Principal Engineer - EDS

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Description
Gordon Murray Automotive is a UK-based global luxury brand dedicated to creating and manufacturing the world\’s greatest driving cars. These ultra-exclusive cars are engineered and designed without compromise to provide unrivalled driving experiences and driver-centric connection.

Department: Electrical Ops & Programmes

Location: Warwick

The Principal Engineer – EDS role is a key part of the Electrical Function group with responsibility for the design and engineering sign off for the harness systems and electrical CAD on Gordon Murray Automotive vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering leadership for the design, development and production release of high and low voltage wiring, power distribution and fusing systems for current and future vehicles.
• Manage the process for efficient component packaging and harness routing.
• Lead the harness architecture design, creation of specifications, schematics, harness drawings, FMEA, engineering reports and sign-off documentation.
• Liaise with system owners to ensure the functional requirements of the electrical systems are catered for in the design of the electrical distribution system.
• Lead the EDS supplier nomination process and prepare/approve EDS sections of all relevant documentation used during the RFQ process.
• Undertake or delegate and review the approval of component data sheets and schematics in conjunction with other function groups, our technical partners and Tier 1 suppliers.
• Supervision and guidance to ensure that wiring and electrical hardware are correctly located and packaged in accordance with installation, environmental and EMC requirements.
• Manage the electrical CAD activity to deliver prototype and production releases for all electrical parts, harnesses and related brackets.
• Represent the EDS activity at all levels of the business. Owning fault identification and resolution including management of all EDS issues to closure.
• Participation in all system review, verification & validation activities.
• In conjunction with the Chief Engineer, support the resourcing of the EDS team to the levels agreed with the senior management team.
• Career development planning for permanent members of staff, and peak-trough workload management for outsourced resources.
• Tier 1 supplier management and co-ordination including support for Procurement, Driving delivery timing, Logistics and Quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provision of support and training to Manufacturing and Service departments.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proven track record of leadership and delivery of EDS systems at Principal Engineer level (or Senior Engineer plus significant experience) in the automotive or aeronautics industry.
• Wide-ranging in-depth expert understanding of electrical distribution systems, wiring/fusing systems and electrical packaging.
• Knowledge of harness design toolchains such as electrical workbench extension of CATIA, Capital Harness by Mentor Graphics, VeSys by Siemens or other similar harness design packages.
• Experience in design for good electrical and EMC performance.
• Knowledge of hybrid/BEV electrical vehicle architectures and wiring systems would be advantageous.
• Experience of system/component delivery within an APQP, six sigma or similar framework (FMEA, quality planning, PPAP etc).
• Articulate, self-motivated, inspiring individual who can work well under pressure. Demonstrates resilience and fosters good working relationships at all levels of the organisation.
• Possession of an Electronics, Control Systems, Automotive or similar honours engineering degree. Other recognised engineering qualifications combined with relevant significant experience will be considered.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• No visa or other restrictions for working in the UK or travelling in the European Union.
• This job description may not detail some less major duties, nor cover duties of a similar nature commensurate with the role which may be reasonably required by the Management Team.

Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary
• Private Medical Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Holiday Loyalty Bonus Scheme
• Enhanced Personal Pension Plan
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Car Lease Scheme
• Parking Onsite

Gordon Murray Group is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application.

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Automotive

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