Coordinator (m/f/d) Project Planning - Chassis Design

JR United Kingdom; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading motorsport company is seeking a Project Planner for Chassis Design to join their team. This role involves creating project plans, coordinating tasks with multiple stakeholders, and contributing to innovative automotive projects. Ideal candidates will have a technical background with at least 2 years of relevant experience in project planning, preferably in an engineering context. Proficiency in MS Project and excellent communication skills are essential.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

30 days annual holiday

Car leasing

Free on-site gym

Qualifications

• Experience in planning project activities related to engineering and/or production processes.
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Proficient in professional English; German skills are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Create project plans, milestones, deadlines, and capacity planning.
• Monitor project progress, critical path, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with purchasing and production divisions.

Skills

Team player

Strong analytical skills

Good communication skills

Planning

Education

Technical educational background

Tools

MS Project

SAP

PLM Software

Job description

Coordinator (m/f/d) Project Planning - Chassis Design, West Midlands

Client:

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Europe

Location:

West Midlands

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

04.08.2025

Expiry Date:

18.09.2025

Job Description:

Don’t just go to work; become part of a unique company within a fast-moving industry. Toyota Gazoo Racing Europe – creating excitement through team spirit and advanced technology!

We are looking for a Project Planner (m/f/d) – Chassis Design to be part of our motorsport team in Cologne, Germany.

Are you a team player who thrives on responsibility with strong analytical skills? Then you are the right person to take on this challenge. Experience teamwork and be inspired by the passion of our 450-strong workforce for motorsport and automotive projects.

What we offer:

• Exciting projects and a place for technical freedom and innovation to get things moving
• Attractive benefits packages e.g. competitive remuneration, social benefits, 30 days annual holiday, car leasing, free on-site gym
• A challenging, fulfilling workplace in a multinational company within a familiar atmosphere - driven by fascination and passion
• Support for project leaders and line management to oversee activities, monitor staff utilization, and workload management
• Support for our Chassis Design area, including Composite design (carbon fibre race car parts) and Mechanical Design (suspension, brakes, gearbox, and integration)
• Creation of project plans, milestones, deadlines, and capacity planning in collaboration with project leaders and line managers
• Monitoring project progress, critical path, deliverables, and maintaining communication
• Coordination with purchasing and production divisions to track availability of critical parts

The successful candidate will:

• Have a technical educational background
• Experience in planning project activities related to engineering and/or production processes for composite and mechanical parts
• At least 2 years of relevant work experience
• Experience with MS Project, SAP, and PLM Software is preferred
• Ability to oversee multiple processes with shifting priorities and stakeholders
• Strong planning, structured work approach, and good communication skills
• Comfortable in the high-paced environment of professional motorsports
• Available to work on-site in Cologne, Germany, with a valid EU work permit
• Proficient in professional English; German skills are an advantage but not required