is built-in and identify any system strategies that will not deliver future quality objectives to forward modal quality manager. Support LQOS 102 process. Support research project FMEA & standards development.

Skills Required:
Green Belt or Black Belt trained. Knowledge of AIMs system. Failure Mode Avoidance experience.

Skills Preferred:
AIMS, WERS, Six Sigma methodology appreciation. Microsoft literate and knowledge of West Midlands manufacturing facilities desirable.

Details
Experience Required:
Quality and warranty experience, preferably in the automotive industry.

Experience Preferred:
Knowledge of automotive dealership practices and repair processes would be desirable. Being able to decipher dealer technician verbatim using abbreviated 'automotive speak' would be desirable.

Education Required:
Ideally degree educated.

Education Preferred:
Any quality methodology training or qualifications.

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

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

Simulation software Engr. - SPEOS/Optis - Coventry - £20.40 - 25.90 per hour (JWI-98173)

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Simulation software Engr. - SPEOS/Optis
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£20.40 - 25.90 per hour

A SPEOS/Optis simulation software Specialist is required to work on contract for our large automotive client based in Whitley.

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

Job Requirements
Position Description:
Main Role- Specialist Engineer with knowledge of using the SPEOS/Optis simulation software for utilisation in the design process and for technical evaluation of optical components in the automotive industry. This role will run simulation based on CAD geometry to evaluate a number of technical issues and early design feasibility for optical componentry. Report back to the HMI Technical Specialist within Research. Secondary Role- Expert in the software able to give training and disseminate results within the business. Organise work within the SPEOS team.

Skills Required:
Technical knowledge and understanding of optical theory is essential. Understanding of automotive interiors including design aspects, electrical/electronic systems & technologies is desirable. Clear and concise communicator. Ability to produce formal documentation to a professional standard. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver to short timescales & deadlines. Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised within the local team and interfacing across business functions. A working knowledge of the SPEOS optical modelling software written by Optis is essential.

Details
Skills Preferred:
Catia V5 and / or Optical Theory (Physics)

Experience Required:
Understanding optical development process, failure modes associated with optical performance. Some optical design experience would be desirable. Experience on working directly with SPEOS optical modelling tool is essential for this role. Understanding of displays and light sources is required.

Experience Preferred:
Familiarity with premium automotive sector, products and features.

Education Required:
Educated to degree level in a related discipline (Optical Engineering/Physics/Mechanical Engineering/Displays or Opto-Electronics).

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.