Project Engineer - Off-Road Capability

About the job

THE OPPORTUNITY

This role will aim to enhance the customer experience through the design, development, measurement and balance of customer attributes for Jaguar Land Rover vehicles.

You will  provide engineering support to the off-road and all-road capability attribute team by assisting with physical and virtual testing using CAD, CAE and physical vehicles.  As an attribute engineer you will lead the problem investigation and resolution of any issue found during programme delivery.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Support delivery of all Attribute Requirement targets by Gateway

Support the Programme Attribute Team to ensure all technical issues are identified and resolved.

Plan and support test and development activities as required or specified in the Design Verification Plan (DVP) on time and to budget.

Ensure DVP makes use of best practices and maximises use of cost-effective tools and techniques such as CAE.

Working with system and component areas to define and maintain cascaded target requirements in support of overall vehicle level targets (RMDV, Doors as required)

Work with component engineers and suppliers as required to drive implementation and resolution of all engineering solutions. 

Deliver technical recommendations and reports.

Support and maintain the Automated Issues Management System (AIMS)/Jira and track these to successful resolution.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Previous experience of problem-solving tools e.g. Root Cause Analysis, 8 Disciplines of problem solving, 

Design of Experiments and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) in Manufacturing

Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred.

CAD and CAE experience

Full driving licence

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Agile process and Jira tools
• Experience of Matlab, Simpack and CANalyser
• Six Sigma training
• Microsoft package elements Project, Power Point and Excel
• Knowledge of whole vehicle engineering knowledge and cross functional experience
• Knowledge of Quality Operating Standards in Manufacturing

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.