Vehicle Dimension Engineer

Role: Vehicle Dimension Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Work in cross-functional teams with colleagues across Manufacturing, Product Engineering, Stampings, Design, Quality, Supplier Technical Assistance, Programme Management and Purchasing.
• Evaluate Dimensional Feasibility of the product design, identifying technical issues and ensuring design entitlement to deliver quality targets.
• Direct and improve virtual BIW assembly simulation methods and process.
• Propose solutions using internal and external benchmarking.
• Liaise with suppliers, internal and external, to ensure simulation process is robust.
• Develop part and assembly location strategies, agreeing with stakeholders.
• Analyze measurement data, both at part and assembly levels.
• Problem-solve build issues and drive issue resolution.
• Support Lead Engineer or Line Manager in programme reviews.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Follow and develop functional standards.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Effective Communicator; Verbal and Written. Able to present data and information in a variety of forums and to key stakeholders.
• Computer Literacy
• Strong Experience using CAD Packages (CATIA/3DExperience or Autoform)
• Good knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications
• Self-Motivated individual, who takes full ownership for deliverables.
• A team player who can collaborate effectively and is willing to support other team members.
• Resilient and Enthusiastic, who responds constructively to new ideas and inputs.
• Challenges in a constructive manner, whilst building credibility and trust.
• Understanding of Manufacturing Processes & Lean Principles.
• Adept at Problem Solving and Data Analysis.

Qualifications

• Automotive background – with understanding of Manufacturing Processes (ideally Stamping, Body-in-White and General Assembly).
• Simulation Software Experience (Stamping Simulation, FEA, CAE).
• Degree / Higher National Certificate / Diploma in relevant Engineering discipline.
• Understanding of either of the following:
• Body-In-White Structure assembly methods.
• Closure assembly methods, including hemming.
• Understanding of part/assembly Location Strategy Principals.
• Relevant Dimensional / Tooling Maturation experience including R&R studies.
• Metrology experience.
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric, Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• Six Sigma Training.
• Strong CAD Skills using CATIA V6/3DExperience.