Monday, 12 March 2012

Senior Stress Engineer - Aylesbury (JPR-106599)

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Senior Stress Engineer
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England

A leading supplier to the global civil and military aerospace industry has a new permanent opportunity for a Senior Stress Engineer. This role is based in Buckinghamshire and is commutable from Aylesbury, Hemel Hempstead, Milton Keynes,Leighton Buzzard, N London and Luton.
Reporting to the Stress Team Leader the Senior Stress Engineer will carry our FE and hand calculations. Ansys and Siemens NX are used.
You will be degree qualified and have stress analysis experience. Aerospace, power generation or rotating equipment experience would be ideal though experience in any sector will be considered. Stress and fatigue experience 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.

Senior Development Engineer-Environmental - Aylesbury (JPR-106598)

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Senior Development Engineer-Environmental
Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England

A leading supplier to the global civil and defence aerospace industry has a new permanent opportunity for a Senior Development Engineer-Environmental. This role is based in Buckinghamshire at a very impressive modern facility. It is commutable from Aylesbury, Hemel Hempstead, Milton Keynes, N London and Luton.
This is a varied role which will involve both creating test plans and test reports but also carrying out hands-on vibration, climatic, shock and acceleration testing. As a Senior
Engineer you could also be supporting others within the team.
You are likely to be degree qualified but an HNC will be considered. You will have environmental or climatic test experience.
- Familiarity with MIL-STD-810 and RTCA DO160 or other environmental test standards will be a bonus.

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

Project Engineer - Product Line - Gillingham (PBA-105866)

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Project Engineer - Product Line
Gillingham, Kent, England

A world leader in the innovation, design and manufacture of Diesel Fuel Injection equipment are now looking for a Project Engineer - Product Line to work on either a permanent or contract basis and represent the purchasing function within the project team. Plan, coordinate and track purchasing activities to support attributed programs profit/loss, value stream, flawless launches objectives, in line with Lean Transformation objectives and strategies.


The Project Engineer will be responsible for tracking company global supply management`s performance to product development process timing, including sourcing and PPAP as well as to business case (new and current parts) on new programs. Provide input to project management system that tracks program timing. Complete purchased part risk assessment with Engineering and Supplier Quality input. Organize and lead Kick-off and Key-Stakeholders meetings. Conduct segmentation process on purchased material for all new programs. Develop readiness, quality, and sourcing strategies for each purchased component, including carry-over parts, in collaboration with project teams, supplier quality, and category buyers. Represent the purchasing function to all assigned project and product teams. Utilise all available tools (value stream mapping, VA/VE, etc.) early in product development to influence design and sourcing to reduce cost and improve quality. Responsible to communicate engineering changes on current parts to category buyers.


Candidates should be degree qualified in Engineering or Business and be a strong relationship builder with high integrity. Candidates will possess strong organisational, leadership, analytical and communication skills together with commitment to quality and flawless launch, lean and cost/profit planning .

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

Senior Specialist Engineer - Software Design - Milton Keynes (PKT-106606)

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Senior Specialist Engineer - Software Design
Milton Keynes and Luton

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

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

You will be responsible for developing embedded real-time software for control units for electrical power systems or electric motor controllers within aircraft. The software is safety-critical, complying with the requirements of RTCA/DO-178B (level A or B) and comprises Control and Protection, Communications (Serial UART, SPI, ARINC 429, ARINC 664 and MIL-STD 1553) and Built-in-Test software. The tasks include generation of textual high-level requirements and decomposing these into low-level requirements (detail design). To achieve the detailed design the team will use the Matlab/ Simulink/ Stateflow toolset, producing graphical design documentation or write the requirements in plain English. All the requirements are managed within the DOORS requirement management tool, ensuring full traceability. Ada source code shall be auto-generated from the Matlab diagrams using the Beacon tool or manually produced from the specifications.

Basic Qualifications : Ideally posses the following:
1. A proactive style, team spirit, high energy level, and positive outlook.
2. Good English written and verbal communication skills.
3. A high level of expertise in software design for safety-critical applications.
4. At least 3 years experience of the Ada programming language.
5. Experience of real-time control applications.
6. Experience with Freescale Power PC processors (particularly the MPC5554)
7. A relevant degree or equivalent or specialist software training.
8. Experience with the software tools Simulink/Stateflow, Matlab, DOORS, VectorCAST and Dimensions.
9. Familiarity with RTCA/DO-178B.
10. Understanding of the principles of configuration management.
11. Some knowledge of electronic circuit design.

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.

