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Job Purpose:

Lead the product design and development of automotive components and systems from concept through to production with a bias towards interiors

Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Manage and lead design team through all aspects of the product design and development process from initial concept to production, focussing on interior trim

·         Liaise with internal and external customers to define requirements and specifications for new products

·         Create initial concept schemes

·         Generate and manage design release schedules to meet customer requirements

·         Challenge assumptions and think innovatively to solve complex problems

·         Identify new systems and process to drive quality, efficiency and cost reduction

·         Work as an individual contributor or as part of a team on multiple projects of varying size, scope, and complexity

·         Respond quickly to shifting priorities without losing sight of longer range projects and goals

·         Work with Manufacturing and Quality departments to ensure a robust and cost-effective design of products

·         Manage CAD models and assemblies utilizing best practice surfacing and solid modelling techniques

·         Ensure design standards and CAD modelling protocols are followed

·         Review and check component and assembly drawings including GD&T, specifications and finishes

·         Manage design document control, including initial costed BOMS to support commercial validation of product

·         Support the growth of the department through effective management of the team capacity and capability

·         Ensure the quality of the departmental output to ensure the designs are accurate and complete, fulfilling all of the necessary requirements

·         Maintain the internal departmental processes and procedures to ensure compliance to QA standards in order to maintain quality accreditations, both internal and customer specific

·         Provision of technical data to the Sales department through commercial bids and customer engagement

·         Support the qualification of new products to validate performance to the necessary specifications and technical requirements

·         Provision of technical support to production departments through problem solving, corrective actions and Continuous Improvement activities

·         Guide and support the development of more junior staff

·         Uphold all polices in relation to health, Safety and Welfare

Skills Required:

·         Degree in Engineering discipline or Product Design, MEng/MSc preferred

·         Significant experience of Computer Aided Design, Catia V5

·         Understanding and experience of design techniques and methodologies

·         Ability to find robust, elegant, and innovative solutions to complex problems

·         Strong analytical skills and understanding of engineering fundamentals

·         A good understanding of materials and methods-of-manufacture

·         Detailed knowledge of plastic injection moulding and other high-volume manufacturing processes

·         Experience or knowledge of a complex high-volume manufactured consumer product

·         Open to pursuing multiple paths to get to the best solution

·         Ability to generate visuals to communicate ideas quickly and effectively

·         Ability to manage multiple projects, and keep the momentum going on a mix of long and short-term projects

·         Ability to accomplish goals autonomously and within a team environment

·         Respect and understanding of other disciplines, including Industrial Design, Electronics, Quality, and Manufacturing

·         Strong problem solving abilities, attention to detail and reliability

·         Proactive and innovative

·         The ability to prioritise workload

·         The ability to work well and accurately in a time-constrained and pressured environment

·         Good written and verbal communication skills

·         Ability to understand and interpret product specifications and drawings is essential

·         Excellent communication, planning & organising skills

·         Energy, drive and results orientation

·         Strong customer focus

A high standard of personal appearance is required by all staff members.

Salary range is between £55,000 and £70,000 based on experience

This is a day shift Monday to Friday role with an early finish on frdays and is office based

There is also a discounted rate optional car scheme available