PQ Engineer

  • Coventry
  • On Application
  • Permanent

This role will be part of the PQ function and will provide support to the Lead Engineer. The role will primarily cover Interior Trim Perceived Quality, in support of projects in the design stages of the program.

  • Additional support to be provided on request for part / assembly maturation
  • Root cause analysis support for production / design related concerns for company
  • Review and validation of system integration for Interior themes
  • Development of PQ techniques and processes for company
  • Supporting mentorship and knowledge transfer to PQ methods and processes

Main Activities & Tasks

  • Will report to the Head of team (PQ Lead Engineer will manage daily activities) CAD operation skills essential – The successful candidate will be able to create and manipulate geometry for primary communication of Gap & Rad Planning PQ Requirements. (Expectation is that at least 50% time utilisation will be for geometry generation and amendment)
  • Catia V5 operative skills – 2D data & sectional data. (Key module utilisation: Part Design & Geometric Surface Design)
  • TCUA (Team Centre) PLM utilisation is desirable
  • Generation and development of the PQ activities for Interior Trim
  • Support PQ Lead Engineer on complete vehicle activities
  • Generation and maintenance of the Gap & Rad Plan
  • Support the PQ Lead in mentorship of engineering teams in understanding and applying designs and engineering execution which achieves PQ targets. Demonstrate confidence in considering the holistic requirements of parts and systems (die and draft angles, grain depths, weak steel conditions, lifter integration, TPL position, assembly sequence, tooling access, accommodation of tolerance & build variation, appropriate radii, minimum flange lengths, clipping and locator positions, etc)
  • Support the PQ Lead in performing digital reviews and sign-off events for PQ related activities on Interior systems
  • Development of Product Attribute Targets based upon the Product Attribute PALS positioning for PQ
  • Develop Scope of Work with key deliverables identified
  • Assist with the Benchmarking of competitor vehicles & reporting findings
  • Support Optical Quality & Perceived Quality development & assessment activities
  • Work with PQ Team overseas standards, processes and guidelines.

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    Triage & Integration Engineer – ADAS

    • Coventry
    • Competitive
    • Permanent Full Time

    A leading software supplier to the automotive industry is looking for a Triage & Integration Engineer – ADAS to join their Coventry based team on a permanent basis.

    This is an on site role, Mon-Friday and we’re looking for someone with over 5 years of experience in the field.

    In the day to day, you’ll be analysing and identifying any issues or bugs in the autonomous driving codebase, providing timely and effective fixes to ensure minimum downtime and working collaboratively with external teams to resolve any problems related to software, hardware or integration.

    We’re looking for someone with strong debugging skills in POSIX and/or Classic AUTOSAR, proven experience with Trace32 or JTAG debuggers and expereince with CI/CD, GIT and JIRA.

    You’ll be able to work effectively within a team and have very strong communication skills. Any experience in Cybersecurity and QNX is a bonus.

    You’ll be working for a multi national company that is a global partner to the automotive and mobility ecosystem, has engineering centres all across the world and offers unrivalled career progression.

    Roles and Responsibilities:

    • Analyze and identify issues or bugs in the autonomous driving codebase, including algorithms, vehicle control systems, and sensor integrations.
    • Provide timely and effective fixes to ensure minimal downtime and improved system performance.
    • Liaise with third-party vendors, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to communicate identified issues, gather input, and coordinate on solutions.
    • Work collaboratively with external teams to resolve any technical problems related to software, hardware, or integration in autonomous systems.
    • Take ownership of assigned tickets or tasks, ensuring they are resolved within the agreed-upon Service Level Agreement (SLA) timelines.
    • Track progress, maintain detailed records of issues, and follow through to ensure timely resolution of problems.
    • Work extensively within the Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) environment, including setup, configuration, and validation of hardware and software components
    • Conduct system-level debugging, logging, and data analysis to identify root causes of issues within the HIL environment.
    • Identify, triage, and fix issues during HIL validation and vehicle-level testing for autonomous driving systems.
    • Collaborate with other teams such as simulation, testing, and development teams to ensure smooth integration of new code and features in both HIL and vehicle setups.
    • Continuously monitor, identify, and suggest improvements to enhance system performance, stability, and robustness based on the issues encountered.

