Job summary

Our client, a prestigious organisation in automotive, is currently seeking a Senior Design Engineer - Value Engineering to join their team. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to enhance value across various components and processes.

Key skills required for this role

Mechanical; Cost, Value estimation, continuous improvement

Important

Mechanical; Cost, Value estimation, continuous improvement

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering engineering solutions to support the continuous improvement in the value of current production and development motorcycles.
• Ensuring projects meet defined time, cost, quality, and specification requirements.
• Working as part of a cross-functional team to identify and define opportunities for value engineering.
• Engaging technically with international suppliers to develop and agree on component specifications.
• Taking responsibility for technically demanding tasks within the team.
• Communicating and collaborating across the supply/value chain to maximise teamwork and effectiveness.
• Creating and maintaining detailed project plans to ensure deliverables are met.
• Delivering against Key Performance Indicators driven by cost, time, quality, and specification targets.
• Following and challenging established processes and procedures to minimise project risks and maximise department effectiveness.
• Offering support and advice to less experienced team members, driving best practices.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in a mechanical design role, particularly within the automotive or manufacturing sectors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.
• Strong technical judgement and collaborative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to think ahead, considering risk and mitigations for designs.
• Experience working in a value engineering-related role is a plus.
• Relevant engineering degree (MEng or BEng) in a related subject.
• Willingness to take on accountability and follow tasks through to completion.

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work with a leading automotive OEM.
• Engagement with international suppliers, potentially involving travel.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.

If you are a skilled Senior Design Engineer with a passion for the automotive industry, we would be delighted to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's esteemed team in Hinckley.