STA New Model Launch Engineer New Model Launch

REQ ID: 115829
JOB TITLE: STA New Model Launch Engineer New Model Launch
SALARY: £43,000 - £53,000
POSTING END DATE: 05/06/2023
LOCATION: Gaydon

Beyond Property, Purchasing, HR and IT, more than being part of our Finance or Marketing teams, beyond even Sales and Service, every role in every business area offers unique opportunities to make an impact on the future of mobility and the automotive industry.

WHAT TO EXPECT

As an STA New Model Launch Engineer, you’ll bring your knowledge of delivery of Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) through the application of Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) to a team of engineers based in region for new model quality and delivery of supplier’s production parts. Working with internal stakeholders and supplier representatives to ensure JLR requirements are met and provide upfront support with concept/design failure mode avoidance (DFMEA & PFMEA).

From engineering release completing PPAP checklists, supporting checking fixture and gauge design strategy and confirming suppliers initial control plan this position will provide variety and excitement.

Key accountabilities and Responsibilities

Through active membership of Commodity Teams, you will represent STA in supplier new part development and introduction to support delivery of New Model Launch. You will maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholder and supplier representatives to ensure PSW Quality and Delivery targets are met and all supplier manufacturing process related issues are resolved in a timely manner. You will be responsible for managing supplier process, part development and introduction to support delivery of excellent quality and on time launch of vehicle projects.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Essential:

To excel in this position of STA New Model Launch Engineer you’ll have a deep working knowledge and understanding of APQP, PPAP, Body-in-White, and Aluminium High Pressure Die Casting. You’ll demonstrate excellent stakeholder management, excellent communication with suppliers and customers, and be able to effectively manage and deliver complex projects on time. You’ll also need:

• Previous experience in a Quality, Manufacturing or Engineering environment gained at engineer or management level.
• A proven track record in Quality Management in a manufacturing or technical environment.
• Problem Solving Skills
• A relevant degree or experience would be preffered

SO WHY US?

Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes Jaguar Land Rover the perfect place to continue your journey.

This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At Jaguar Land Rover, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage.

Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.

Jaguar Land Rover is committed to equal opportunity for all.