    Required Skills:

    • Strong debugging skills in POSIX and/or Classic AUTOSAR.
    • Experience with CI/CD, GIT, JIRA.
    • Proven experience with Trace32 or JTAG debuggers.
    • Experience in the programming languages (embedded C/C++).
    • Strong communication and coordination skills.

    Good to have skills:

    • Experience in Cybersecurity.
    • Experience with QNX.

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      Internal Sales Manager

      • Cardiff
      • £60,000 - £65,000 OTE
      • Permanent

      Are You looking for a new Internal Sales Manager position?

      Our client is all about people. They believe in working together, doing what’s right, and going the extra mile – not just for their customers, but for their team members too. Their consultative and comprehensive approach means they pride themselves on offering exceptional sales and technical support, in-house training, and top-tier logistics.

      Why You’ll Love Being Part of the Team

      You’ll become part of a vibrant, informal, and supportive team that thrives on collaboration and mutual respect. In a dynamic and engaging work environment where every voice is heard, and every contribution is valued. Employees are empowered to bring their best selves to work every day.

      Your Role as Internal Sales Manager

      As Internal Sales Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind growth in your region and within your team. A dynamic and motivated leader who is ready to lead by example in all sales activities. In this role, you’ll mentor, coach, and inspire your team to reach new heights while expanding market share.

      What You’ll Be Doing:

      • Drive Sales and Market Share: Lead the expansion of our presence in your region, focusing on our strategic brands.
      • Mentor and Develop Your Team: Coach and develop your direct reports, helping them reach their full potential.
      • Build Strong Customer Relationships: Cultivate and strengthen positive relationships with our existing customers.
      • Drive Sales Performance: Monitor the daily sales budget, keep your team on track, and address any shortfalls. Generate regular reports and statistics for monthly management meetings and ad hoc needs.
      • CRM Management: Ensure all CRM records are accurate and up to date, with complete information on customer activities.
      • Additional Duties: Be ready to take on other tasks as needed to support the business.

      What you’ll have:

      • Sales experience, within security distribution sector or similar.
      • Experience of using Navision, or any CRM/ERP system.
      • Excellent empathy skills.
      • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tasks concurrently.
      • Excellent attention to detail.
      • Ability to understand market pricing and gross profit expectation.
      • Ability to understand basic technical product information.
      • Formal sales qualification/training.
      • Planning, managing and adjusting staffing levels to meet daily operational requirements of the department.
      • To be involved in the recruiting and training of staff, as per identified learning and development needs.

      What you’ll get

      • Competitive salary and Commission £60-65K (OTE).
      • 25 days’ annual leave (increasing to 27 upon 3 years’ service) Plus Bank Holidays. Buy/sell up to 3 days holiday per year.
      • Group pension scheme (increasing employer contributions upon 3 years’ service).
      • Private medical insurance (upon completion of probation period).
      • Life Assurance – DIS benefit (upon completion of probation period).
      • Monthly Free Lunch Day.
      • Regular team building and fundraising events and activities.

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        • Leicestershire
        • Up to £60,000pa
        • Full-Time

        Our client is looking for a Senior Buyer to join a thriving team, focused on £m’s of spend across multiple categories who will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, products, and services.

        • Managing supplier relationships, ensuring cost-effective purchasing, maintaining inventory levels, and supporting the overall supply chain strategy.
        • Analyse market trends and conduct cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
        • Implement cost reduction initiatives and track their impact on the procurement budget.
        • Monitor and report on procurement KPIs, including cost savings and supplier performance.

        The Successful Applicant

        To be successful in this role, you must have the following experience:

        • FMCG experience
        • Strong supplier negotiations with excellent communication skills
        • Cost savings and other achievements
        • The ability to challenge the norm, in a constructive and professional manner
        • Global sourcing experience

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          • UK
          • On Application
          • Permanent

          Lead Alias Modeller

          • Excellent Alias Skills
          • Motivate and Manage a team
          • Hands on role
          • Excellent Salary and Benefits

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            Senior Studio Engineer

            • Warwickshire
            • £45,000 p.a - Hybrid
            • Full-Time

            Lead Studio Engineer

            The studio engineering role will contribute to the development and ongoing improvement of our clients world class UK design operation.

