Prototype Vehicle Support Engineer

REQ ID: 113259
JOB TITLE: Prototype Vehicle Support Engineer
SALARY: Competitive
POSTING END DATE: 16 February 2023
LOCATION: Warwickshire

We’re re-examining our vehicles and what a vehicle means in the emerging world of automation, connectedness, electrification and the shared economy. New ideas, new technology, and new approaches to mobility are our business. Join a team of next generation thinkers.

WHAT TO EXPECT

This is where it all begins. We develop the new concepts that go on to become new Jaguars and Land Rovers. So, the emphasis is on building strong strategic, technical and financial foundations right from the start.

The role will be part of the Prototype Vehicle Management Team (PVMT), within Build & Test Operations (EO-2). The successful candidate will support the management and running of vehicles across all programmes and platforms, as required, from early prototype phase to Job1 plus 90. This opportunity exists within a small team so flexibility, performance under pressure & attention to detail are key, along with a proven engineering background

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Support the PVMT Lead engineers, and Testing & Development Engineers with the day-to-day fleet management activities
• Support prototype builds at pilot plant by conducting road tests, supporting End of Line teams and handing vehicles to first users.
• Oversee part, software & RIS updates ensuring accurate & precise records are kept.
• Help prioritise vehicles through workshops, and remove roadblocks to increase vehicle utilisation
• Liaise with Customers to ensure that the service provided meets & exceeds expectations
• Support resource management meetings within the Build & Test Ops arena to ensure workload balance
• Manage & actively encourage Zero Harm principles within the area

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Full UK driving Licence
• A vehicle based background, with strong electrical and mechanical knowledge, including EV system functionality and diagnostics.
• Computer literate and proficient use of MS office tools, to create and interpret tracking documents to a standard to use as report outs to all levels of the business.
• Good understanding and appreciation for current business objectives & behaviours
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels both internally and external

Desirable

• Previous experience of managing vehicles & update/ rework programmes
• Knowledge of vehicle software tools for diagnostics and updates.
• Vehicle evaluation and sign off experience, related to identifying vehicle issues and assessing vehicles fit for purpose.
• Experience in use of business SW tools including Fleet Management System, Tableau, JIRA
• Advanced driving qualifications / permits.

Personal Profile:

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  An individual, who works independently, is results driven, demonstrating tenacity, drive and perseverance with the ability to deliver operational plans in a complex, highly demanding environment.
• An individual with the capability to combine a short term, pragmatic focus with medium term planning
• Resilient and enthusiastic who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs
• A good communicator with the ability to communicate complex ideas
• An effective team player, who actively supports and develops team members

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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.