Project Engineer

Prodrive; Banbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering technology firm in Banbury is seeking an experienced Project Engineer. You will act as a key link between engineering, programmes, and operations, coordinating various inputs and managing project scopes. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering or science, with over 3 years of experience in production programs, preferably related to vehicle systems. Attractive salary, opportunities for holidays, training, and a vibrant working environment are provided.

Benefits

Attractive salary with development linkage

25 days holiday plus additional purchase options

Training for professional development

Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes

Paid time off for volunteering

Life assurance

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in engineering within manufacturing programs.
• Experience with vehicle under body systems is preferred.
• Familiarity with workshop activities such as fabrication and CNC machining.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering inputs into projects.
• Lead relevant work packages and scope definition.
• Provide input to programme planning and technical liaison with stakeholders.

Skills

Engineering delivery experience

General engineering principles

Data analysis skills

Education

Degree in engineering or science

Tools

CAD tools (CATIA)

PLM tools (Windchill)

Job description

Prodrive Advanced Technology design, develop and produce solutions that enhance our client’s projects and solve their technical challenges. We specialise in active aero systems, intelligent interiors and niche vehicles across automotive, aerospace, defence and marine sectors. Our capabilities span across a wide range of functions including system integration, design engineering, electronics and electrical systems, and chassis engineering.

We are looking for Project Engineers to provide a unified link between Engineering, Programmes & Operations teams, supporting with problem resolution across all projects and ensuring technical delivery to time, cost and quality targets. Projects are likely to be vehicle or mechatronics related, with a focus on the design, development and production of full system solutions.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering inputs into projects, managing internal interfaces including to commercial; programme and operations functions.
• Lead relevant work packages or work streams with the project scope.
• Coordinate, support and provide input to programme planning activities – collating input from discipline and subject matter experts.
• Technical liaison with customers and suppliers.
• Technical ownership of Bill of Materials and coordination of engineering release activities in PLM and ERP/MRP systems.
• Data analysis and reporting of engineering KPIs into the programme and to the Technical Director.
• Support business development activities, typically by coordinating inputs into bids.
• Engage with physical build; issue tracking and investigation (including 8D); and physical validation activities – leading individual workstreams as required.
• Support relevant FMEA reviews (from concept to manufacturing phase).
• Support the design review process and ensure all stakeholders are involved.
• Support systems engineers and technical leads with requirements elicitation and target setting.
• Drive Engineering Sign-off Activities, collating the necessary evidence for gateway approval.

Who are we looking for?

• Educated to degree level with an engineering or science-based degree.
• 3+ years’ experience in an engineering and manufacturing company working on production programmes. Experience gained within an automotive OEM; Tier 1 supplier or design consultancy would be an advantage.
• Effective engineering delivery experience in a vehicle under body systems, e.g. suspension, brakes, steering, transmission, driveline, powertrain and/or EV and hybrid systems, or other complex mechanisms is preferred – particularly mechatronics elements.
• Good understanding of general engineering principles, and experience of working with various engineering disciplines in the mechanical and EE domains.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, technologies, materials and fastening techniques.
• Familiarity with workshop activities such as fabrication, welding, CNC machining.
• Experience with CAD and PLM tools (CATIA and Windchill particularly) is preferred.
• Awareness of data acquisition; calibration and data analysis tools (e.g. Vector products, MATLAB/Simulink) is advantageous.

What can we offer you?

• An attractive salary which will grow in line with your ongoing development and impact
• 25 days holiday (which increases with long service) with an opportunity to purchase up to 15 extra days
• Training opportunities for continuing professional development
• Car and pension salary sacrifice schemes
• Paid time off for volunteering
• Consultations with our Fit 4 Life expert
• Social events throughout the year
• Exclusive company discounts
• Life assurance

We are an equal opportunity employer.

At Prodrive we are committed to attracting and nurturing the best talent and creating an inclusive workplace. We value individual differences and diversity amongst all staff so that everyone has the widest opportunities to maximise their potential. We aim to ensure that no job applicant is placed at a disadvantage by practices or requirements which disproportionately impact protected groups, and which are not justified by the demands of the job. If you feel you are right for this role, we welcome your application.

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