            Main Activities & Tasks

            Studio Engineering TECHNICAL SPECIALIST

            • Provide studio engineering support from initial concept design through manufacturing feasibility to prototype development and into volume production and vehicle launch.
            • EXPERT Knowledge required in the areas of Studio Engineering and Design support, incl. Class A surfacing, BIW and Trim (interior and exterior) design and development
            • Analyzing daily package and feasibility issues with Design, Clay / Digital Modelling and engineering teams and proposing world-class solutions
            • MANAGING Surface and Design reviews to highlight and clarify areas of concern, and also to propose appropriate solutions
            • Support the VCIM (Vehicle Concepts Integration Meeting) process
            • Participation in aerodynamic reviews / other technical & functional reviews.
            • Preparing technical proposals, vehicle overlays, comparison sections, data sheets, screenshots and power points to present at design reviews.
            • Interpreting legislative requirements such as vision angles / zones, etc. to ensure compliance by the Design Surface Models.
            • Verifying data and distributing between Engineering, Modelling, Manufacturing and Suppliers
            • Performing Formal Data Release into TCUA database and distribution of release notes
            • Assist core engineering team with the development of the Master Sections Book
            • Attending meetings with manufacturers of both interior and exterior model stacks to resolve on-going issues in a time-effective way
            • Checking incoming data to confirm feasibility and compatibility with design intent
            • Coordination and facilitation of multiple cross-functional teams and studio engineers to resolve issues
            • Support of issues management process and Design feasibility check FC process.

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              Quality Inspector – 2 roles available – 3 month contract

              • Woking
              • Early Shift, £28.60ph /Late Shift, £32.50ph
              • Contract Full Time

              One of the World’s leading supercar brands is looking to add two Quality Inspectors to their team for a three month contract.

              The role of Quality Inspector encompasses the following activities –

              • Determines the severity of defects according to MPA scoring guidelines and ensures that issues are corrected prior to sale forward.
              • Performs inspection of reworked vehicles to ensure quality levels meet customer expectations (“Down-score”).
              • Completes vehicle Customer Acceptance Line Inspections (“CAL”).
              • Function checks finished vehicles to ensure all systems operate correctly (“Function Confirmation”).
              • Buy-off of vehicle specification, including weights and accessories(“Pre-FOK”)
              • Pre-transit quality buy-off with transport logistics / despatch.
              • Inputs and maintains data into the Quality database (CDB)
              • Perform Torque Assurance checks across various fixing points in General assembly
              • Completes the sale process for the car from MPC into distribution (“FOK”)

              This is an on-site role in Woking.

              This is a contract role inside of IR35 and would be a combination of Early and Late shifts.

              I’m looking to set up interviews quickly for this role, so please get in touch ASAP if interested,

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                Vehicle Despatch Assistant

                • Woking
                • £13ph PAYE, £17.13ph Umbrella
                • Contract Full Time

                Purpose of the Role

                To ensure on time and uninterrupted despatching of the client’s vehicles within the UK distribution supply chain network by supporting the Vehicle Distribution team with the preparation and handover of finished vehicles from Production to the Logistics Service Provider (LSP) network.

                • Engaging with key stakeholders on production output and quality issues to ensure the distribution plan meets the changing business requirements.
                • Collaborating with the LSP network of transport drivers to ensure prompt despatching of vehicles in line with the distribution plan.
                • Maintaining and improving best practices for the physical handling of vehicles from production receipt through to handover to LSPs.
                • Providing administrative support to the Vehicle Distribution team in the processing of vehicle despatch and shipment booking documentation, including record retention.

                Role Dimensions:
                Based on site in Woking; Vehicle Despatch area.
                Temporary role to run parallel with Production operating schedules, including shift patterns.

