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Job Reference:
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Posted:
26.04.2025
Expiry Date:
10.06.2025
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Job Description:
Duration: Permanent
Location: Hybrid Working 3 days on site, 2 days WFH
*Applicants MUST have proof of immediate, ongoing, and valid eligibility to work full time in the UK and travel within the EU.*
About the company
I am recruiting on behalf of a leading supplier of automotive wiring harness and components, based in Milton Keynes, seeking a Guest Engineering Manager.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
* Manage guest engineering activities throughout vehicle development and mass production phases across locations where the Business Unit has a presence.
* Ensure customer satisfaction by providing skilled personnel to manage vehicle design change and information release, both onsite and within the Client.
* Provide a main point of contact for guest engineering for management and customer teams.
* Ensure efficient operation of guest engineering functions and adherence to vehicle development schedules.
* Manage vehicle development design release timing to support manufacturing and delivery with high-quality information.
* Maintain effective communication with relevant Client departments about program timing and activities.
* Review and develop guest engineering systems and procedures for greater efficiency.
* Periodically review guest engineering support with the customer, focusing on timescale adherence and data quality.
* Manage Monozukuri activities via guest engineering and ADO functions to support cost reduction proposals.
* Support the Business Manager in identifying guest engineering and customer requirements, including budget planning.
* Perform other duties as required by the Line Manager.
Skills and Qualifications
* HND / degree in Electrical, Electronic, or Mechanical Engineering with knowledge of vehicle electrical systems and circuits.
* Effective communication skills, especially in customer contact and liaison.
* Proficiency in English (written and verbal).
Experience required
* Minimum 5 years in harness design environment and vehicle EDS.
* Knowledge of wire harness build and manufacturing processes.
* Experience with Client-specific engineering systems and understanding of their business.
* Management experience, capable of managing remote and local teams.
Special Conditions
* Existing right to work in the UK.
* Willingness to travel overseas.
* Driving licence.
* Commitment to safe, ethical, and quality working standards.
* Customer and commercial focus.
* Strong technical capabilities.
Job Related Competencies
* Personal organisation.
* Teamwork.
* Communication.
* Problem solving and decision making.
Why work through Contechs?
Contechs is a leading automotive, design, engineering, technology, and innovation recruitment consultancy, founded in 1997, supporting both permanent and contract recruitment with dedicated contractor care.
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