Customer Ref: 39284

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

Refinement Engineer Automotive - £24/hr (Inside IR35) - Hybrid / Midlands

Division:
Vehicle Engineering

Position Description:
The NVH Attributes Refinement Team is responsible for strategy, methods, targets, testing, detection and resolution, specifically for the attributes of Squeak & Rattle and Water and Air Ingress across the full vehicle, systems and components. Operating from the very early phase of a vehicle programme, working cross functionally throughout design, development, manufacturing, launch and during the customer experience.
This role will aim to enhance the customer experience through the design, development, measurement and balance of customer attributes for the client's vehicles. Working on problem resolutions for Vehicle Line activities in all aspects of engineering from the resolution of engineering issues, monitoring quality systems, through to design improvements and model year updates. The aim will be to achieve targets in all areas. Ultimately, the role will contribute to the delivery of Quality targets for each vehicle line

Skills Required:
- Previous experience of problem solving tools e.g. Root Cause Analysis, 8 Disciplines of problem solving,
- Design of Experiments and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) in Design/Manufacturing
- Previous experience of Vehicle Launch or Plant Vehicle operations Production Management including experience of delivery of problem resolutions in Manufacturing & Service.
- Excellent Analytical Skills and enthusiastic, an individual able to deliver results under pressure

Experience Required:
- To be able to be part of a team to meet tight deadlines in a Programme / launch environment.
- A proactive and personable nature to engage with cross functional areas.
- A working experience of CAD or Digi-buck.
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Ability to interface and communicate confidently at all levels
- Well organised and diligent
- A basic of knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills providing the ability to represent the team at senior meetings
- A full UK driving licence

Experience Preferred:
- Microsoft package elements Power Point and Excel
- Knowledge of whole vehicle engineering knowledge and cross functional experience
- Knowledge of Quality Operating Standards in Manufacturing
- Natural ability to identify improvement opportunities & `hands-on' practical skills
- Drive and motivation to achieve goals of team and self with minimal supervision
- Active experience of working to Agile methodologies (JIRA)
- Experience of working with the following company toolsets; Tableau, AIMs, IQM, Flags
- An understanding of Product Creation Development System, requirements management and design verification is advantageous but not essential.
- A working knowledge of Trim & Final, BIW, sealing systems and an understanding of JLR manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of material compatibility and joining technologies.
- Experience and working knowledge of Health and Safety Audits and ergonomics including risk assessments
- Ability to deliver presentations to work groups and senior management

Education Required:
Person Profile:
- An individual, who works independently, is results driven, demonstrating tenacity, drive and perseverance with the ability to deliver operational plans in a complex, highly demanding environment.
- An individual with the capability to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with medium term planning
- Resilient and enthusiastic who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs
- An individual with the ability to prioritise their work load
- A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas
- A effective team player, actively develops and supports team members

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

Customer Ref: 39285

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

Senior Refinement Engineer - £28/hr (Inside IR35) - Hybrid & Midlands

Division:
Vehicle Engineering

Position Description:
The NVH Attributes Refinement Team is responsible for strategy, methods, targets, testing, detection and resolution, specifically for the attributes of Squeak & Rattle and Water and Air Ingress across the full vehicle, systems and components. Operating from the very early phase of a vehicle programme, working cross functionally throughout design, development, manufacturing, launch and during the customer experience.
This role will aim to enhance the customer experience through the design, development, measurement and balance of customer attributes for the client's vehicles. Working on problem resolutions for Vehicle Line activities in all aspects of engineering from the resolution of engineering issues, monitoring quality systems, through to design improvements and model year updates. The aim will be to achieve targets in all areas. Ultimately, the role will contribute to the delivery of Quality targets for each vehicle line

Skills Required:
- Previous experience of problem solving tools e.g. Root Cause Analysis, 8 Disciplines of problem solving,
- Design of Experiments and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) in Design/Manufacturing
- Previous experience of Vehicle Launch or Plant Vehicle operations Production Management including experience of delivery of problem resolutions in Manufacturing & Service.
- Experience of cross functional co-ordination capability in Engineering, Manufacturing, Service and Quality
- Familiar with Define Measure Analyse Implement Control Replicate processes

Experience Required:
- To be able to be part of a team to meet tight deadlines in a Programme / launch environment.
- Knowledge of Quality Operating Systems procedures & deliverables
- A proactive and personable nature to engage with cross functional areas.
- A working experience of CAD or Digi-buck.
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred
- Ability to interface and communicate confidently at all levels
- Well organised and diligent
- A basic of knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills providing the ability to represent the team at senior meetings
- Excellent Analytical Skills and enthusiastic, an individual able to deliver results under pressure
- A full UK driving licence

Experience Preferred:
- Microsoft package elements Power Point and Excel
- Knowledge of whole vehicle engineering knowledge and cross functional experience
- Knowledge of Quality Operating Standards in Manufacturing
- Natural ability to identify improvement opportunities & `hands-on? practical skills
- Drive and motivation to achieve goals of team and self with minimal supervision
- Active experience of working to Agile methodologies (JIRA)
- Experience of working with the following company toolsets; Tableau, AIMs, IQM, Flags
- An understanding of Product Creation Development System, requirements management and design verification is advantageous but not essential.
- A working knowledge of Trim & Final, BIW, sealing systems and an understanding of JLR manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of material compatibility and joining technologies.
- Experience and working knowledge of Health and Safety Audits and ergonomics including risk assessments
- Ability to deliver presentations to work groups and senior management

