Customer Ref: 35670

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role:

Division:
Vehicle Engineering

Position Description:
Working within the Electrical Electronic and Software Engineering - In Vehicle Infotainment HW team.
Reflashing head units for Prototype builds M1 VB etc and to support local fleet updates.
Repair / maintenance support for reflash rigs in client's Midlands locations.
SW updates for:
Performing software updates on Infotainment Head Units, both on test rigs and in vehicles.
Ensuring the correct software is downloaded to each part or vehicle.
Creating thorough traceability documentation and metrics."

Skills Required:
3 Key Skills:
1) Good Understanding of electronics and ability to rework Connectors and PCBs
Mobile and able to work across all client UK sites
2) A logical organised thinker, with an eye for detail and an ability to follow detailed work instructions.
Able to diagnose electronic ccts to PCB level.
Works with minimal supervision
3) A full driving licence valid for the UK.

Experience Required:
Recognised qualification in electronics
Faulty finding and repair of electronics to PCB level
Prototype wiring for industrial applications
Ability to deliver in a high pressure environment
Must have a driving licence and be able to support reflash activitives at all client facilities.
Very good organisational skills
Experience of using Linux in a test environment

Experience Preferred:
Knowledge of Linux based operating systems would be advantageous
Fault finding microprocessor based systems to module level
Knowledge of Infotainment commodities would be advantageous
Knowledge of scripting languages Python Unix etc.
Knowledge of test interfaces used for vehicle in clinet Vehicles CAN OBD-2 etc.

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment business.

Customer Ref: IEM089

Our client who is an iconic luxury sports car manufacturer, is currently recruiting for the following role:

Job Purpose
Expert in either Rear Vision Systems and Exterior Mirrors or Window Regulators. The role exists to lead the Design and Development of mechanism system for various programmes. The primary role is to lead and be responsible for the full design specification and compatibility to all system attributes and performance targets. This will involve interaction and co-ordination of both supplier and internal departments to deliver the system within the quality, cost and timing constraints identified within the programme.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks
• Create and manage releases for owned systems
• Lead commodity strategy activities for owned system after provisional system selection achieved
• Manage component cost deck
• Create and manage Final Engineer Sign Off documents for the system
• Co-ordinate and lead programme specific failure mode prevention activities (e.g. Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis, Quality History Review, and Lessons Learnt Feedback).
• Manage virtual series through complete process (e.g. Grey to White)
• Manage physical build concerns from after point of containment to resolution (e.g. yellow to white)
• Lead cross functional design reviews for your system on a programme
• Lead assembly reviews with manufacturing Engineering to ensure build compatibility
• Provide surface compatibility feedback for owned systems to concept team
• Lead complex and chronic route cause analysis activities relating to owned systems.
• Work with suppliers to achieve manufacturing feasibility for owned systems
• Lead design of system to achieve functional performance targets including mass
• Create high quality cost packs for system to ensure Piece Cost Estimation, purchasing and supplier have clear understanding of what to quote / estimate.
• Working with development team lead design of bucks / rigs to support Failure Mode Avoidance activities
• Create and manage interface matrix for owned systems to ensure cross functional interactions are confirmed in a timely manner.
• Create and manage application specific location strategy for owned systems.
• Provide coaching and assistance to Engineers within the Body Mechanisms team

Qualifications and Experience
• Engineering degree (or equivalent)
• Experience in the design and integration of automotive Body mechanisms
• Extensive experience gained within automotive industry (or similar), preferably with a broad range of experience, particularly within either Mirror Systems or Window Regulator design and delivery.
• Experience of working in high pressure pre-production and launch situations
• Proficient in the use of Tce VisMockup, Microsoft Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• Knowledge and experience of Failure Mode Avoidance technique
• Knowledge of NX an advantage
• The ideal candidate will be a focused, highly motivated, results orientated individual who works well under pressure and can work to a given deadline.
• The ideal candidate must be enthusiastic and passionate about the client's products.
• Full driving licence

Location: Gaydon

Due to the significant growth our client has experienced in recent years it now benefits from being a true multi-site organisation, and as such this role could be based at a number of sites, including Warwickshire, Wellesbourne and Milton Keynes

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment Agency.

Customer Ref: SSD120

Our client who is an iconic luxury sports car manufacturer, is currently recruiting for the following role:

Job Purpose
Liaise with internal and external customers to ensure the delivery of sheet metal parts

Key Responsibilities and Tasks
• Support high level commodity timing & costs at start of programme to inform programme definition.
• Work with suppliers & purchasing to refine timing & costs at part level.
• Ensure part feasibility & DFM requirements are met.
• Ensure detailed design and ETRS support VPP.
• Monitor activities following Tooling or Part release to ensure on-time delivery.
• Support NMQ through quality maturation.
• Collate cost & timing of issues captured throughout launch as lessons learned.
• Investigate new technology or process and identify to the Innovations Team.
• Support Platform Engineers to develop PMXU at Platform start based on Concept design.

