Role / Job Title
Exterior Lead Engineer
Work Location
Gaydon / Whitely, UK (Onsite)
Role Type
Contracting
Mode of Working
Office based
Desired Competencies (Technical / Behavioral Competency)
* Lead the design and development of bumper, grille, exterior finisher, and underfloor systems from concept to production.
* Significant experience in an automotive engineering environment, particularly in exterior systems development.
* Demonstrable experience working on bumpers, grilles, exterior finishers (e.g., trim, appliques), and underfloor shields.
* Proven ability to lead projects or technical work streams.
Technical Expertise
* Proficiency in automotive CAD software (CATIA V6, 3DX).
* Strong understanding of plastic injection molding, tooling, and manufacturing processes for exterior components.
* Familiarity with automotive quality standards, material selection, and regulatory requirements.
* Knowledge of aerodynamic principles, pedestrian safety regulations, and their impact on exterior design.
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
Good-to-Have
* A good working knowledge of product creation & delivery, change control, product definition, and change management processes.
* Able to use structured problem-solving tools and techniques to resolve technical and quality issues.
* Experience of component verification methods, through component, system, and vehicle level test methods.
* Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
* Good communication and collaboration skills.
* Demonstrable experience managing and influencing key stakeholders.
* Experience with project management / agile methodologies.
Responsibilities / Expectations from the Role
* Deliver the commodity plan to quality, cost, and time, including maintaining the Worldwide Engineering Release System (WERS) and / or iCreate.
* Own and deliver the Engineering Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) deliverables.
* Manage Change Request, expenditure forecasting, and the relevant supplier teams in support of delivery of the programme milestones.
* Manage vehicle test plans, including detailed planning of test and development stages through to sign off and support Engineering test teams with rectification of issues.
* Resolve issues with component engineering and vehicle attribute teams to develop designs that meet targets.
* Ensure all appropriate design and launch standards are met throughout design maturation.
* Provide input into new feature development.
* Ensure all programme design solutions meet programme targets cost and weight.
* Legal regulations and Requirements Management & Design Verification documentation.
* Crafted Quality and World Class Product Audit (WCPA) requirements.
* Keep all project / programme documentation up to date, including Meeting minutes, Foundation and Programme Design analysis documents, Quality history and bill of design.
* Regulatory requirements & company standards.
* Undertake any other work as directed by the line manager in connection with the job as may be requested from time to time.
About Client
A major automotive OEM is harnessing technology to make driving smarter, safer, and cleaner and create a world in which responsible, sustainable vehicles revolutionize the driving experience for generations.
The OEM's vision is to leverage the incredible potential of technology to build vehicles that not only offer a premium, all-encompassing digital experience but also make customers' lives better.
UK-based Automotive OEM involved in mid and luxury segment cars and SUV design and manufacturing.
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