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

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Powertrain Thermal Systems Integration Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive university campus, this centre of excellence for the development of electric vehicles offers tremendous opportunities for career development. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in a multi-cultural environment in the UK and other locations world wide on a regular basis. This role will appeal to candidates located in Coventry, Leamington, Crewe, London, Birmingham, Warwick, Milton Keynes.
As an Integration Engineer you will be working on vehicle programmes in the area of Powertrain Thermal systems development (cooling, intake and exhaust). The job includes the following responsibilities:

• Support the programme design team in the system specification definition for the powertrain thermal systems
• Supervise cooling system flow and thermal analysis using appropriate CAE tools such as KULI or Radtherm in order to aid in the design of the cooling systems and heat management components
• Develop and manage vehicle targets, DVP and programme status documents
• Conduct testing in environmental test facilities and on development hot climate trips; this will include management of vehicle instrumentation and data acquisition as well as processing, analysing and reporting of test data.
  Candidates will need to be Degree, HND or HNC qualified, able to demonstrate strong numeracy and literacy skills and have at least 5 years experience in Powertrain Thermal systems development.
  
  This is a Management graded role therefore candidates must be able to lead and inspire a team to deliver high levels of customer service.

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 1D & 3D Performance Analyst - Coventry - Attractive salary + car allowance + benefits (RGR-93677)

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Engine 1D & 3D Performance Analyst
Coventry, West Midlands, England
Attractive salary + car allowance + benefits

Based on a very attractive University campus in Coventry (commutable from Northampton, Daventry, Milton Keynes, Oxford, Leicester, Warwick, Leamington Spa, Birmingham, Redditch, Worcester. Will appeal to candidates in the following locations; Shoreham, Brighton, Peterborough, Huddersfield, London) , this Centre of Excellence in the development of electric vehicles (EV) and hybrid and conventional powertrains has an opportunity for a talented Engine 1D and 3D Performance Analyst to join the team. Based on experience this position is being offered at either Senior or Principal Engineer level.
This is a terrific opportunity to become the organisation`s subject expert in 1D and 3D engine analysis.

• Carry out 1D/3D performance analysis.
• Use 1D/3D tools to analyse engine systems and provide guidance and solutions
• Providing gas-side boundary conditions for cooling and structural analysis
• Ownership and control of models used outside the Engine group
• Documentation of component and sub-system design guidelines
• Supporting Engineers with expert advice.
• Providing guidance to less experienced members of the Analysis team
• Candidates will need to be prepared to spend circa one week in eight overseas.
• Degree qualified or similar qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in the Automotive industry
• Experience of 1D performance analysis using one or more of the following: AVL Boost, Ricardo WAVE, GT-Power, Lotus software, AmeSim
• Experience of modelling gasoline and diesel engines, boosting systems (including compound, parallel and series systems)
• Experience in both steady-state and transient analysis
• Direct experience of correlating analysis models with physical testing and defining component testing for model correlation purposes
• Able to setup and run Design Of Experiments (DOE) investigations using the above tools.

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

Programme Leader, Project Manager, Project Leader - Gaydon (RGR-101928)

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Programme Leader, Project Manager, Project Leader
Gaydon, Warwickshire, England

Based at Gaydon in Warwickshire, commutable from Coventry, Leamington, Oxford, Birmingham; this car manufacturer has embraced change without compromising its worldwide reputation for understated style and elegance. Captivating design and unparalleled attention to detail are central to the company`s ethos of Power, Beauty and Soul, and all of its cars are hand-built and bespoke whilst using high technology processes in a very modern environment. Its cars are truly special - they always have been and always will be.
The development of a new range of vehicles has created a very exciting opportunity within the Programme Management Group for a Programme Leader. Key responsibilities of the role will include the following:

• Leading and delivering robust definition, planning and delivery of vehicle programmes.
• Assisting in target setting/balancing and management of cost, quality timing and function.
• Manage concern resolution including administration of the change management system (regular reviews), concern metrics and reporting.
• Working closely with and reporting back to the Programme Manager in relation to change management, and SEL and PDL responses.
• Leading BOM to CAD alignment exercise and Virtual Series events as primary point of contact for Programme.
• Working with PMT areas and the Programme Coordinator to develop commodity plans that deliver releases at the appropriate Data Judgement (DJ) point and correct pedigree parts for vehicle builds.
  Personal Requirements:
• Automotive or Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent.
• Whole vehicle or complex system programme coordination / management.
• Extensive knowledge of product development / creation systems.
• Experience in component design, development and sign off.
• Confident presentation 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.

