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- Lead, mentor, and manage a multidisciplinary team, including design engineers, production engineers, and technical staff.
- Drive a culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement across engineering and production teams.
- Develop training and career development plans for team members to ensure their skills remain cutting-edge.
- Oversee the design-for-manufacture (DFM) process, ensuring designs are optimised for production efficiency.
- Collaborate with production teams to address technical or process challenges during manufacturing.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and external partners to optimise material and component sourcing.
- Manage the delivery of innovative, high-quality transmission systems and components from concept to production.
- Ensure all designs meet industry regulatory and safety standards.
- Work closely with R&D to identify opportunities for product enhancement and technological advancements.
- Implement and manage initiatives to reduce costs, improve quality, and optimise production times.
- Evaluate and recommend upgrades to machinery, tooling, and processes in collaboration with operations teams.
- Act as a bridge between design and production engineering teams, ensuring alignment on project goals and requirements.
- Collaborate with procurement, quality assurance, and logistics teams to streamline operations.
- Ensure all designs and production processes adhere to industry standards and internal quality control policies.
- Champion zero-defect manufacturing through robust quality control integration.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Career advancement opportunities within an innovative organisation.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Secure benefits such as pension schemes and life assurance.
- The chance to work on cutting-edge projects with global impact.
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience:
- 8-10 years in production or mechanical engineering roles, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership capacity.
- Strong background in automotive, motorsport, or aerospace engineering.
- Hands-on experience with DFM principles, production processes, and CAD software (e.g., Creo Parametric).
- Familiarity with PLM tools (e.g., Windchill) is highly desirable.
- Skills:
- Leadership and interpersonal skills to inspire and manage teams effectively.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
- Excellent project management and problem-solving capabilities.
- Strong communication skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.
