Lead BIW Dimensional Engineer

2 weeks ago


StratforduponAvon Warwickshire, United Kingdom Jaguar Land Rover Full time

WHAT TO EXPECT

Within this Vehicle Structures are responsible for the design and development of the body less doors (BIW), which includes pressings, castings, extrusions and body sealing media for all JLR models. It also manages the component and proto-type supplier base to ensure timing & project control is maintained.

The department is responsible for developing designs from concept through to production. Our deliverables are released 3D CAD models which demonstrate robustness via FMEAs, FDJ Tracker, DVP's, APQP and ultimately PSW approved parts and meets each programme attribute objectives.

Based primarily at Gaydon, the Dimensional Lead Engineer will work with various Structures Project teams and lead the small team of BIW Dimensional Engineers. here may occasionally be a need to work at other JLR Manufacturing or Engineering location to suit department needs.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

  • Lead dimensional activities on assigned programmes from a Body Structures perspective.
  • Development and cascade of all dimensional failure modes via the SCSS process.
  • Develop and document assembly tolerances for major sub-assemblies.
  • Ensure that the Body Structures Design is constructed to meet the tolerance requirements; leading and escalating deviations appropriately.
  • Co-ordinate Body Structures GD&T audits - ensuring meaningful cascade of results.
  • Provide suitable coaching to the team on audit results.
  • Provide leadership and guidance for any GD&T technical issues.
  • Support the project team(s) when discussing dimensional requirements with suppliers.
  • Develop and document improvements around Dimensional Control within Body Structures current processes, Design rules and Standards.

WHAT YOU NEED

  • The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate a logical and methodical approach to component applications, verification and validation and be able to direct the work of others.
  • Knowledge of 3D Experience and Catia V6, to be able to view and interrogate geometry is essential.
  • In depth knowledge of GD&T (to BS 8888) and be able to robustly apply this to the engineering is essential.
  • The successful candidate will be an effective communicator and have strong organisational, presentation and numerical skills, this is essential.
  • Familiarity with DFMEAs

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.

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.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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