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Location: Castle Bromwich
Contract: 12 months (Inside IR35)
Rate: A GBP 29 per hour PAYE / A GBP 38.27 per hour Umbrella
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Launch Project Engineer to play a key role in delivering flawless manufacturing launches across premium automotive programmes.
This position will be instrumental in the successful transition of a premium palletised facility from Ryton:on:Dunsmore to Castle Bromwich, ensuring new product programmes are delivered to cost, time, and quality.
The successful candidate will coordinate cross:functional teams, manage programme gateways, and ensure that customers experience the highest levels of quality from the very first build.
Key Responsibilities
As a Launch Project Engineer, Your Responsibilities Will Include
* Leading and coordinating cross:functional activities to deliver products into manufacturing.
* Managing programme launch gateways, ensuring timing, cost, and quality targets are met.
* Monitoring and reporting on programme status, risks, and issues using launch management systems.
* Supporting the development and delivery of manufacturing readiness plans.
* Driving problem:solving activities to secure robust launch outcomes (FTT, quality targets, budget adherence).
* Supporting the transition and commissioning of manufacturing facilities, processes, and tooling.
* Influencing and engaging stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, quality, and programme teams.
Essential Skills And Experience
* Experience in product launch and industrialisation within automotive or a related sector.
* Strong project management skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and deliver to tight deadlines.
* Effective communicator with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
* Confident presenter, able to report clearly and persuasively.
* Proficiency with launch management systems and processes.
* Understanding of process planning and manufacturing environments.
* Excellent IT skills (Excel, PowerPoint as a minimum).
* A degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related discipline would be ideal but is not essential.
Desirable Skills And Experience
* Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and structured gateway processes.
* Experience with structured problem:solving tools (8D, DMAIC, PPS, Ishikawa, Six Sigma).
* Previous involvement in facility transitions or new technology introductions.
If youre an experienced Launch Project Engineer looking for a contract role with competitive rates, this is an excellent opportunity to join a high:profile programme and make an immediate impact.
Please note, this role is deemed inside of IR35. The Umbrella Pay Rate offered is inclusive of the Assignment pay rate, holiday pay and Apex Recruitments contribution towards Employer Costs.
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