                Principal Accountabilities

                The Vehicle Despatch Assistant will be responsible for:

                • Daily interaction with Production and Quality department to assess vehicle output versus the forecasted distribution plan, in order to support vehicle throughout Despatch.
                • Inspection of finished vehicles at the point of handover from Production / Quality to the Logistics department to ensure vehicles are suitable for transport.
                • Application of vehicle protection products, including fitment of full body covers (where required) to maintain vehicle quality throughout the distribution supply chain.
                • Preparation of vehicle handover documentation and associated record retention.
                • Conducting external vehicle handovers with LSP transport personnel to agree and accurately record vehicle condition at the point of despatch.
                • Auditing of road transporters, LSP personnel and loading operations in accordance with the client’s quality standard.
                • Recording and processing vehicle movements on internal IT systems and tracking tools.
                • Assisting the Vehicle Distribution team with the processing and archiving of shipment booking documentation, where required.
                • Collation of daily despatch activity data to support department performance reviews relating to:
                  – Vehicle quality issues
                  – Handovers and inspections
                  – Transporter and personnel audits
                  – Transporter capacity utilisation
                • Assisting with reviews of quality standards and operating procedures in relation to vehicle despatch, to ensure current methods represent best practises and are aligned with changing business processes and model variants.
                • Supporting the Vehicle Distribution team with development of IT systems where required.

                Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

                • Experience in handling the despatch of finished products, ideally within the automotive industry, is of distinct advantage.
                • Ability to engage with and influence key stakeholders to achieve business targets in relation to the distribution plan is essential.
                • Confidence with inspecting and preparing finished end products for despatch is essential.
                • Knowledge of logistics / export documentation would be beneficial.
                • Auditing experience of internal/external processes and networks would be beneficial.
                • IT Skills, including MS Office and SAP, are preferable.
                • Full UK driving licence is essential

                Personal Attributes:

                • Thrives in an ever changing and challenging environment.
                • Exceptionally organized and takes pride in personal tasks
                • Demonstrates high level of commitment to achieving objectives
                • Self-confident and highly motivated
                • Team player who can also work independently

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                  Handy Person

                  • Coventry
                  • Upon application
                  • Contract Full Time

                  We are looking for a Handyperson to join our busy facilities within Coventry. The role is a multi-skilled position that will involve providing reactive day to day repairs and maintenance across 4 sites, aiming to achieve a first time fix where possible or managing the sites expectations and ensuring a follow on service is provided.

                  Key Responsibilities
                  • General Inspection, repair and maintenance of site facilities
                  • Painting and Decorating
                  • Wall finishes
                  • Basic carpentry
                  • Basic Plumbing
                  • Woodwork, plastering, general decoration, wall and floor tiling including fixtures and fittings
                  • General Labouring duties as and when required
                  • Ensuring Health and Safety practices are in place
                  • Flexibility in hours and site attendance
                  • To report to and liaise with the Supervisor to ensure efficient service delivery
                  • To complete work sheets and reports when required including the maintenance ticketing system.
                  •  Must be prepared to undertake any additional training associated with the specific requirements of the trade, as well as training in Diversity and Inclusion

                  Our ideal candidate will have the ability to work on their own with good time-keeping and attendance, excellent communication skills, flexibility with hours to meet business needs as well as relevant qualifications.

                  If you believe you have the right skills, please get in touch.

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                    Model Maker – Contract role – 2 positions available – Outside of IR35

                    • Coventry
                    • £67,600 - £83,200 annual salary, DOE. This role is outside of IR35
                    • Contract

                    I am working with an independent Design, Prototype, Engineering and Technology firm who are looking to add two hard modellers/model makers to their team with view of an immediate start.

                    They are looking for experienced candidate to come and join them work on projects involving show cars.

                    The client is based in North Coventry, and have been operating for nearly ten years. They work with both OEMs and Startups and have a true passion for design and engineering. Their site is quirky and modern, and the team is friendly and welcoming,

                    Standard hours for this role would be 7am-5pm, Monday to Friday. As projects approach completion however, there may be a need for longer hours to be worked to get over the finish line.

                    Key responsibilities would include:

                    • Working on Show Car builds to a very high standard
                    • Working with laminates, model board, wood work and steel fabrication
                    • Having a good understanding of instructions, designs and drawing
                    • Preparing and building models
                    • Have a good knowledge of mechanical assembly and metrology
                    • Be able to work as part of a team

                    To be considered for this role you must have proven experience of working as a hard modeller/model maker.

                    We cannot offer sponsorship for this role, so you must have full right to work in the UK to be considered.

                    The pay range for this role is between £26 and £32 per hour dependent on skills and experience (£67,600 – £83,200 annual salary, based on a 50 hour week)

                    This role is outside of IR35

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