Singer UK - Head of Electrical Engineering
Since 2009, our focus has been the pursuit of a meticulously restored and reimagined air-cooled Porsche 911. Our lofty objective to distil, enhance and recombine the strands of greatness that have long marked the Porsche 911 as iconic.
Today, the cars we restore to bespoke commission for our global clientele appear in the world's most prestigious global automotive shows and publications.
The Company
Singer Vehicle Design was formed in 2009 to explore the creative possibilities within the vibrant world of the classic automobile. We are dedicated to the passionate study, preservation and optimisation of the world's most respected high-performance vehicles.
There are no shortcuts to achieve this. Every detail is considered and finessed. The highest standards of execution and finish reflect our company's quest for excellence in all areas.
Our vehicles demonstrate our obsession for detail and quality to the highest level.
Our philosophy remains Everything is Important.
Reports to: Vice President of Engineering
Member of: Engineering
Location: Woodford Halse, Northamptonshire, NN11 3UB
Job Purpose:
Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering, this role will be accountable to the Chief Engineer for the design and development of the Electrical, Electronic and Software content for all Singer vehicle programmes.
This role will provide ownership of major vehicle system design and delivery ensuring all projects in the operating plan are delivered on time, on budget and to specification.
The role will contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice Engineering processes, vision, strategy, policies, and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.
Main Responsibilities
Own the specification, design, development and validation testing of vehicle Electrical and Electronic content providing technical direction, sourcing strategy, DFA and DFM.
Define and implement the electrical systems strategy aligned with corporate and product goals
Develop and manage the strategy of outsourcing activity to partners in order to balance our internal headcount and ensure on activity is delivered on time within budget.
Working with Supply Chain Management to ensure delivery of components and systems on schedule for all phases of prototype, pilot, pre-production, and production build.
Preparation and presentation of material to support external and internal project status reviews.
Overseeing all department project engineering to guarantee vehicle systems are delivered on time, on budget and to specification. Seeks to drive continuous improvement in technology, engineering, and delivery.
Identify and implement best practice engineering processes, improving robustness in our engineering integrity
Leadership of a team of highly qualified and experienced individuals
Preparation and presentation of material to support external and internal project status reviews
Lead the team responsible for specific vehicle programme requirements including:
System Specification DFMEA, DVP, Vehicle / System level test specs
System Budgets & Expenditure including supporting setting system budgets
System Timing & Delivery including design, release (ETRS), development and validation plans
System planning & allocation
System BOM management & tracking
Robust issue resolution
With the Programme Management team, own delivery for all projects in line with SCDP (Singer Creative Development Plan) and ensure the cascaded KPIs are on track
Provide authority on the EBOM to all stakeholders, ensuring project delivery is on time and to budget
Work with the Supply Chain and Manufacturing departments to define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements.
Knowledge, skills, and experience
A high level of technical knowledge & experience of vehicle Electrical and Electronic component & system design, test & production delivery processes.
Deep understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262), EMC/EMI compliance, and system vali-dation processes.
PC literate and a competent user of MS Office products.
Experienced in OEM and/ or Engineering Services
Experience of high value and niche vehicle (low volume) programmes
5 years of experience in automotive electrical/electronics engineering, including leadership roles
Personal Specification
Must have great attention to detail
Energetic, proactive, calm under pressure, personable and mature personality
Reliable and punctual
Strong team-worker – ability to thrive in a small, closely-knit team
Flexibility – being prepared to work longer hours when occasionally required
Become familiar with and work to the company's health and safety standards
Advise and report on any issues relating to health and safety
To comply with all company policies and procedures
Support other departments when required
Demonstrable leadership behaviours including being able to lead by example, lead negotiations influence stakeholders, be a coach and mentor.
Takes ownership for team cohesion and team development.
Excellent leadership and man- management skills.
Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members.
Commercially aware.
Qualifications and Training
Mechanical or Automotive Engineering Degree or relevant experience
Formal management qualifications advantageous