Senior Manager – Engine Design & Release

Job title:

Senior Manager – Engine Design & Release

Company

Jaguar Land Rover

Job description

POSITION: Senior Manager, Engine Design & ReleasePOSTING END DATE: 22/07/2024LOCATION: Coventry, West MidlandsSALARY: CompetitiveJLR is a House of Brands. Range Rover. Defender. Discovery. Jaguar. Truly distinct, global brands that embrace our modernist design philosophy and are emotionally compelling and unique. JLR’s Reimagine strategy – to realise our vision to be proud creators of the most desirable, modern luxury brands, for the most discerning of clients – is delivering a sustainability-rich vision of modern luxury by design and we are transforming our business to become carbon net zero across our supply chain, products, and operations by 2039.WHAT TO EXPECTThe role leads all Internal Combustion Engine design and release activity for all JLR projects. Working as an integral part of the senior team this role will focus on the technical integration, component and system delivery for all JLR internal combustion engine projects designed in the UK for UK and global manufacture. This role is also responsible for DVP&R formulation, execution and Quality – having full product cycle responsibility.The role demands strong technical leadership combined with a versatile, agile approach to the changing circumstances within programmes and an ability to be able to manage conflicting priorities between programmes in a positive and proactive manner.Governing control, evolving departmental skills and processes to improve delivery precision, control and engineering integrity are fundamental requirements of the role. In addition, managing resources, budgets and balancing attributes to deliver world class quality across concurrent programmes are key requirements of the role.THE ROLEKey Responsibilities

• Champion a quality focus for current engineering and future model activities
• Lead the development and maintenance of all appropriate JLR standards – to provide world class engine design capability, specifications & targets
• Deliver robust design solutions that comply with programme attributes within an agreed manufacturing bill of process to PSW timing
• Lead the team to deliver a set of global targets & strategies that demonstrate world class engineering quality
• Lead the forecasting and budgeting to support individual programme needs
• Set the pace & standards of operation to match JLR operational ambitions
• Be the Primary lead for technical issue resolution and escalation within programmes for core engineering design issues
• Responsible for engineering sign off at FEC at component/system & whole engine level
• Ensure that commodity system strategies are followed by the core team and that they are compatible with should design, Bill of Process, cost and service targets and that the system strategy papers comply with Commodity Business Plan timing
• Lead cross functional initiatives to improve engineering best practice to facilitate design for manufacture, design for service and design for assembly

Key Performance Indicators

• Clear technical strategy in place
• Engineering technical progression and releases evidenced based and fully robust
• Active design, sourcing, verification, release and launch plans in place for all programmes
• DVP&R formulation and execution to deliver ‘world class’ quality
• Q,C,W,F &T attributes balanced to satisfaction of internal and external customers
• Quality control – ASPIRE project throughput, R’s & A’s/1000, CPU and customer surveys

Key Interactions

• Interfacing departments enabling efficient delivery of the best viable product
• Plant manufacturing and manufacturing engineering
• Matched pair with commodity purchase
• Matched delivery alignment with STA organisation
• Interfacing with all programme customers with respect to delivery metrics
• Demonstrating quality of engineering at all levels in director reviews and quality reviews

WHAT YOU’LL NEEDEssential Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Strong technical background with proven knowledge of Internal Combustion Engine engineering
• A deep understanding of design principles and the robust application of quality tools within an engineering environment
• Strong leadership skills to direct a large team of engineering specialists
• A passion for continuous improvement and a drive and energy to constantly improve the deployment and use of improved engineering standards and processes throughout the department
• Ability to demonstrate strong technical leadership in problem resolution
• An ability to communicate a technical vision and to develop a comprehensive business case to support delivery
• Strong commercial and business acumen to be able to forecast accurate budgets for a large department
• Degree in mechanical, electro-mechanical or automotive engineering

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Ability to communicate overall engine technical strategy at all levels within JLR and to drive technical excellence and strategic direction in all engine systems
• Ability to act in an entrepreneurial environment and be resourceful and resilient to the changing demands of the business
• Proven knowledge and skills in evaluating new technologies in determining strategic direction for the implementation into mainstream programmes

Personal ProfileEssential

• Demonstrates our Creators’ Code behaviours of Customer Love, Unity, Integrity, Growth and Impact.
• An individual with drive and motivation to achieve the highest standards of quality
• Results focused with a continuous improvement mind-set
• Able to convert complex strategies and scenarios into clear direction for the team
• Confident leader of a large team of engineers

Desirable

• Experience delivering Internal Combustion Engines
• Knowledge of programme delivery gateway processes
• Skilled in complex contract negotiations with excellent commercial acumen

#WEAREJLRAt JLR, we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of our global customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work and reach their full potential.You will find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, access to select two of our luxury premium vehicles to lease at an extremely favourable cost compared to traditional company car lease schemes, membership of a competitive pension plan, private medical cover (which includes travel insurance) and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR 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 JLR, 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.#WEAREJLRAt JLR we are passionate about our people. They are at the heart of our business. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive culture that is representative of our global customers and the society in which we live; a culture in which every one of our employees can bring their authentic self to work, and reach their full potential.OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESSFind out what to expect at each stage of the process along with some hints and tips.INSIDE JLRFind out more about working here in our JLR Life Blog:WHAT WE OFFERWe look after our employees by offering a host of benefits and investing in their talent through award-winning training

Expected salary

Location

England

Job date

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 02:43:20 GMT

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