Job Title: Foundation Brakes Engineer
Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire
Rate: £27.21ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £20.35ph on a PAYE basis
Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2027)
Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week
Reference: J37216130
Position Description:
Duties:
The Foundation Brake Engineer will be responsible to support the definition, development, Validation and delivery of new foundation brake components.
The Brakes Engineering Team brings together expertise to specify, engineer and deliver braking system from concept to production that meet the customer braking attributes and regulatory requirements. Our mission is to deliver Safe, Silent and Clean braking systems.
Key Performance Indicators
Design, Development & release of foundation brake components
Ensure components meet brake regulatory, Attribute and system targets Completion of Forward Model Quality processes
Evidence based Design reviews and DFMEA actions and risks Deliver on cost, quality and time
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
- Design & validation for new Foundation Brake Hardware Define Commodity Planning activities and deliver on cost, attribute and quality targets Test, analyse data and report writing for component validation (DV and PV) Understand Requirements and test procedures and support in the development of continuous requirement and standard development.
- Support the introduction of new technologies (e.g. coated discs, alternative friction materials).
- Contribute to long-term technology roadmaps.
- Act as a technical point of contact to develop and maintain supplier relationships Support the development of key quality documents, Bill of Design, DFMEA, P Diagrams, Interface and risk matrices Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested
Key Interactions
- The Foundation Brake Engineer will interface with technical specialists, attributes teams, interface component engineers, internal system leads
- The Foundation Brake Engineer will interface with programme teams, vehicle engineering teams and external stakeholder leads (example attributes, vehicle systems [Supplier Technical Assistance (STA), suspension, weights, Procurement etc])
Skills: Essential:
Hard Skills:
- Understanding of foundation brake system components (Brake Discs, Pads, Calipers and shields).
- Good time management and project management skills Ability to communicate clearly and work with key tier 1 suppliers.
Soft Skills:
- Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for own work; fully invested in achieving a successful result.
- You view things as a team rather than individual project level, considering the wider team needs.
- Strong interpersonal/communication skills, build relationships and communicate effectively at all levels.
Desirable:
Hard Skills:
- Working knowledge of Vehicle Delivery Processes (PCDS) and release processes
- Familiarity with 3D CAD, CAE Tools and Drawing GD&T (CATIA, 3Dx etc)
- Experience with supplier quality processes (APQP)
- Understanding of relevant external regulations (UNECE, FMVSS, ECE R90 etc)
- Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred / Relevant apprenticeship or equivalent experience preferred.
Personal Profile
- Someone who understands what our customers love; they are passionate about all things that impact our customers Someone who supports team unity, who actively develops and empowers other team members.
- Someone with integrity & empathy who holds the customer experience above all else, even when it is challenged.
- Someone who embraces a growth mindset; resilient and enthusiastic who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs.
- Someone who understands their impact, who can work independently, is motivated by results, demonstrates tenacity, drive and perseverance with the ability to deliver solutions in a complex, highly demanding environment.
- 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.
- A resilient and enthusiastic who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs.
- A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas.
- A effective team player, actively develops and supports team members
Desirable:
- An individual with the ability to challenge existing thinking in a positive way whilst building credibility and trust through experience and personal style.
** THIS POSITION IS CONFIRMED INSIDE IR35**
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