Geometry Management Lead

4 weeks ago


Gaydon CV RR United Kingdom Jaguar Land Rover Full time

WHAT TO EXPECT

Here at JLR our mission is to Live the Exceptional with Soul. We are the proud creators, the curious minds inspired to create unique vehicles. Our vision is to be proud creators of the most desirable, modern luxury brands, for the most discerning of clients. If you are looking to make a real difference and want the chance to positively influence and change the way we work, we are looking for an individual like you to join our team.

The Virtual Build and Test is a growing organisation and we passionately believe we can only meet our goals by prioritising our team and culture. We are uniquely positioned to support the transition of our products from the virtual world to the physical world. Our approach is to focus on our ability to Virtually Build and Test our products with greater speed, confidence, and coverage than ever before, and to unlock all the time, cost, quality, and sustainability benefits associated with increased virtual capabilities.

In this role you will utilise existing skills in geometry management to help us to transform the way we manage our geometry. You will help us to define the future strategy ensuring that geometry is available to those who need it to validate the product such that it is neither under- and over-delivered of data, follows the right framework of maturity to develop a roadmap for change. You will work closely with our business stakeholders and external suppliers to develop the future strategy for managing geometry and lead business transformation projects to ensure we have the right systems, tools, and processes in place to establish a world class geometry management operation. Having extensive experience in Product Lifecycle Management systems is essential for this role.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

The Geometry Management Lead will be responsible for collaborating with stakeholders to gather requirements to develop a world class process for managing geometry (CAD), engaging with suppliers (internal and external) to communicate our future requirements to transform the way we manage geometry, and engaging with suppliers to understand future planned development which will impact on the way we manage geometry. You will also be developing our future transformation roadmap for managing world class geometry, designing, developing, and implementing end to end processes for managing geometry (CAD) in the most efficient way, and leading and deploying transformation projects which enable us to deliver world class geometry.

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Able to simplify information and clearly communicate to others, in person and through documentation in writing. You will also be able to assimilate information quickly with the ability to manage specific tasks with focus and motivation while working in a dynamic team environment, have confidence to question the current thinking. Industry experience of Automotive or Manufacturing would be an advantage. The ability to demonstrable experience guiding and educating customers in relation to 3D Experience, knowledge or experience in the delivery using Agile methodologies and Scrum, as well as understanding current JLR processes (including our use of the Atlassian toolset) or has a background that will allow them to establish themselves in the shortest timeframe possible to audit and critically evaluate the ways in which we work, would all be desirable.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

  • Extensive experience with PLM systems is a requirement for this application as you will help us to understand if the way we use this tool currently is appropriate.
  • Expert in managing geometry (CAD)
  • Experience of solution or process development with a proven track record of being able to lead projects and deploy change effectively.
  • Experience managing multiple stakeholder requirements, some of which may conflict, whilst developing processes.
  • Experience of collaborating with external suppliers.
  • Able to work autonomously and as part of a team. Can evidence examples of both solo and collaborative working.

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 JLR 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 JLR, 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.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.



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