REQ ID: 116119
JOB TITLE: Lead Design Engineer
SALARY: Competitive
POSTING END DATE: 26 May 2023
LOCATION: Warwickshire

We’re re-examining our vehicles and what a vehicle means in the emerging world of automation, connectedness, electrification and the shared economy. New ideas, new technology, and new approaches to mobility are our business. Join a team of next generation thinkers.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

This is where it all begins. We develop the new concepts that go on to become new Jaguars and Land Rovers. So, the emphasis is on building strong strategic, technical and financial foundations right from the start.

Engineering Laboratories (EL) forms the backbone of Jaguar Land Rover's internal vehicle test and development capability, and is responsible for a wide and diverse range of activities including Structural Test, Body Rig Test, Road Load Data, Analytical Facilities, NVH, Climatic Test, Electrical Test and Safety Test.

The Technology Development Department are responsible for the design and delivery of facility components, test rigs and the infrastructure required in support of the core EL areas delivering physical test plans. The area is also responsible for the development and delivery of key new facilities, technology, infrastructure and strategy for EL, leading projects from concept through to delivery.

The role will see the associate lead the design and delivery of test rigs and fixtures in support of the core cycle plan across all the Engineering Labs test areas.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Designing test rigs and components using the Catia V5/TCe and/or Catia V6/Enovia/3DX tool set.
• Creating 2D drawings for manufacture of parts at internal JLR workshops and external suppliers.
• Liaising with customers to identify testing requirements, and ensuring test rigs are capable of the task.
• Liaising with workshop fitters and supervisors.
• Managing and planning workload to ensure on time delivery of test rigs.
• Working with Technology Development CAE team to optimise designs.
• Creating technical reports.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Competent user of JLR CAD toolset.
• Ability to produce and interpret 2D complex detailed designs in order to prepare parts for manufacture.
• Knowledge of vehicle packaging.
• Experience of working as a mechanical engineer within a test environment.
• Knowledge of testing methodologies relating to the testing of road vehicles.
• Ability to manage priorities, identify issues and solutions using own initiative, coupled with a desire to make a difference and achieve results.
• Good project management skills with a proven record ability with projects from concept through to delivery.
• Ability to resolve technical and process issues promptly.

Desirable

• Degree qualified or working towards a degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience of collaborative team environments.
• Experience operating and working in a technically capable team.

Personal Profile:

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  An individual with a customer first mindset who is easy to do business with and makes people feel special, driven to deliver experiences that are personalised, transparent and dependable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to present complex information to all levels within the business.
• Must be self-motivated, keen to take on responsibility & able to work to a high standard with minimal supervision.
• Friendly, flexible person with good communication skills.
• Ability to work theoretically and practically with people in different teams, at all levels of the business.

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SO WHY US?

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes Jaguar Land Rover the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At Jaguar Land Rover, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage.

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

Jaguar Land Rover is committed to equal opportunity for all.