Key Requirements
* 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.
Preferred Qualifications
* Good working knowledge of product creation & delivery, change control, product definition and change management processes.
* Ability to use structured problem‑solving tools and techniques to resolve technical and quality issues.
* Experience with 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
* 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.
* Ensure all programme design solutions meet programme targets cost and weight.
* Ensure all legal regulations and Requirements Management & Design Verification documentation are satisfied.
* Ensure crafted Quality and World Class Product Audit (WCPA) requirements are met.
* Keep all project/programme documentation up to date including: foundation and programme design analysis documents; quality history and bill of design; regulatory requirements & company standards.
* Undertake any other work as directed by line manager in connection with job as may be requested from time to time.
Contact
Office: 02033759240
Email: psharma@vallumassociates.com
Seniority level
* Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Automation Machinery Manufacturing
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