Commercial Trainee - Construction Industry - Sales Based - North Yorkshire (GSI-106255)

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Commercial Trainee - Construction Industry - Sales Based
North Yorkshire, England

Our Client is the leading offsite construction specialist of permanent modular building structures, with a reputation for innovation and design. Their key sectors include retail, local authorities, education, healthcare, pharmaceutical, logistics and transport to name a few.

The firm are looking for a graduate to undertake a 18-24 month programme of education in their business. You`ll be trained to develop the skills and competencies required to undertake the commercial, planning and selling functions of the business with a view to work in whichever area most suits you. A very good opportunity that will allow you to learn about each aspects of their business and charter your own career with them for the future.

It s a role that will have you working across many of their sites which would mean a fair amount of travel spending time with different facets of the firm.

The key to this role is attitude and enthusiasm; they are looking for a person who they can invest in and look at as a long term employee. A degree is essential as is a driving license and this is predominantly a sales based role.

Any commercial selling experience, b2b or cold calling experience would be very useful. Computer literacy is a pre requisite.

A permanent role with a start at the end of the March; ideally they are looking to interview candidates on the 16.3.12 and the likely location of this would be Yorkshire. This is not guaranteed but please be aware that this is a possibility when applying.

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.

Administrative Assistant 4174 - West Midlands - 18,269-20,000 (LCR-106630)

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Administrative Assistant 4174
West Midlands, England
18,269-20,000

Our client is involved in the manufacture of automotive gearboxers. The purpose of the Administrative Assistant is to provide advanced clerical and administrative support to managers and other staff to allow for more efficient operations.

Duties will include typing, filing, transcription and/or shorthand, operation of a PC and standard software programs, Microsoft suite, including modifying software applications through macros, utilizing advanced functions in word processing or spreadsheet applications and organising and expediting workflow through the supervisor s office. You must be able to prepare expense books, sort and deliver mail, make travel arrangements, co-ordinate
communications by receiving and passing along e-mails, notices etc, maintain staff attendance records for vacation, sick days, personal time, prepare presentation materials as needed, maintain records and prepare reports such as organisation charts, phone lists, records retention and budget information, schedule meetings and maintain calendars. Additionally, you must be able to organise, complete and maintain large projects such as a database for a process improvement. This might also include the direction and coordination of the activities of others such as temporary clerical help, co-ops or other secretaries.

You will need a variety of secretarial experiences gained at sectional, divisional and departmental levels. The job requires the application of seasoned, advanced secretarial skills gained through years of experience and challenge in the more advanced and complex features of secretarial and administrative support work. Strong person-to-person skills are required as well as proficiency in managing the daily activities of an office or work area. Vocational training and secretarial certification are strongly desired. The role also requires a thorough knowledge of the Principal s accountabilities and method of operation plus the ability to work independently with only general guidance on a variety of special projects.

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

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

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Powertrain Opportunities in the USA
MI-Michigan, United States

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

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

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

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.

BIW Closures Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-106130)

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BIW Closures Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for Electric Vehicle (EV) development. It has plans to expand it operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This has created an opportunity for a BIW Closures Engineer to join the team as a member of permanent staff or as a hourly paid Consultant. This role based in Coventry commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Leicester, Gaydon, Milton Keynes, Leamington, Northampton.
In this Principal Engineer role you will lead the development of BIW for a new vehicle variant from clay model feasibility to Concept release. Main aspects of the role will include:

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

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 - Market Quality Engineer - Swindon (RGR-105763)

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Chassis - Market Quality Engineer
Swindon, Wiltshire, England

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

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

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

Automotive Electrical Design Engineer - Swindon (RGR-105762)

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Automotive Electrical Design Engineer
Swindon, Wiltshire, England

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

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

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 Aerodynamics Integration Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-105993)

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Vehicle Aerodynamics Integration Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for Electric Vehicle (EV) development. It has plans to expand it operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This has created an opportunity for an Aerodynamics Engineer to join the team. This role based in Coventry commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Leicester, Gaydon, Milton Keynes, Leamington, Northampton.
You will work on vehicle programmes in the area of aerodynamics and aero-acoustics. The job includes the following responsibilities:-

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

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

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

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Powertrain Thermal Systems Integration Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

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

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

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

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.

Thermal Systems - Senior Engineer - Nuneaton - £30k - 40k per year + Salary 32K to 45K dependent upon experience, + excellent benefits (RGR-105840)

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Thermal Systems - Senior Engineer
Nuneaton, Warwickshire, England
£30k - 40k per year + Salary 32K to 45K dependent upon experience, + excellent benefits

We re an innovative company focused on creating the future of advanced vehicle and systems technology. Our customer focused, fully integrated approach and industry experience, together with our facilities, give us the pioneering edge to deliver ground breaking, market solutions. Based in Warwickshire, commutable from Birmingham, Solihull, Northampton, Crewe, Leicester, Northampton, Milton Keynes.

