Job Title: Senior Design Engineer
Job Type: Contract
Salary/Rate: Up to £40/hr (Inside IR35)
Location: Leicestershire
Duration: 12 months minimum contract, potential to roll

Our global motorcycle manufacturing client is urgently looking to fill the following role:

Role context and purpose:
As a Senior Design Engineer you will be part of the global technical organisation, working as a key player in the Chassis team.
Working with the wider Chassis and across multiple cross functional teams, you will be responsible for the specification, design and development of components, assemblies and systems that contribute to world class leading motorcycles. Collaborating with both in-house manufacturing teams and external suppliers, you will own the design process, working flexibly with Industrial Design, Product Strategy and Sourcing teams, whilst ensuring conformity to regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities:
Your key responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
- Design systems and components for new and updated chassis projects, considering function, cost, manufacturing, assembly and quality.
- Produce 3D CAD models using Creo to the required standard.
- Produce 2D engineering drawings to the required standard.
- Follow and maintain design, operational and quality procedures.
- Produce supporting documentation for designs, as required.
- Design components and systems to comply with regulatory requirements and to internal test procedures.
- Have a good understanding of the application of some regulatory requirements for motorcycles.
- Liaise with internal functional stakeholders to ensure alignment of expectations and needs.
- Liaise with external suppliers to ensure design for manufacture feedback is incorporated.
- Manage time and workload effectively.
- Create and manage timing plans for own areas of responsibility.
- Work with CAD Designers allocated to help with creating CAD models.
- Support testing department with the testing of components and motorcycles.
- Provide engineering guidance to other team members.

Qualifications:
- Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a relevant Engineering discipline. Minimum 2:1 degree required.

Experience:
- Demonstrable experience in engineering design of components and subassemblies.
- Good knowledge of manufacturing processes.
- Proficient in 3D CAD, preferably Creo.
- Experience of creating and releasing 2D technical drawings.
- Understanding of geometric tolerances on 2D drawings.
- Good understanding of motorcycle chassis layout and construction.
- Practical experience of vehicle maintenance and preparation is advantageous.
- Experience in designing to regulatory requirements as applied to motorcycles.

Success Metrics for the Role:
As a Senior Design Engineer, you will be measured on ‘on time, in full’ delivery of various goals and performance indicators. Overall success of your role will depend on the following measures but not limited to:
- CAD models, design reviews and drawings presented and released in line with project plans.
- Quality of CAD modelling, drawings and application of CAE tools.
- Quality and robustness of design solution proposals and supporting work.
- Quality of collaboration and communications with internal departments and external suppliers.

Key Attributes:
- Able to demonstrate good time management and a degree of autonomy.
- Good communicator, clear and concise, ability to communicate at all levels.
- Able to mentor junior members of the team.
- Flexible, ability to travel to other work locations including overseas as and when required.

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

Our global motorcycle manufacturing client is urgently looking to fill the following role:

Role context and purpose:
Our Motorcycle client is looking for a talented Project Engineer to be part of the wider Genuine Motorcycle Accessories Design Team, taking the lead on specific projects and components, helping to shape the future of the product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have experience in defining major components, assemblies and systems from concept to production, ensuring fulfilment of product attributes and requirements against targets. Candidates should be able to apply and propagate design and development experience throughout the projects and manage the workload and technical development of a small group of engineers, assisting the Design Team Leader in effectively managing the team.

Key responsibilities:
- Manage key aspects of new model development product range.
- Ownership and coordination of product development and testing activities to support both
- Support and mentor a small team (1-3 people) of Design Engineers across two global locations
- Ensuring that drawings are checked for accordance to client standards as well as ASME Y14.5-2009 prior to their release.
- Plan and oversee the timely delivery of many product subassemblies or systems within the requirements of the company's New Product Introduction (NPI) system.
- Design systems and components for new and updated motorcycle projects, considering function, cost, manufacture, assembly and quality.
- Produce good quality 3D CAD models using Creo.
- Produce good quality 2D engineering drawings to a high standard in accordance with ASME Y14.5 - 2009, including GD&T
- Follow and help maintain design, operational and quality procedures.
- Produce supporting documentation for designs, as required and defined, such as tolerance stacks, bolted joint calculations, tooling access and DFM considerations.
- Liaise with internal departments such as, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Quality and Assembly, as well as externally to the GMA team such as: Chassis Teams, Chassis Development, CAE and Test Teams
- Liaise with external international suppliers, to ensure all designs are inline with target costs as well as supplier capabilities.
- Manage time and workload effectively.
- Represent the design team or PD department in interdepartmental meetings in the absence of the Design Team Leader.
- May manage the delivery of a product range for launch with new models or derivative motorcycles.
- Assist in drafting & updating design and development procedures.

