Prototyping & Virtual Build Test Engineer

3 weeks ago


Coventry, United Kingdom Jonathan Lee Recruitment Full time

**Prototype & Virtual Build Engineer**

**£Highly Competitive Plus Benefits**

**Location: Coventry**

**Prototype, Build, Project, Development, Engineering, Electrical, Innovation, Performance, Delivery, DFM, DFA, CAD, EV, Integration, Manufacturing**

Do you want to work for one of the most iconic and exciting British Motorcycling brands, driving engineering excellence across their range of products? The Prototype & Virtual Build Engineer will be responsible for managing all prototype build activitiesincluding developing and communicating build plans based on vehicle specifications, test plans, and program timing. The Engineer will also be leading multiple teams to assure all program deliverables are met and resolving any issues affecting build quality,engineering design, manufacturing process, and timing.

As a Prototype & Virtual Build Engineer you will need to be able to demonstrate experience in stripping down, assembling, building and testing of prototype parts and systems for new vehicle programmes. As a Prototype Engineer you will be responsible for:
Be responsible for the planning of prototypes and subassemblies; ensuring that all the deadlines from the engineering department are met. This includes all engineering needs for vehicle builds, testing and validation.

Coordinate and organize all activities that are relevant to the success of the prototype builds. This might include organization of meetings, workshops etc.

Be a key interface between the engineering, workshop and manufacturing team.

Propose alternative production methods for prototype parts acc. to the maturity of the builds.

Propose engineers DFMs alternatives to improve the manufacturability of the vehicle during development phases.

Support design engineers with the selection of standard parts such as fasteners. You will also be the main interface to other departments for these parts (e.g., purchasing);
Support on selecting prototype suppliers in accordance with the responsible engineers and the purchasing department.

Document, track and communicate build issues to ensure timely resolutions. This will include root cause analysis for prototype build problems.

Develop processes and methodologies for traceability of prototypes and critical parts.

Be responsible for maintaining proper documentation of the prototype vehicle release plans and notes.

the technicians in the workshop (including management activities)

maintaining and enhancing the inventory and equipment in the workshop together with the build needs.

maintaining the parts stock in the workshop for prototype builds.

maintaining the workshop based on 5S principles.

As a Prototype & Virtual Build Engineer you will have the following skills and experience:
Knowledge of strip down and build of relevant two-wheeler and EV systems within the automotive field

Possess demonstrable knowledge of motorcycles (Vehicle & Drivetrain) and their functioning with strong problem solving & testing capabilities.
- Knowledge of motorcycle parts measurements & tools usage.
- Previous management experience preferred

Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.



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