Body & Exterior Systems - Lead Engineer - Coventry (RGR-101618)

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Body & Exterior Systems - Lead Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

A centre of excellence for vehicle engineering based on a very attractive university campus in Coventry, commutable from Birmingham, Northampton, Milton Keynes, Solihull, Leicester, Warwick, Redditch, Bromsgrove. Dedicated to engineering excellence this Consultancy leads in the development of cutting edge vehicle technologies. Established in the UK for 6 years its continuing success has created an opportunity for a talented Body and Exterior Systems Engineer to join the team.

This position is graded at Lead Engineer and reports into the Chief Engineer. The main activities and tasks will include:

• Lead the development of Body and Exterior Systems of a new vehicle variant including BIW, closures hardware, exterior trim from clay model feasibility to production release and on to vehicle launch.
• Manage cross-functional design reviews to solve critical project issues.
• Delivery will be achieved using a multi-functional team including staff, contract and supplier resource.
• Interface with the customer to ensure the project milestones and gateways are met and delivered.
• Generate internal project timing and resource plans to meet customer milestones and or gateways.
• Based in Coventry, there will be a need for occasional over seas travel.
  Candidate requirements.
• Degree or similar qualification, likely to be Chartered.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Ability to overcome cultural barriers.
• Management background, able to lead large teams of Engineer.
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a Body and Exterior engineering lead role.
• Minimum of 10 years Automotive industry experience.

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.

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

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

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

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

Support the programme teams in system specification for durability requirements

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

Complete whole vehicle and sub-system durability analysis where required

Critique and appraise current processes

Provide secondary support for crash and NVH analysis team

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

Degree qualified or similar qualification

Minimum of 5 years automotive experience essential

Demonstrate depth of knowledge in relevant technical specialty

Already chartered or working towards chartered status

Evidence of achieving results through effective leadership

Able to translate business plan into individual objectives for staff

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

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

Chassis Analysis Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-100568)

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Chassis Analysis Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

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

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

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

Creation of road spring, damper and bush specifications

Degree qualified or similar

Strong numeracy/literacy

Minimum of 5 years automotive experience essential

Capable of leading a project with minimum supervision

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

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

Extensive general knowledge in vehicle chassis systems

Knowledge of Matlab an advantage

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

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

Manual Transmission & Transfer Case Principal Engineer - West Midlands - Salary circa £50K + lease car and benefits (RGR-101067)

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Manual Transmission & Transfer Case Principal Engineer
West Midlands, England
Salary circa £50K + lease car and benefits

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

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the Automotive industry, this is the place to be.

In this pivotal role within the Transmission and Driveline team, you ll be instrumental in the design and development of innovative, world-class transmission systems that will make its vehicles even more desirable. Taking charge of a team of skilled engineers, you ll lead the design and release activities for AWD transfer cases and manual transmissions - including associated controls components such as dual mass flywheel, clutch and shifter. Developing and deploying a range of effective commodity strategies, you ll make a crucial contribution to our company performance targets, as well as product and functional targets. The scope of your responsibilities will take in everything from failure mode avoidance, engineering standards, validation methods and design rules to supplier assessment and selection, and leadership of technology projects.

To make an impact from day one, you ll need to demonstrate a detailed technical understanding of manual transmission design (including helical gears, synchronisers, bearings and casings) and vehicle integration (clutch, shifter, NVH). You will demonstrate diligence in the application and development of engineering tools and processes such as DFMEA, robustness, calculation tools and CAE techniques. Qualified with an appropriate degree, you also have proven experience of leading teams, and building strong relationships with key customers and partners in other functions. Ideally, you ll also have proven business acumen and analytical skills, together with the ability to make persuasive presentations, clearly articulating complex technical subject matter. You have the passion and drive to constantly innovate and improve our products for a competitive marketplace. Our customers expect the best, and so do we, so you ll be challenged every day. You ll hone your skills to the leading edge and you ll enjoy all the rewards that come from powering the growth of a prestigious luxury brand.