Success Metrics:
You will be measured on OTIF delivery on various goals and performance indicators. These will depend on the focus area for the year. Overall success of your role will depend on the following measures but not limited to project relationships and gateway deliverables.
- Demonstrates good time management and excellent knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
- Strong technical leadership and coaching skills.
- Ability to manage the technical requirements of multiple accessory projects simultaneously.

Scope & Impact:
You will have a contributing role in the specification, design and development of a range of new motorcycle accessories. You will have personal responsibility for components, assemblies and systems, as well as their interaction with chassis and engine teams. Initially, you will assist the design team lead and lead engineers by supporting and mentoring the junior engineers in the team, with further scope to directly manage a team of 1-2 engineers on a new motorcycle project.

Skills / Experience Required:
Educational qualifications:
- Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline. Minimum of 2:1 required.
- Proficient in 3D CAD, preferably Pro-engineer / Creo.
Experience Level:
- Past experience in engineering design of components and subassemblies.
- Good knowledge of manufacturing processes.
- Experience of creating and releasing 2D technical drawings to ASME Y14.5-2009
- Understanding of geometric tolerances on 2D drawings. to ASME Y14.5-2009
- Good understanding of motorcycle layout and construction.
- Practical experience of vehicle maintenance and preparation is advantageous.
- Some experience in designing to Regulatory requirements as applied to motorcycles.
Attributes:
- Should be able to demonstrate good time management and excellent knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
- Good understanding of the design requirements for mass production manufacturing
- Good technical comprehension of at least some areas of chassis layout, design & development.
- Past experience in analysis and optimisation of components and subassemblies preferred

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

Our global motorcycle manufacturing client is urgently looking to fill the following role:

Role context and purpose:
Our Motorcycle client is looking for a talented Engineer to join their Chassis team based at their state of the art UK Technology Centre. The role forms part of the wider Chassis team, taking the lead on specific projects and components, helping to shape the future of the product portfolio. The ideal candidate will have experience in defining major components, assemblies and systems from concept to production, ensuring fulfilment of product attributes and requirements against targets. Candidates should be able to apply and propagate design and development experience throughout the projects and manage the workload and technical development of a small group of engineers, assisting the Team Leader in effectively managing the team.

Key responsibilities:
Your key responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
- Manage key aspects of new model development such as ABS.
- Ownership and coordination of major vehicle development and testing activities.
- Manage a small team (1-3 people) of Design Engineers.
- Plan and oversee the delivery of many major chassis subassemblies or systems within the requirements of the company’s New Product Introduction (NPI) system.
- Design systems and components for new and updated chassis projects, considering function, cost, manufacture, assembly and quality.
- Produce good quality 3D CAD models using Pro-Engineer.
- Produce good quality 2D engineering drawings.
- Follow and help maintain design, operational and quality procedures.
- Produce supporting documentation for designs, as required.
- Liaise with internal departments such as, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Quality and Assembly.
- Liaise with external international suppliers.
- Manage time and workload effectively.
- Represent the design team or PD department in interdepartmental meetings in the absence of the team leader.
- May manage the delivery of a derivative motorcycle.
- Assist in drafting & updating design and development procedures.

Educational qualifications:
- Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline. Minimum of 2:1 required.
- Proficient in 3D CAD, preferably Pro-engineer / Creo.

Experience Level:
- Past experience in engineering design of components and subassemblies.
- Good knowledge of manufacturing processes.
- Experience of creating and releasing 2D technical drawings.
- Understanding of geometric tolerances on 2D drawings.
- Good understanding of motorcycle chassis layout and construction.
- Practical experience of vehicle maintenance and preparation is advantageous.
- Some experience in designing to Regulatory requirements as applied to motorcycles.

Attributes:
- Should be able to demonstrate good time management and excellent knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
- Good understanding of the design requirements for mass production manufacturing.
- Good technical comprehension of at least some areas of chassis layout, design & development.
- Past experience in analysis and optimisation of components and subassemblies preferred

Success Metrics for the Role:
You will be measured on OTIF delivery on various goals and performance indicators. These will depend on the focus area for the year. Overall success of your role will depend on the following measures but not limited to project relationships and gateway deliverables.

