Job Description
Lead the aspects of Body Exterior systems (including closures, exterior trim, glazing and interfaces) in line with project targets, KPIs and milestones.
Act as the key interface between EDAG and the customer(s) for responsible commodity with the ability to professional interact with clients
Lead and support meetings, e.g. steering committees, project reviews, start-up meetings, etc.
Direct and liaise with local and EDAG Group technical design / engineering resource to achieve project goals.
Guide / coach team to build knowledge
Controlling data maturity and status including recording and tracking issues.
Setting and managing delivery of interior systems including function, timing, performance, cost weight and quality.
Collaborate with interior suppliers and support overall vehicle development milestones and prototype/production build events
Coordinate cross-functional reviews for the resolution of technical issues both with EDAG Group engineers and customer.
Support prototype, pre- and production vehicle builds on-site.
Demonstrate EDAG’s excellent reputation while working directly and seamlessly with customers on their projects.
Interpret CAE simulation results and integrate recommendations into product design.
Knowledge and understanding of Tooling and manufacturing processes
Engineering degree 2:1 or above
+10 years Experience of automotive programmes preferably in Body Exterior systems
Very strong, relevant professional experience
Strong leadership skills
Ability to overcome cultural barriers
Demonstrate strong customer, team & supplier management skills
An ability to work effectively and calmly under pressure and to manage time effectively under tight and rigid deadlines
Ability to identify key project attributes targets related to the role and support through the appropriate level of vehicle/system analysis
Ability to perform packaging study of components
Demonstrate FMEA and root cause analysis experience
Knowledge of Six Sigma, ideally Green Belt qualified
Strong numeracy and literacy skills
Very good proficiency in CATIA V5/V6
Mircosoft Excel, Word, Power Point, Project, Visio
Ability to travel to customer site in Midlands
Health cash plan, following successful probation
5% employer pension contributions
Hybrid working
25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
Generous absence cover
Cycle 2 Work scheme
Octopus EV scheme