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

Hybrid & EV High Voltage Systems Principal / Executive Engineer - Norfolk (RGR-100892)

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Hybrid & EV High Voltage Systems Principal / Executive Engineer
Norfolk, England

Our client is an established engineering consultancy operating at the forefront of innovation and technology within the automotive industry. Recognised globally for its cutting-edge engineering capability it is now seeking to recruit a Hybrid and Electric Vehicle High Voltage Systems Principal / Executive Engineer.
The role will have responsibility for the specification, development, validation and implementation of high voltage systems in HEV and EV automotive applications.

Key duties will include;

Design, test and produce hardware for the control and distribution of energy for a range of products, DC/DC converters, 3 phase motors, generators, distribution units, battery systems.

Power / control electronics design including modelling/simulation, component sixing, thermal analysis, control electronics circuit design, power electronics strategy, high voltage isolation

Work with motor design, controls, systems and thermal engineers to develop robust electric drive solutions

Drive product development from initial concept through to final product launch

Generate engineering documentation such as BOM, schematics, reports, FMEA

Oversee qualification tests

Develop operating procedures
Candidates will need to be Degree qualified in Electronics, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 5 years experience Hybrid drive systems. Must have extensive knowledge of high voltage systems including power electronics, power conversion, power supply.

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.

Vehicle Safety Electronics Engineer - Coventry - £35k - 40k per year + Salary circa �34K + bonus +pension + benefits (RGR-100683)

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Vehicle Safety Electronics Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£35k - 40k per year + Salary circa ?34K + bonus +pension + benefits

Our client is a World renowned manufacturer of luxury sports cars; its name is well known and needs little introduction. Its people are passionate about the cars they produce and it s a great place to work. Its cars are truly special they always have been and always will be. The sports cars will continue to be hand-built and bespoke but the company also use the latest high technology processes and leading edge disciplines in a very modern environment. It is profitable, growing in a rapid but controlled manner and moving into new global markets. As a result it is seeking to add to the Body Engineering team to ensure the continued delivery of world class Vehicle Safety Electronics
To deliver Vehicle Safety Electronic Component Integration across car lines ensuring program targets and legislative requirements are met.

• Establish and confirm Vehicle, System and Component level targets (legal requirements, OEM, SAE, industry standard practice etc).
• Performance delivery of passive safety electronic systems
• Accountable for engineering releases of all safety electronic components across car line
• Management of external suppliers towards delivery of restraints electronic systems
• Safety Electronics Program Module Sub-Team (PMST) meetings
• DVP and supplier tests for safety electronics components (ongoing control/review)
• Manage the budgets for supplier costs and delivery to objectives
• Accountable for Engineering Signoff/Approval of System/Component performance
  *Engineering Signoff documentation
  *Legal and Certification tests/Reports
• Drive engineering issue resolution to meet all program targets and constraints
• Accountable for concern resolution process for all safety electronic components
• System integration to ensure safety electronics integration with vehicle electrical
  Electrical/Electronic Engineering degree (or equivalent).
  Intuitive knowledge of fundamental electrical and mechanical engineering theory.
  Evidence of enthusiasm for the role will be important
  Excellent organisational skills.
  Self starting and self motivated.

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.

CAE Strategy, Process and Methods - Project Engineer - West Midlands (RGR-103042)

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CAE Strategy, Process and Methods - Project Engineer
West Midlands, England

A market leader in luxury and high volume off-road vehicles, designing and manufacturing in the Midlands. Highly profitable and continuing to invest in the development of exciting new vehicles and powertrains. Offering a bright and secure future with great opportunities for career development. Based in Coventry and Gaydon, commutable from Birmingham, Coventry, Leicester, Warwick, Leamington, Milton Keynes, Northampton. Candidates with authority to work in the UK based overseas in France, Germany, The Netherlands, Spain, Italy, USA, China, Japan, Australia are also encouraged.

Your challenge will be to establish and deliver the innovative strategy needed to drive forward computer-aided engineering capability across the business.

