Technical Manager - Automotive
- Recruiter
- Resource Group Worcester
- Location
- Portsmouth
- Salary
- 60000.00 GBP Annual
- Posted
- 16 Feb 2017
- Closes
- 24 Feb 2017
- Sectors
- Automotive & Driving
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Job Title: Technical Manager - Automotive
Location: South
Salary: GBP 60,000pa
Job No: J526827
JOB PURPOSE
Technically responsible for new product research & development from concept to production readiness - Actuator & Power fold applications in Mirror systems. Achieving performance, quality, cost and timing targets according approved financial baselines and product specifications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Solution Development and Delivery
Provides technical direction for the development, design, and systems integration of innovation from design team from TRL phase through implementation.
Applies significant knowledge of industry trends and developments.
Reviews work of development team.
Easily recognizes system deficiencies and implements effective solutions.
- Technical Effort Management
Creates and executes development plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
Keeps project manager well informed of status of development effort and serves as liaison between development staff and project manager.
Ensures technical teams are contributing to our code library.
Owns the development lifecycle and is responsible for managing technical risks throughout the project.
Communicates and enforces coding standards
Performs code reviews and mentors junior developers.
Manages technical resources within budget and project schedule.
Consistently delivers high-quality services to our clients.
CAREER PATH CORE COMPETENCIES
- Technical Expertise
Understands complexities of Actuator & Power fold applications in Mirror systems, concepts and effectively employs different database design techniques.
Possesses demonstrated work experience with in the specified field of Mirror systems
Understands engineering concepts and consistently applies them in life cycle management.
Understands the design process.
- Communication
Facilitates team and client meetings effectively.
Holds regular status meetings with development team.
Keeps development team well informed of changes within the organization and general corporate news.
Delivers engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.
Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion.
Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.
PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Client Management
THE CANDIDATE
The successful applicant for the role of Technical Manager will be experienced in a similar role within an automotive first tier supplier or an automotive OEM.
Product design experience within Mirror Systems - essential
CAD experience (Catia 5)
Previous experience of customer / supplier liaison
Experience of the total design to manufacturing process
Mechanical Engineering Degree level as a minimum
Knowledge of Actuators / Drive train / Materials
DFM / DFA / VE / VA / FMA
Thorough knowledge of injection mould tool design
FMEA / DRBFM
Proven leadership skills
Problem solving
Proven component design experience
Presentation skills
TS 16949 / ISO 14001
Current passport
Current driving licence
Financially aware & strong negotiator
To Apply:
If you think that this role is of interest and you wish to apply please contact Toby Richardson at Resource Group either by telephone: [Phone number removed] or email: [Email address removed]
Resource Group are acting as an employment business/agency in relation to this vacancy.
Location: South
Salary: GBP 60,000pa
Job No: J526827
JOB PURPOSE
Technically responsible for new product research & development from concept to production readiness - Actuator & Power fold applications in Mirror systems. Achieving performance, quality, cost and timing targets according approved financial baselines and product specifications.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Solution Development and Delivery
Provides technical direction for the development, design, and systems integration of innovation from design team from TRL phase through implementation.
Applies significant knowledge of industry trends and developments.
Reviews work of development team.
Easily recognizes system deficiencies and implements effective solutions.
- Technical Effort Management
Creates and executes development plans and revises as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
Keeps project manager well informed of status of development effort and serves as liaison between development staff and project manager.
Ensures technical teams are contributing to our code library.
Owns the development lifecycle and is responsible for managing technical risks throughout the project.
Communicates and enforces coding standards
Performs code reviews and mentors junior developers.
Manages technical resources within budget and project schedule.
Consistently delivers high-quality services to our clients.
CAREER PATH CORE COMPETENCIES
- Technical Expertise
Understands complexities of Actuator & Power fold applications in Mirror systems, concepts and effectively employs different database design techniques.
Possesses demonstrated work experience with in the specified field of Mirror systems
Understands engineering concepts and consistently applies them in life cycle management.
Understands the design process.
- Communication
Facilitates team and client meetings effectively.
Holds regular status meetings with development team.
Keeps development team well informed of changes within the organization and general corporate news.
Delivers engaging, informative, well-organized presentations.
Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion.
Understands how to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully.
PROFESSIONAL QUALITIES
- Leadership
- Teamwork
- Client Management
THE CANDIDATE
The successful applicant for the role of Technical Manager will be experienced in a similar role within an automotive first tier supplier or an automotive OEM.
Product design experience within Mirror Systems - essential
CAD experience (Catia 5)
Previous experience of customer / supplier liaison
Experience of the total design to manufacturing process
Mechanical Engineering Degree level as a minimum
Knowledge of Actuators / Drive train / Materials
DFM / DFA / VE / VA / FMA
Thorough knowledge of injection mould tool design
FMEA / DRBFM
Proven leadership skills
Problem solving
Proven component design experience
Presentation skills
TS 16949 / ISO 14001
Current passport
Current driving licence
Financially aware & strong negotiator
To Apply:
If you think that this role is of interest and you wish to apply please contact Toby Richardson at Resource Group either by telephone: [Phone number removed] or email: [Email address removed]
Resource Group are acting as an employment business/agency in relation to this vacancy.