Reporting to the Dept Manager, Fluids Engineering the main purpose of the job is to be the central engineering lead in highly varied vehicle thermal management project activities.

Key functions of the job will include.

  • Working in the Fluids Department thermal engineering team, conducting confidential customer project work in the general fields of climate control, powertrain cooling. and underbonnet thermal management
  • Conducting and overseeing test and development work at component, sub-system and whole-vehicle levels in the Thermofluids Laboratory and Climatic Wind Tunnels, and possibly in-territory . This could include work on passenger car, commercial vehicle, off road and military projects, and may also involve application of 1D simulation techniques.
  • Working to strict timescale and budget constraints including close interaction with customer engineers and managers.
  • Providing engineering direction and consultancy, including design recommendations, and also providing aero-thermal input to wider MIRA vehicle engineering programmes.
  • Data analysis and preparing technical reports.
    Candidate requirements.
  • A good Degree, minimum 2.1
  • Typically a minimum 5 years in automotive thermal management, including organising and running facility and in-territory climatic development work
  • Good understanding of HVAC, climate control, powertrain cooling and vehicle thermal management systems, and their interactions
  • Knowledge of EV/HEV thermal management architectures and challenges
  • Experience with 1D thermal simulation tools such as Flowmaster, Kuli or Amesim would be an advantage
  • Be capable of delivering a high standard of technical support backed up by solid report-writing skills. This will include provision of consultancy and advice to a wide range of customers
  • Be a confident engineer with an ability to understand the needs of the customer, and to work independently as required
  • Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to integrate seamlessly into a team working environment

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.

Resident Integration Principal Engineer - India - £40k - 60k per year + Excellent salary & benefits with all living expenses covered in India (RGR-103476)

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Resident Integration Principal Engineer
India
£40k - 60k per year + Excellent salary & benefits with all living expenses covered in India

Based on a very attractive University campus in Coventry, this Centre of Excellence for Vehicle and Powertrain development has gained an excellent reputation for innovative design and product delivery. Established in 2005, it has ambitious plans for further, steady growth and this has created many new opportunities for talented Engineers to join the team.

Working on behalf of the UK Centre, offering Engineering leadership and expertise, this role is based 80% of the time in India, other periods will be in the UK at the Coventry Centre. Whilst in India all living expenses will be covered offering a marvellous opportunity to experience this wonderful country. The initial focus will be to provide CAD and Engineering guidance to a small team of Indian Engineers on Lighting projects for commercial vehicle programmes. Whilst it would be great for candidates to have a Vehicle Lighting background, Engineers from any industry where you will have worked on complex mechanical products such as White or Yellow goods, Aerospace or General Engineering will also be considered.

Candidates will need to have a Degree or similar qualification and if not from a Vehicle Lighting Engineering background, the desire to learn about a new product group. Although not a hands-on CAD role, you will need to be competent in Catia V5 with knowledge of plastic injection moulded component design and manufacturing techniques. Must be a team player, self starter, confident and have a good record of leading teams of Engineers. It`s unlikely that candidates with less than 6 years industry experience will have sufficient depth to succeed in this exciting and challenging role. Important note; candidates must have authority to work in the UK without sponsorsip.

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.

Safety CAE Principal Engineer - Coventry (RGR-105180)

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Safety CAE Principal Engineer
Coventry, West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for Electric Vehicle (EV) development. It has plans to expand it operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This growth has created an opportunity for a Safety CAE Principal Engineer to join the team. This role is based in Coventry commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Leicester, Gaydon, Milton Keynes, Leamington, Northampton, may also interest candidates in the Crewe area. Ideally being offered as a permanent staff job, will also consider hourly contract.
As the Safety CAE Principal Engineer working on vehicle programmes within the structural and safety CAE team, the job will include the following responsibilities:

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Driveline NVH Engineer - Acoustics - Crewe (RGR-104476)

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Driveline NVH Engineer - Acoustics
Crewe, Cheshire, England

This is a great opportunity to work for a major manufacturer of prestigious vehicles committed to engineering excellence with strong investment backing from a major global automotive group. We are looking to recruit an NVH specialist from an automotive background with a thorough understanding of parts design, to influence and support our future cars and the product development process. Demonstrating real passion and enthusiasm for NVH and our cars, the successful candidate will be responsible for leading and delivering their area of specialism. Graduates with a relevant final year NVH / Acoustics project and 1 to 2 years industry experience will also be considered.