You'll fully assess the current CAE capability to highlight strengths and identify opportunities for improvements. Having done so, you ll then develop and deliver a full CAE programme that both meets their current needs and anticipates the future challenges that their new products will present.

The ideal candidate will need to be a strategic and innovative thinker with broad experience of using CAE tools in an engineering design environment. Candidates may already be in the Automotive industry, those in the Aerospace, Motorsport, Defence industries or Consultancy are also encouraged to apply. An understanding of CAE techniques, methods, tools and optimisation techniques is important too, as is a track record of developing new methods in line with evolving business needs. Solid project management and delivery skills will also prove a real asset.

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

Project Manager - Teesside - £35k - 50k per year + to 45K + excellent benefits (JSK-102990)

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Project Manager
Teesside, North Yorkshire, England
£35k - 50k per year + to 45K + excellent benefits

The company is a leading supplier of products to the construction, engineering, energy, automotive and precision tubing markets. With manufacturing sites and sales offices in the UK and other European countries, they can offer highly focused customer service by providing customers with competitive, quality products.

They are looking to appoint a Project Manager to provide project control on all contracts secured using added value processes at the company manufacturing facilities. This will involve the management of subcontracts including that portion associated with internal manufacturing activities across concurrent projects at various stages of maturity.

The company manufactures products that are in an increasingly competitive market with pressure from overseas producers in the developing world. They have recognised this and understand that in order to survive and thrive, they need to deliver a differentiated product offering at the leading edge of technology. This position ensures that all projects undertaken that involve activity in addition to standard operations are adequately controlled.

The principle accountabilities of this role are:

• Liaise with sales teams, manufacturing and subcontractors to ensure that projects are delivered on-time, on budget and within the agreed terms and conditions.
• Manage contract variations to minimise extra-budgetary expenditure and maximise revenue opportunities.
• Manage contract negotiations and hand-over from sales team upon commencement of final contract negotiations.
• Implement and manage an ISO 9001 project and document management system to ensure the delivery of added value activities that lie outside the provisions of existing quality systems
• Responsible for monitoring and reporting of progress on projects within the management team and customer The jobholder will be degree qualified or equivalent and have experience in the management of projects, preferably within the manufacturing sector.
  
  This jobholder should be experienced in implementing contract law within the management of large industrial manufacturing and construction projects.
  
  The jobholder will need to be an effective project manager and have an understanding of project, quality and HSE requirements in the energy industries.
  
  The job will require an awareness of engineering and the challenges that face energy clients as well as those experienced in pipe manufacture and installation.
  
  The jobholder should be an experienced negotiator capable of working with internal and external customers
  
  The jobholder should be capable of identifying potential project opportunities to enhance the offering of the company and be capable of communicating and promoting the requirements to members of the management 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.

Project Manager - Coventry - £0 per year + Attractive Salary (KYU-100586)

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Project Manager
Coventry, West Midlands, England
£0 per year + Attractive Salary

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

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

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

Weld Integrity Co-ordinator - Warwickshire - £27k - 27.5k per year (SMA-102334)

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Weld Integrity Co-ordinator
Warwickshire, England
£27k - 27.5k per year

Our client is a leading automotive component manufacturer of BIW components and sunroof assemblies. Reporting to Maintenance Manager on product quality issues, as Weld Integrity Co-ordinator, you will be responsible for co-ordinating, investigating, initiating preventative, corrective and improvement actions. The role also supports companywide quality improvement activities, new product introduction within the Weld Department, the management of the department integrity quality issues and management of the department`s weld consumables and tip control.

You will need product knowledge (welded products), quality systems and manufacturing experience (Min 5 years). You will also have experience in weld integrity in the automotive industry and have experience in robot teaching / know how together with experience in NDT (non-destructive testing). You must also have a minimum of 2 years experience working in the BIW quality environment, working knowledge of the department quality system and how it interacts with other departments, a proven track record in management of large and small teams, proven
continuous process improvement/problem solving skills and project planning experience.
You will need an understanding of Quality Tools (capability, analysis, cause and effect, etc.), have strong presentation skills,
willingness and ability to coach and develop members of the team, be open to flexible working hours and have a proven ability to remain focused and apply a logical approach in pressure situations. You will also need to be able to use Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

 

Proven track record in management of large and small teams

Proven continuous process improvement/problem solving skills

Project planning experience

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.

