Attributes Refinement Performance Senior Engineer

​Position Description:

• The NVH Attributes Refinement Team is responsible for strategy, methods, targets, testing, detection and resolution, specifically for the attributes of Squeak & Rattle and Water and Air Ingress across the full vehicle, systems and components.

• Operating from the very early phase of a vehicle programme, working cross functionally throughout design, development, manufacturing, launch and during the customer experience.

• This role will aim to enhance the customer experience through the design, development, measurement and balance of customer attributes for Jaguar Land Rover vehicles.

• Working on problem resolutions for Vehicle Line activities in all aspects of engineering from the resolution of engineering issues, monitoring quality systems, through to design improvements and model year updates.

• The aim will be to achieve targets in all areas.

• Ultimately, the role will contribute to the delivery of Quality targets for each vehicle line

 Skills Required:

• Previous experience of problem solving tools e.g. Root Cause Analysis, 8 Disciplines of problem solving, Design of Experiments and Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) in Design/Manufacturing

• Previous experience of Vehicle Launch or Plant Vehicle operations

• Production Management including experience of delivery of problem resolutions in Manufacturing & Service.

• Experience of cross functional co-ordination capability in Engineering, Manufacturing, Service and Quality Familiar with Define Measure Analyse Implement Control Replicate processes

 Experience Required:

• To be able to be part of a team to meet tight deadlines in a Programme / launch environment.

• Knowledge of Quality Operating Systems procedures & deliverables

• A proactive and personable nature to engage with cross functional areas.

• A working experience of CAD or Digi-buck.

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred

• Ability to interface and communicate confidently at all levels

• Well organised and diligent

• A basic of knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes.

• Excellent written & verbal communication skills providing the ability to represent the team at senior meetings Excellent Analytical Skills and enthusiastic, an individual able to deliver results under pressure

• A full UK driving licence

 Experience Preferred:

• Microsoft package elements Power Point and Excel

• Knowledge of whole vehicle engineering knowledge and cross functional experience

• Knowledge of Quality Operating Standards in Manufacturing

• Natural ability to identify improvement opportunities & `hands-on’ practical skills

• Drive and motivation to achieve goals of team and self with minimal supervision

• Active experience of working to Agile methodologies (JIRA) Experience of working with the following company toolsets; Tableau, AIMs, IQM, Flags An understanding of Product Creation Development System, requirements management and design verification is advantageous but not essential.

• A working knowledge of Trim & Final, BIW, sealing systems and an understanding of JLR manufacturing processes.

• Knowledge of material compatibility and joining technologies. Experience and working knowledge of Health and Safety Audits and ergonomics including risk assessments

• Ability to deliver presentations to work groups and senior management

 Person Profile

• An individual, who works independently, is results driven, demonstrating tenacity, drive and perseverance with the ability to deliver operational plans in a complex, highly demanding environment.

• An individual with the capability to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with medium term planning

• Resilient and enthusiastic who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs

• An individual with the ability to prioritise their work load

• A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas

• A effective team player, actively develops and supports team members