Wheel Engineer

4 weeks ago

Gaydon, Warwickshire, United Kingdom JLR Full time
A leading premium automotive business and leading to move towards electric autonomous vehicles.

WHAT TO EXPECT


The purpose of this role is to work on the design, development, testing and introduction of new systems and components or commodities for new Wheels.

The role will also deliver the commodity plan and ensure parts are delivered to quality, cost and time by leading the technical content and integrity of specific components and systems across specific programmes

Responsible for Engineering & Delivering Wheels for either mid-cycle refresh programmes and or brand-new architectures / platforms. You'll have the support from the Wheels Subject Matter Expert (SME), Group Leader (GL) and relevant Lead Engineer (LE) in order to deliver full programme and platform content


Working closely with Design department and Dynamics this role takes components from initial conception right through to completion, ensuring all parts are delivered robustly to quality, cost and time.

You'll be working in an Agile environment and have the daily responsibility of reporting out , supporting and progressing the teams status

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Deliver the commodity plan to quality, cost and time, including maintaining the Worldwide Engineering Release System (iCreate, PACN)
Assist in the resolution of issues with component engineering and vehicle attribute teams to develop designs that meet targets
Work in an 'Agile' environment using the necessary toolsets (JIRA)
Ensure all appropriate Jaguar Land Rover standards are met through-out design maturation
Provide input into new feature development

Ensure all programme design solutions meet:
Programme targets for cost and weight
Legal regulations and Requirements Management & Design Verification documentation

WHAT YOU NEED
A good engineering knowledge of component design and delivery – (preferably with wheels)
A good working knowledge of product creation & delivery, change control, product definition and change management processes
Previous experience within engineering or programme planning departments

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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