Lead Design Engineer-Body Panels & Closures (CATIA V5 2D/3D) OEM-Autom

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  

Provide Technical leadership to the Body Panels & Closures design engineers in collaboration with Project Engineers, Project Leads and the cross-functional teams.

Reporting to the Project Leader/EDC Manager, work on all aspects of Body Panels
- MATERIALS - The Lead Design Engineer should assist the Design Engineers and Project Engineer in specifying and controlling the materials of each component to meet vehicle spec book targets, technical specifications and all legal and component DVP requirements;
- DFM - Design for Manufacture is a fundamental requirement of the Lead Design Engineer role. They must have a demonstrable track record of working within a Design Team in harmony with suppliers.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

- Excellent  CATIA V5 2D/3D skills.
- Leadership and motivation in a design role is essential
- 10+ years of previous experience of Design activities at OEM with a demonstrable record of delivery of the accountabilities;
- Experience with the following three systems
- Front Panels, Body side bonded, Body side Assembled, Bulkhead & Upper structure Doors
- Rear Panels, Engine Bay panels, Bonnet structure, hinge/latch/HW, Tailgate & Glazing
- Door Structure, Door hinge/latch etc, Tailgate/Engine Cover Structure, Closure seals, Active aero
- Supplier liaison, comfortable with understanding and implementing DFM requirements within the project scope;
- Mechanical or Automotive Engineering Degree 2:1 or above preferred;
- Background in low volume, high performance sports or racing cars preferred;

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: 

- Delivery focused, with a demonstrable track record of on-time delivery;
- Self motivated to deliver excellence and perform beyond targets;
- Strong communication skills
- Good organisational skills and ability to project manage design tasks both internally and with the supplier(s);
- An understanding and awareness of appropriate escalation;
- An ability to deliver under pressure with an appetite for measured success;
- Must have a flexible approach to working hours, travel requirements and adaptability to changing and multiple priorities;
- Understanding of the design, weight, cost and quality constraints of a variety of manufacturing processes;
- Advanced problem solving abilities;
- Able to liaise with Project Engineers & suppliers on all technical issues

Ability to work as a team player to enhance the project team environment, ensures support to colleagues, and maximizes efficiency.