The Company:Our Client is a world leading Automotive OEM which is responsible for some of the most iconic 4x4's & Sports Cars produced. Due to the huge demand for current models and substantial investment in future projects there is a requirement for more resources across the business in engineering & manufacturing on a contract basis.
The Role:The role involves working as part of a small team that review and benchmark all outsource component test activities to ensure Value For Money. The role involves the following:
- Conduct complete analysis of component test activities i.e quantities, cost
- Lead / support engineering discussions on component testing requirements
- Lead / support discussions with internal facility managers / team to ensure internal facilities are fully utilised
- Lead / support cost discussions with JLR test sites and JLR component suppliers
- Lead / support strategic discussions regarding component test requirements
- Deliver all required administration, task management and planning.
- You may be required to travel within and outside of the UK
Additional Information :
40 Hours finishing no earlier than 3.30pm on Fridays
Essential Skills / Qualifications:- A comprehensive knowledge of Automotive Engineering & Component Rig Testing activities
- Good analytic / numerical skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility, self-motivated and a passion for the role
- An intermediate knowledge level in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
- Able to deliver excellent results whilst meeting tight deadlines
- A team player. Totally flexible, committed and motivated to deliver in all circumstances especially within a small team environment.
- Experience of a Component Rig Test Environment is a MUST with a full understanding of functional, performance, climatic, reliability and compliance testing (this would have ideally come from working for a recognised test organisation or previous component engineer roles within the supply chain)
- Minimum of 5 years experience within a Test environment, ideally exposure within the Automotive Industry.
- Good understanding of Automotive components from areas such as Body/Chassi
Desirable Skills / Qualifications:- Project management skills
- Good Presentation Skills
- Good organisational & prioritisation skills
- Negotiation Skills
- A clean full driving license
- Experience of Supplier management & negotiation is desirable
- Automotive Industry experience, preferably within JLR
- Experience of JLR systems and processes
