Lead Engineer – Vehicle Structures

Job Details

• Location: Gaydon
• Salary: £33.99 per hour
• Type: Contract
• Work Model: Hybrid
• Contact: Rachel Meacham – [contact hidden]

What You Will Do

• Lead the design and development of body structures, including subframes, structural trays, braces, and other key components, from concept to production.
• Ensure components meet performance targets such as durability, stiffness, weight, cost, and safety, while adhering to engineering standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and compatibility of structures within vehicle systems.
• Manage design progression, issue resolution, and tooling releases in line with programme milestones.
• Deliver engineering sign-off through comprehensive Design Verification Plans (DVP) and CAE reports.
• Support the development of FMEAs, standards, and Bills of Design to uphold engineering quality and prevent recurrence of issues.

What You Will Bring

• Proven expertise in body structures design and engineering, with experience in both steel and aluminium.
• A strong track record of delivering projects that meet performance targets and programme timelines.
• Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and a solid understanding of engineering quality processes.
• Exceptional project management skills, with the ability to multitask and drive results in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for innovation within the automotive industry and a commitment to delivering excellence.

Additional Information

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