Education Required:
Person Profile:
- An individual, who works independently, is results driven, demonstrating tenacity, drive and perseverance with the ability to deliver operational plans in a complex, highly demanding environment.
- An individual with the capability to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with medium term planning
- Resilient and enthusiastic who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs
- An individual with the ability to prioritise their work load
- A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas
- A effective team player, actively develops and supports team members

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

Our client who is a Tier 1 supplier within the Automotive and Motorsport sector, is currently recruiting for the following role:

Automotive Durability CAE Engineer - Up to £35/hr (Inside IR35) - Warwickshire - 6 Months (potential to extend)

Position Description:
As an Automotive Durability CAE Engineer, you will play a pivotal role the delivery of customer vehicle performance. You will be responsible for using advanced CAE tools and techniques to simulate and analyse the performance of various vehicle components and systems under real-world operating conditions. Your insights and recommendations will directly influence the design and development of vehicle components and systems with regards to attribute performance and quality.

Key Responsibilities:
You will perform finite element analysis (FEA) to assess the structural and mechanical integrity of vehicle components, assemblies, and systems.
- Stress and Strain Analysis: Analyse stress and strain distributions in components to identify potential failure points and optimize designs accordingly.
- Vibration Analysis: Conduct vibration analysis to assess the response of vehicle structures to various road and operating conditions.
- Documentation and Reporting: Prepare comprehensive PowerPoint reports and documentation of CAE analyses, results, and recommendations for design changes.
- Run and interrogate models and provide design direction to the senior Design Team
- Be able to use hand calculation to size structures and provide quick guidance
- Assemble pragmatic CAE models with rapid turnaround for design development

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
- Experienced in CAE softwares: Nastran / Optistruct, Genesis (NVH and Durability), Ansa as a pre-processor ideally
- Experience and knowledge of working within the Automotive industry
- Knowledge of composites would be useful, but not essential
- Knowledge of Ansa is very desirable

Additional Information:
This role is on a contract basis and is Inside IR35.

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

Customer Ref: 39177

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

Division:
Manufacturing Engineering

Position Description:
Project Engineer, Manufacturing Research and Technology Development (MRTD) - Identification, leadership and delivery of technology projects as directed by the Lead (MRTD) Engineer, ensuring that all project requirements are achieved and are within time and budget constraints. Projects will often be delivered with support from external agencies such as Universities and Research & Technology organisations as well as internal resources such as Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering (PTME) process engineers, and Powertrain research.

Skills Required:
- Worked within a process engineering role within an automotive machining or assembly business, ideally powertrain or similar components.
- Will be comfortable in an environment where knowledge is not always available and must be developed in a timely and cost effective fashion.
- Candidate must have a record of proactive delivery and commitment to meeting deadlines including previous projects and budgetary management experience

Experience Required:
- Ability to lead groups both within and external to client and to work as part of a team is essential, as is the ability to achieve results by meeting deliverables and commitments.
- Ability to communicate at all levels via written reports or presentations will be required.
- Educated to Masters Degree level in an Engineering, science or maths based discipline. Other qualifications will be considered if relevant knowledge and experience can be demonstrated to a high level.
- Good knowledge of MS Office Applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Project).
- Valid UK driving licence or other suitable arrangements for personal business travel.
- Willingness and ability to travel both domestically and internationally.

Experience Preferred:
- Can demonstrate experience in the Project Management of the technology projects from inception to final hand-over
- Powertrain knowledge preferred, particularly in the field of electric vehicles (EDU, Battery etc.)
- Experience of working on research projects
- Experience of government funded collaborative projects would be an advantage.
- Membership of a recognised professional body would be an advantage.

Education Required:
Responsibilities include:
- Work within cross functional teams to deliver MRTD projects, ensuring that all new technology opportunities are robustly evaluated at key stages during the technology management process.
- Identification and delivery of technology projects as directed by the Lead MRTD Engineer or PTME Off Cycle Manager, ensuring that all project objectives are achieved within time and budget constraints. Projects will often be delivered with support from external agencies such as Universities and Research & Technology organisations as well as internal resources such as PTME process engineers, and Powertrain research.
- Assist the Lead MRTD Engineers to contribute to the creation of Technology strategy and Business plans, including the development and status of Technology roadmaps
Provide the primary new technology interface for Product Development, and external research and academic organisations.
- Liaise with Academic, Research and Technology organizations in order to gather information on potential new technologies for evaluation and to create and maintain business partnerships where appropriate.
- Identify and liaise with equipment suppliers who may have relevant technology solutions for PTME to evaluate.
- Provide support to the Production Engineering teams and other Engineering Specialists to provide effective handover of technologies during the appropriate phase of Technology Creation and Delivery System (TCDS).
- Contribution to the definition of departmental and functional standards and protocols.
- Development and creation of new or modified Bills of Process to best capture project learning and new methods
- Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested

Additional Information:
This role is on a contract basis and is Inside IR35

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

Customer Ref: 39144



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