Metrology - West Midlands (STR-103039)

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Metrology
West Midlands, England

An opportunity has arisen for a Metrologist to work within a major first tier automotive supplier to German and British based OEM`s with injection moulding and assembly on site. Satellite site a few miles away supplies cast and machined components.
As Metrologist you will have the following knowledge and experience:
Mitutoyo CMM
Be familiar with a Mitutoyo Cmm both in writing new programmes or running old programmes using MCOSMOS v3.2, single or multi RPS and use GD and T as indicated on the drawings. Be able to manipulate and align the CAD model as required.

Drawings
Must be able to read a standard part drawing, cut sectional views relevant to the part and measure them on the above equipments. Complete ISIR front sheets and report sheets encompassing all the drawing specifications.

Computers
Must be able to use various Microsoft and specific computer programmes with limited training.
The following knowledge and experience would be an advantage:
Manual DEA measuring machine
Be able to use a Manual DEA measuring machine and set up parts/gauges for direct measuring.

Shadow Graph
Be able to use a Shadow graph and set up parts correctly for direct measurement.

General measuring instruments
Be able to use a variety of hand held instrument, such as Micrometers, Calipers and Slip block sets for direct measurement.

Calibration
Have some knowledge of calibration procedures including a computerised control system as well as general methods of calibrating basic gauges.

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 APQP Engineer - West Midlands (STR-103037)

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Senior APQP Engineer
West Midlands, England

An opportunity has arisen for a Senior APQP Engineer with a major first tier automotive supplier to German and British based OEM`s with injection moulding and assembly on site. Satellite site a few miles away supplies cast and machined components.
The main responsibilities of the APQP Engineer will be:
To manage the Quality Planning Requirements for new product introduction
To develop processes and systems to improve APQP Dep`t operation
To supervise and support APQP/PPAP Engineers
The Key Accountabilities of the APQP Engineer will be:
Define, plan and supervise the preparation of APQP supporting documentation for new projects
In conjunction with the Project Management team, define resource and timing requirements to enable on-time product approval
In conjunction with the Project Management team, define and plan the role and responsibilities of APQP Engineering
Implement and develop systems for APQP, including software systems
Implement Management Status Reporting system, to give early warning of potential problem areas to Management to resolve
Define APQP requirements for sub-contracted product. Assist Supplier Development Engineers in Supplier training etc.

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.

Body In White Weld Technician - Warwickshire - £22k per year + �22,000 (SMA-102333)

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Body In White Weld Technician
Warwickshire, England
£22k per year + ?22,000

Our client is a leading automotive component manufacturer of BIW components and sunroof assemblies. As Weld Integrity Technician you must have experience in weld integrity in the automotive industry and in robot teaching / know how together with a minimum of 2 years experience working in the BIW quality environment and proven continuous process improvement/problem solving skills.
This is a shift based role to support production. Liaising directly with production associates, early and late shifts will entail general support, troubleshooting any welding related problems and counter measuring them, including equipment calibrations checks on robots and weld timers; implementing destruct test countermeasures; tip dresser improvements and robot re-teaching.

Good communication is required between shifts to enable accurate and smooth handovers. An ability to work with data and process information is essential. There will also be some involvement in New Model or Project work which will involve working out of core hours. It is expected that major improvement work will be planned during shutdowns periods.
You must have good communications skills (written and verbal), the ability to use your own initiative and meet specified deadlines and be computer literate (MS Office) with a very flexible approach to work.

 

Experience in weld integrity in the automotive  industry

Experience in robot teaching / know how.

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.

Continuous Improvement Engineer - West Midlands (GNI-103036)

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Continuous Improvement Engineer
West Midlands, England

Global Manufacturer offering the chance to work in a challenging but collaborative environment with a complex, technically innovative product. Supplying to some of the largest and most successful Automotive OEMs in the world.

As Continuous Improvement Engineer your main objective will be to develop the continuous improvement culture within the company.

