At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the testing and development of innovative cockpit systems and components.
- Company: Join a leading automotive company known for its commitment to excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- Why this job: Be at the forefront of automotive technology and make a real impact on future designs.
- Qualifications: Degree in engineering or equivalent experience, with strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 28.43 - 28.43 £ per hour.
The purpose of this role is to coordinate the development, testing and verification of new systems and components or commodities into the Cockpit system. The role requires the individual to use the company systems to set up and manage the test plan progression through to sign-off.
Key Performance Indicators
- To successfully deliver final engineering sign-off of new cockpit content to programme gateway timing
- To set up, monitor, track and report out development progression
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Checking all appropriate company standards are met throughout design maturation
- Setting up the test and development plan for several new cockpit programmes
- Managing RMDV (company management tracking system) deck for respective programmes, setting and cascading targets to relevant areas.
- New system on XRAY & TRM in process of being rolled out.
- Following a detailed test timing plan.
- Creating and updating Bill of Materials for test parts
- Obtaining quotes from suppliers and test houses to complete plan and liaising with value for money team to gain approval.
- Preparing parts for testing, evaluating results, resolving any problems arising, writing reports and filing back to RMDV.
- Liaising with the responsible supplier teams to ensure test plan is on track.
- Daily interface/programme communication will be to the Cockpit Module Leader.
- Keep all Module documentation up to date including meeting minutes.
- Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested.
Key Interactions
- Programme teams
- Core team
- Supplier teams
- Test facility/workshop teams
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential:
- Previous experience of resolution of business, technical and process issues within a Project Team environment
- Degree qualified or equivalent experience preferred
- A good understanding of the Digi buck and Design Verification processes are required
- An understanding of Engineering Standards and Test Procedures
Desirable:
- Previous experience within engineering or programme planning departments
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with strong influencing and engagement skills
- A good working knowledge of product creation & delivery, change control, product definition and change management processes
Personal Profile
Essential:
- Demonstrates our Creators' Code behaviours of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth and Impact.
- Continually working hard to deliver a modern luxury experience to earn and keep our customers’ trust and loyalty.
- Embracing differences, being empathetic, welcoming challenges together empowering each other to deliver.
- Building trust by speaking openly and honestly, listening attentively, and treating others respectfully.
- Taking initiative and using failure as an opportunity to learn.
- We develop by giving + seeking honest feedback.
- Making a difference through our results.
- We innovate and never lose sight of what we want to achieve.
- 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
- A resilient and enthusiastic who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs
- A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas
- An effective team player, actively develops and supports team members
Desirable:
- An individual with the ability to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style
Additional Information
THIS POSITION IS CONFIRMED INSIDE IR35. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK need apply. The company does not provide sponsorship for visas. No terminology within this advert is intended to unlawfully discriminate on the grounds of age, sex, race or disability and we welcome all applications.
Cockpit Test & Development Lead Engineer - J37435826 employer: Caresoft Global Limited
As a Mechatronics Engineer at our Gaydon location, you will be part of a dynamic team that fosters innovation and collaboration in the automotive industry. We offer competitive rates, a supportive work culture that encourages professional growth, and opportunities to engage with cutting-edge technologies. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible contract arrangement until March 2027.