Boosting System Lead Engineer

About the job

WHAT TO EXPECT

Our Product Development Engineering’s Powertrain function is looking for a talented individual to act as an active member of the JLR Base Engines “Design and Release” team for all Gasoline and Diesel internal combustion engines (designed in the UK for global manufacture into worldwide markets).

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a cross functional team for Boosting and EGR components and systems (design, analysis, manufacturing, validation, purchasing and suppliers) and delivering all engineering design, verification and launch activities.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• Oversee product development processes and deliver according to component creation and delivery system (CCDS) on engine systems and components
• Lead and coordinate cross functional CCDS team including purchasing, design, validation, STA, supplier and manufacturing to ensure all APQP deliverables are fulfilled with agreed status by the CCDS team.
• Lead the design direction and decision making on behalf of Product Development for engine systems – reporting to the Group Leader.
• Delivery to the programme gateways by achieving quality, cost, timing, function and weight requirements. 

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

The successful applicant will be able to deliver technical and commercial leadership combined with a versatile approach to the changing circumstances within programmes. This person will also have the ability to manage conflicting priorities between programmes in a positive and proactive manner.  Being able to deliver a plan with clear direction is key.

Essential:

• Technical engineering background with knowledge of engines engineering
• Understanding of design and validation principles on engine systems and components
• Ability to apply product development tools (for example; CCDS, EBER, AIMS, RMDV, APQP within an engine engineering environment)
• Knowledge in the management and application of computer aided design techniques
• Ability to demonstrate leadership to technical and organisational problem resolution

Desirable:

• Engine design and release experience within OEM or supply base
• Experience of delivering engineering solutions from concept to product launch (outside of Automotive considered) including solutions to current engineering and quality issues
• Degree in mechanical, electro-mechanical or automotive engineering preferred, or an official engineering qualification
   

SO WHY US?

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes Jaguar Land Rover the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At Jaguar Land Rover, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage. 

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

Jaguar Land Rover is committed to equal opportunity for all.