Your main responsibilities will include:
- Develop Material Information flow diagram with associated data base also called MIFD.
- Develop annual improvement plan activity in coordination with the Operation team.
- Lead, mentor and follow up CI teams across the company.
- Create and develop strong relationship with World Wide Kaizen team.
- Develop, train and mentor staff and shop floor to lean manufacturing tools (SMED, line balancing, 3P, 5S, and 3P, 5S, and problem solving tools)
- Review and approve new production cell layout in a lean point of view and with the Logistics continuous improvement engineerEstablish Tact-time and cycle time targets based on Customer / Company volumes
- Raise CAPEX justification versus labour saving
- Develop standardised work and standard work combination sheets per product process / line
- Establish adequate process monitoring and educate logistics / manufacturing and production personnel.
Ideal candidates will have previous OEM experience or tier one supplier and have been influenced by Japanese philosophy and principles.

Candidates should possess;
- Strong Team Ethos
- Good communication skills
- Self motivation
- Good attention to detail
- Drive and enthusiasm
- Knowledge of Toyota Production System
- Pragmatism
- Lean manufacturing tools knowledge
- Ease with current Microsoft software
- Lean manufacturing tools knowledge
- Excel and PowerPoint proficiency

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

Head of Production Engineering - Wellingborough - £40k - 50k per year + circa £50K + Car + benefits (JSK-102737)

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Head of Production Engineering
Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, England
£40k - 50k per year + circa £50K + Car + benefits

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

This is a newly created position which will be responsible for all increasing production process efficiency activities on site and reducing the time taken and the cost of the production engineering process for new jobs. It will also deliver on time, to support shopfloor production, all aspects of data needed to produce the customer product i.e. Programs, jigs, tooling process, instruction sheets etc. Finally it will have Management responsibility for a team of skilled production engineers.

• Deliver engineering objectives set by Plant Director; provide regular feedback and reports as necessary to keep Manager fully informed of progress, additionally :-
• Work with Plant Director to establish direction, objectives and plans for Production Engineering which support overall business plan.
• Review systems and tools currently used to determine if they are appropriate
• Plan, organise and prioritise tasks and projects by allocating the appropriate resources - this will involve implementing a suitable planning tool for Production Engineering and ensuring it is effectively used.
• Drive culture change and continuous improvement to maintain and develop the facility in a safe manner
• Drive the improvement of the manufacturing methods, by using knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards
• Confer with management, engineering and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate and improve production processes.
• Staff / Activity Planning
• Other duties as required
  
  Qualifications
• Degree Educated in either manufacturing or mechanical engineering
  
  Skills and Experience
• Proven experience gained in niche automotive or aerospace industry
• Proven design or Production Engineering background
• Extensive knowledge of modern machine tool capabilities for manufacturing
• Experience of engineering total solutions to manufacturing problems from concept through to finished product
• Proven experience of leading project teams and knowledge of project management tools
• Qualified knowledge of process improvement tools and techniques
• Evidence of continuous improvement activity including reducing lead times without compromising responsiveness
• Second European language (preferably German) desirable
  
  Job Related Skills
• Proven leadership skills, including project management capabilities
• Ability to work with a team to create and optimize the manufacturing package
• Operates well in an environment of rapid change
• Operates with a broad business perspective
• Focus on continuous improvement
• Logical problem solving ability
• Strong facilitation 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.

Senior CAD Interior Trim Engineer - BT190 - Coventry (JCO-102494)

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Senior CAD Interior Trim Engineer - BT190
Coventry, West Midlands, England

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

We are recruiting for Senior CAD Interior Trim Engineer, initially on a 6-month contract based in Coventry.

As Senior CAD Interior Trim Engineer, you will design and develop Catia V5 models for the Interior / Exterior Trim Department, this includes headlining, pillar trim, quarter trim and load space models on current / new projects.
* Store working models into structured database to support project reviews and DMU processes.

Applicants are required to be degree qualified or hold a similar qualification, plus:
* Strong numeracy and literacy skills
* Automotive experience is essential
* Good logic reasoning
* Be an effective team member contributing to improvements and high customer service.
* Demonstrates depth of knowledge in a relevant techical specialisty
* Experience in the `Team Centre` data management systems would be benefit.

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.

Toolmaker - West Midlands - c£25K (RB-103040)

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Toolmaker
West Midlands, England
c£25K

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

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