  • Responsible for Driveline NVH attribute development to deliver project whole vehicle acoustic attribute performance (Transmission, driveshafts, axles and their mountings)
  • Provide NVH knowledge and direction in the design and development of component, system and whole vehicle acoustic specifications to ensure achievement of product acoustic targets
  • Provide objective measurement/analysis and subjective assessment of whole vehicle performance
  • Provide technical leadership in acoustic concern investigation and resolution
  • Generation and implementation of development plans to deliver project requirements
  • Definition of whole vehicle acoustic attribute performance targets derived from subjective assessment and objective measurement
  • Concept guidance at design and package reviews
  • Defining, planning, organising, monitoring and managing own work to meet project objectives for approval by Senior Engineer / Functional Manager
  • Leadership and management of acoustic testing (internal and external) to deliver project and technical development requirements
  • Measurement and analysis of noise and vibration data to identify root cause
    Candidate requirements
  • A Degree or equivalent qualification, in a relevant engineering or science discipline is preferred
  • Equivalent industry experience will be considered
  • Previous Automotive experience is highly preferred.
  • Previous experience in noise and vibration test, measurement and analysis techniques especially in driveline area.
  • Graduates with a relevant final year project and work experience.
  • German language capability would be advantageous to support test requirements at German proving grounds

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.

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

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

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for Electric Vehicle (EV) development. It has plans to expand it operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This growth has created an opportunity for a Electrical and Electronics Systems Integration Engineer to work on new EV projects. This role based in Coventry commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Leicester, Gaydon, Milton Keynes, Leamington, Northampton, may also interest candidates in the Crewe area.
Main Tasks of the Job

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

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.

Dimensional Management Principal Engineer - West Midlands (RGR-103727)

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Dimensional Management Principal Engineer
West Midlands, England

Based on a very attractive University campus, this Centre of Excellence is building on its growing reputation for vehicle and powertrain development. It has plans to expand it operation and increase the number of talented Engineers and Specialists it employs, working on new projects incorporating cutting edge technologies. This growth has created an opportunity for a Dimensional Management Principal Engineer to support its Craftsmanship function. This role based in Coventry also offers the opportunity to spend time working with colleagues at the parent company based in India. Location commutable from Birmingham, Warwick, Leicester, Gaydon, Milton Keynes, Northampton, may interest candidates from Oxford, Crewe areas.
Main tasks and activities will include the following:

  • Carry out 3D tolerance analysis utilising Vis VSA
  • Develop coordinated PLP, GDandT and process direction toward meeting the dimensional targets and functional objectives.
  • Introduce best practice DM activities into new vehicle programmes
  • Lead dimensional improvements on vehicle geometry through part, tooling or design actions in responsible systems
  • Assure all PLP`s are coordinated between supplier, assembly equipment and gauging
  • Establish measurement plans
  • Maintain matrix of all dimensional issues in respective area and drive root cause and problem
  • Perform data management, root cause analysis and comprehensive reporting
  • Provide technical support for delivering and commissioning of checking fixtures (single parts and combined fixturing)
  • Assist stamping and supplier engineering activities with Part buyoff and prioritization matrices for part improvements and final buyoff all subsystem parts on gauges through, Part Qualification and Blue Buck evaluations.
  • Depending upon project demands, it may be necessary to spend up to one week in four in India.
    Candidate requirements:
  • Ideally Degree qualified, will consider HND, HNC
  • Vis VSA trained and proficient in GDandT
  • Catia v5 CAD skills
  • Comprehensive knowledge of statistics and SPC techniques
  • Experience of BIW tooling and assembly
  • Minimum of 3 years Automotive industry experience
  • Must be willing to travel to travel to launch locations and review new model progress, providing leadership for team members where necessary
  • Good knowledge of general engineering fundamentals
  • Be familiar with the vehicle product development process, supplier quality management, manufacturing process and the Pilot process in a production environment
  • Experience with sheet metal stamping / assembly quality, inspection and processing
  • Familiar with appropriate metrology equipment for root cause diagnostics (Scanning, CMM, Leica, Perception, Blue Buck, component gauges)
  • Dimensional control, manufacturing process engineering, plant quality control, body engineering, body shop production and sheet metal product launch
  • Knowledge of gauges and inspection techniques
  • Experience solving dimensional issues, wind noise, water leak, squeak and rattle

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.