Qualifications and Experience
• Degree or equivalent in Automotive Body Engineering or related subject.
• Experience of sheet metal materials, process and manufacturing methods.
• Experience of BIW components, assemblies, manufacturing and validation.
• Project planning and monitoring
• Able to communicate across the range of the business with both internal and external partners.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Experience in the use of Teamcentre and associated programmes.
• Experience with NX or similar CAD software
• Self-motivated, with drive to move projects towards completion.
• Willing and able to work and collaborate within a team environment.
• Driven to succeed and meet both personal and company objectives

Location: Gaydon

Due to the significant growth our client has experienced in recent years it now benefits from being a true multi-site organisation, and as such this role could be based at a number of sites, including Warwickshire, Wellesbourne and Milton Keynes

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment Agency.

Customer Ref: 35313

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role:

Division:
Business Office.

Position Description:
The client's New Model Programmes organisation has responsibility for leading all launch activities through co-ordination of all Business Functions with the objective of achieving flawless Product Launches, on time, to cost, achieving quality targets and delivering to the highest levels of customer satisfaction. This requires interaction & co-ordination of Manufacturing, Product Development, Purchasing, Suppliers and the Marketing, Sales & Service activities.

The Pilot Operations team which forms a major part of the New Model Programme organisation are the lead for the build of all physical pre-production, verification units within the client. The principle objectives of the verification build are to confirm the Bill of Design, the Bill of Process, to support the generation of AIMS and supply the vehicles to internal customers to complete their activity, ensuring that the VP exit criteria are met. Ultimately, effectiveness is measured by reduction of production losses during the pre-production build phases in the manufacturing plant and the achievement of the ramp up plan, and the achievement of the main quality metrics, RFT, FTT and warranty.

Skills Required:
The successful candidate should have the capability to drive and motivate the team to achieve results and continually implement process improvements. They should be determined to achieve deadlines and be pro-active in anticipating and preventing any build stopping issues. They will also need to ensure that the quality of the product is not compromised by the ability to achieve the timing plan.

Experience Required:
The key points are;
- Engineering level experience of building vehicles and understanding of the functional systems therein. May have strengths in particular areas of vehicle systems.
- Analytical skills to define problem states comprehensively. Able to communicate this effectively to others; verbal & written.
- Leadership skills to be able to independently lead an activity, decision making, metric tracking & reporting, driving problem resolution and influence the team to deliver necessary results for quality and delivery metrics.

Additional Information:
Initial contract - 6 months, potential for renewal thereafter.

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment business.

Customer Ref: 35720

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role:



Division:
Special Vehicle Operations



Position Description:

- (SVO)
Special Vehicle Operations (SVO) Division operates as a 'business within the business', set up with a nimble/commercially
minded outlook to leverage the increasing desire of our customers to personalise their vehicles.

Programme Planner / Programme Lead


Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Have demonstrable ability to lead the resolution of multiple complex technical issues within a team environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, self-confidence, and a passion for the product.

- Lead a cross functional team of peers, chair weekly programme steering team (PST) meetings and present in senior forums when required.
- Gateway & Deliverables management.

- Programme Direction Letter Authorship.

- Future Model Year Timing Plan Creation & Management.

- Identify long lead commodities to identify potential risks with the plan and identify sourcing priorities.

- Work with Lead Engineers and Suppliers to understand commodity lead times to ensure that parts and associated software are delivered in time to support project timescales.

- Develop and maintain vehicle specific BoM, Facilitate SVO Change through Core FCIM team participation.

- Work with Design & MS&S in development of robust product proposals and associated business cases

- Work within the project management framework to enable functions to deliver on time and to budget.

- Manage prototype and pre-production planning / scheduling meetings.
- Must be able to deliver with minimal supervision and take a methodical approach to managing own workload.

- Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time



Key strategy elements include :-

- Push the boundaries of the Brands to create high premium Niche 'Halo' Performance & Luxury vehicles.
- Develop a range of Option Packs to enhance the Sporting and Lifestyle attributes of our vehicle range
- Enhance premium customer experience through vehicle personalisation and exclusivity

- Design and develop profitable range of vehicle accessories




3 Key Skills:

1) Good level of Project / Programme Management Experience


2) Educated to degree level


3) Full UK Driving Licence



Experience Required:
- Educated to degree level with a high level of computer literacy and have excellent knowledge of the product life cycle, product design and delivery processes.
-
2 years project / programme management experience.

- Hold a full UK driving license
- willingness to travel when required is essential.



Experience Preferred:

- Project management
- Qualifications (APMP or Prince2)
-
Previous Automotive programme manangement experience
-
Engineering related degree
-
Knowledge of AIMs/WERS/WIPS systems

- Understanding of PDCS gateway framework
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Demonstrable knowledge of - and previous experience of working with - Product Development, Design, Marketing Sales & Service, Manufacturing Engineering, Production Operations and Supply / STA would be highly beneficial.





Additional Information :
Job Role will be based at Fen End site and may require travel between other JLR sites in the West Midlands.

The services advertised by Premea Limited for this vacancy are those of an Employment business.