Key Attributes:
- Demonstrates good time management and excellent knowledge of engineering fundamentals.
- Strong technical leadership and coaching skills.
- Ability to manage the technical requirements of multiple chassis systems simultaneously.

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

Our global motorcycle manufacturing client is urgently looking to fill the following role:

Role context and purpose:
Our Motorcycle client is looking for a talented Lead Engineer to join their Chassis team based at their state of the art UK Technology Centre. As a Lead Engineer you will be a key part of the Chassis team, taking the lead on specific projects and components, helping to shape the future of the client product portfolio. You will work with the Chassis and wider cross functional teams, to deliver new models on time, on budget and to meet performance requirements. You will be responsible for the specification, design, development of components, assemblies and systems that contribute to class leading motorcycles.
Collaborating with both in-house manufacturing teams and external suppliers you will own the design process, working flexibly with Industrial Design, Product Strategy and Sourcing teams, whilst ensuring conformity to regulatory requirements. The candidate should be able to apply and propagate design and development experience throughout the projects and manage the workload and technical development of a small group of engineers, assisting the Team Leader in effectively managing the team.

Key responsibilities:
Your key responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
- Engineer systems and components for new and updated chassis projects, considering function, cost, manufacturing, assembly and quality, Including the management and development of key areas of the motorcycle.
- Produce 3D CAD models to a high standard.
- Produce 2D engineering drawings to a high standard.
- Produce supporting documentation, calculations, tol stacks etc. as required.
- Plan and oversee the delivery of many major chassis subassemblies or systems within the requirements of the company’s New Product Introduction (NPI) system.
- Follow and maintain design, operational and quality procedures and provide input where required.
- Assist in drafting & updating Chassis design and development procedures.
- Design components and systems to comply with regulatory requirements and client internal test procedures.
- Have an in-depth understanding of the application of regulatory requirements for the motorcycle industry.
- Liaise with internal functional stakeholders to ensure alignment of expectations and needs.
- Liaise with external suppliers to ensure design for manufacture feedback is incorporated.
- Manage time and workload effectively including that of any engineers reporting to you.
- Create and manage timing plans for your own and team’s areas of responsibility.
- Work with CAD Designers allocated to help with creating CAD models.
- Support testing department with the testing of components and motorcycles.
- Provide engineering guidance to other team members.
- Represent the design team in interdepartmental meetings in the absence of the manager or Team manager.
- May assist in the management and the delivery of a motorcycle project.

Educational qualifications:
- Qualified to degree level or equivalent in a relevant engineering discipline. Minimum of 2:1 required.

Experience Level:
- A demonstrable track record in engineering design of components and subassemblies.
- Several years experiences directly managing a small (1-3) team of engineers.
- Proficient in 3D CAD, preferably Creo.
- Proficient in creating and releasing 2D technical drawings.
- Good understanding of geometric tolerances on 2D drawings.
- Experienced in designing to a multitude of manufacturing process constraints
- Excellent knowledge of relevant manufacturing processes.
- Thorough understanding of motorcycle chassis layout and construction.
- Practical experience of vehicle maintenance and preparation is advantageous.
- Experience in designing to Regulatory requirements as applied to motorcycles.
- Some experience in virtual methods including analysis and optimisation of components and subassemblies is preferred.

Attributes:
- Strong technical leadership and coaching skills
- Ability to manage the technical requirements of multiple chassis systems simultaneously
- Able to demonstrate good time management
- Good communicator, clear and concise, ability to communicate at all levels.
- Able to mentor and manage more junior members of the team.
- Flexible, ability to travel to other work locations as and when required.

Success Metrics for the Role:
You will be measured on OTIF delivery on various goals and performance indicators. These will depend on the focus area for the year. Overall success of your role will depend on the following measures but not limited to:

- CAD models, design reviews and drawings presented and released in line with project plans.
- Quality of CAD modelling, drawings and application of CAE tools.
- Quality and robustness of design solution proposals and supporting work.
- Quality of collaboration and communications with internal departments and external suppliers
- Management of key project areas or junior members of staff.

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

Our global motorcycle manufacturing client is urgently looking to fill the following role:

Role context and purpose:
The role of Concept Engineer is tailored to a “creative engineer”. The aim is to use the product requirements, outlined by product strategy and concept engineering, to explore and define, using a variety of methods, a suitable product architecture and appropriate level of physical experience.

The Concept Engineering team operates within the Global product strategy team, liaising directly with the Industrial design, Product development, Sourcing and Manufacturing departments to generate new iconic products for the brand. The responsibility of the team is to generate, then evolve and present whole vehicle (and discrete components) concepts to a stage that can be carried to production by the Product development team.

