| Employment Type | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Location | Northamptonshire, East Midlands |
| Industry Sector | Automotive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Salary/Rate | £45k - £50k |
| Reference | GV-005833 |
| Date Advertised | 09-05-2008 - 15:33 |
Senior Principal Design Engineer
Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Principal Design Engineer to supervise design and analysis work on engine and vehicle projects.
The Role:
To prepare and approve engineering programme quotations
To generate, resource and cost project plans
To monitor the timing and budgetary performance of design-only projects against project plans
To lead design project teams
To organise and facilitate design reviews
To generate, evaluate and select design solutions for individual components, component systems, and complete Powertrains
To approve engineering drawings and models
To liaise with programme suppliers and external customers
To provide technical support to projects
To contribute to technical capability of the design department
To support business development opportunities, in conjunction with the business development function
To monitor and assess the performance of staff
To generate and implement design department procedures
To identify training needs
To perform any other duties reasonably requested by management to fulfil the requirements of the role
Responsible for the quality of any design work carried out in the course of assigned projects
Responsible for adhering to or seeking deviation from the design procedures
Responsible for the clear instruction of MPT staff using the appropriate procedures and forms
Responsible for communicating design status to internal and external customers in a timely manner
Responsible for maintaining and enhancing MPTs capability in at least one area of technical specialism
Requirements:
A Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline with extensive Powertrain design experience or alternatively, an HND supported by a minimum of 15 years experience
A postgraduate qualification / Chartered status would be an advantage
A minimum of 7 years relevant experience in the field of Powertrain design engineering gained within an OEM or preferably consultancy environment
Able to supervise and motivate others
Ability to work on own and to lead and work as part of a team
Presentation and negotiation skills
Creative problem solving skills
Detail conscious with an appreciation of customer requirements
Confidence to communicate effectively at all levels
Must be self-motivated and possess the drive to complete tasks in a timely manner and with appropriate attention to detail
Ability to work well under pressure and to strict time constraints
Flexibility and willingness to travel to customer sites for both long and short durations
(including secondments)
| Recruiter: |
|---|
| GenTec |
| Contact Name: |
| Graham Vockins |
| Telephone: |
| 0121 230 1070 |