Key responsibilities:
You will work with the other members of the Product Strategy and Concept team, along with designers from the Industrial Design team to generate and present new product concept ideas for, and to, senior management; allowing product planning to react quickly to develop robust product specifications prior to a project being released to an engineering design team to carry out detailed engineering work.

You will create these initial concept vehicle schemes based on your own creative engineering judgement, target data from benchmarking activities and ergonomic requirements. You will develop early styling underlay models based on target dimensions, (i.e. creation of zones defining boundaries for required seat height, reach , knee clearance, luggage fitment etc) working with Industrial Design to resolve any early conflicts between initial concept package requirements and potential Industrial Design theme.

Where deviation from current methodology or new concepts require validation, it is the responsibility of Concept Engineer to investigate and if required, carry out physical testing / analysis, then present the results to show confidence in the design.

Your responsibilities will also include, but are not limited to;
- Translating strategic and functional objectives into technical requirements,
- Developing and enhancement of existing methods and process,
- Establishing target BOM and investment prices for new vehicle programmes,
- Identify cost reduction opportunities and Technical benchmarking and analysis of competitive vehicles.

Goals:
- Kick start whole bike concepts to create a robust starting point for specification documents to be confirmed then design teams to carry out engineering concept.
- Improve the link between Product Planning and Design by improving the link between the product requirements and engineering feasibility.
- Improve the efficiency of the concept phase.
- Keep records of concept phase so concepts can always be re-visited

Roles:
- Accomplish Benchmark studies (including personally trying products)
- Work with other Product strategy team members to define product requirements
- Support the team with early guidance of concept feasibility and cost-effective product manufacturing and assembly recommendations.
- Work with sourcing to estimate costs for early design concepts in order to facilitate business case and feature/benefit decisions.
- Establish fundamental packaging issues, constraints and feasibilities
- Create fully laid out, structured CAD schemes
- Document how the concept has evolved in a manner that can be presented to various departments.
- Mule bike and styling bike design support
- Partnering with Product Marketing to explain product's technical attributes and their value to press and analysts
- Attending various shows and events to keep up to date on engineering trends and developments.
- Keep up to date on current manufacturing capabilities and limitations of vendors and plants.
- Recommend new materials and processes that may be used in creating unique and competitively advantaged product.

Deliverables:
- Input into KOD (kick off document) process
- Input into QFD phase of project (creating requirements based on testing)
- Input into PCO (Product concept outline document) to define what the product should be.
- Carry out Initial concept to create packaged CAD layout of complete bike
- Prove off concepts to an appropriate level (For example CAE/ hand calc / actual physical testing)
- Mule bike and styling bike design support
- Presentation of information at relevant gates.

Qualifications & Experience
You generate value with your ideas and solutions and demonstrate high quality standards for yourself and other people. You communicate openly, clearly, and coherently and are able to quickly establish a successful cooperation with others. You will be expected to work effectively within the team and be prepared to debate and input into various topics regarding the product.

As an individual you should have an unusual blend of creativity, a keen eye for aesthetic quality, and an understanding of the technical limitations. You should not be afraid to use your imagination and present your ideas. You should be ambitious and keen to learn and absorb the information around you.

There will be stretched timescales and compressed activities where you will be expected to manage and police key legislative requirements, product requirement targets and hard points. There is a need to keep abreast of technical developments within the motorcycle industry, with particular reference to the evolution of competitor products.

- Prior Motorcycle industry expereince essential.
- Education to Degree level or equivalent preferred.
- All design engineering disciplines will be considered if the candidate can demonstrate an appropriate level of expertise in similar component design.
- 2-5 years of engineering experience required.
- Highly skilled in CAD modelling ideally in Creo. Surfacing experience using other programmes would be a benefit.
- Experience in PLM system usage (particularly Windchill)
- Ability to be working on a wide variety of components at one time, balancing workload and prioritising to create the optimum output.
- Ability to create full detailed design drawings
- Great attention to detail
- Good understanding of mechanical design requirements for typical automotive applications
e.g. fastening systems, sealing solutions, manufacturing techniques.
- Desirable to have a motorcycle licence
- Ability to use own initiative when working under pressure
- Must be a team player and be able to work closely with multidisciplinary team members Flexibility and Adaptability are key
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Can do attitude. Should have initiative and confidence to “get stuck in” and get hands dirty.
- Ambitious and self-reliant.

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