Qualifications
Key Responsibilities:Oversee the production release of all closure mechanisms related to door and glass operations, including latches, handles, release cables, and window regulators. Lead collaborative development efforts involving body engineering, studio design, and customer experience teams. Manage component release for closure mechanisms throughout the program lifecycle, including concept design, supplier engagement, BOM management, systems requirements, simulation analysis, prototyping, validation testing, and production assistance. Support supplier selection and development in collaboration with purchasing and suppliers. Develop best practices for design and release engineering. Manage part system, subsystem, and component information through the Enovia PLM to Catia V6 environment. Engage in discussions during body design reviews as a stakeholder and representative of closures mechanisms. Mentor junior engineers and champion sound design principles within the body system and across the vehicle. Requirements:Proven knowledge of automotive design and development processes, system requirements, and engineering best practices. Strong understanding of closure mechanisms and the balance of design, functionality, and user experience. Solid grasp of first-principle physics as it relates to closure systems, including loads, forces, and overall system functionality.
About the job
Body Closures Design and Release Engineer
Are you ready to advance your career in automotive engineering? We are seeking a talented Body Closures Design and Release Engineer who possesses a deep understanding of automotive design processes, system requirements, and exemplary engineering practices. If you have expertise in closure mechanisms and can navigate the complexities of design, packaging, functionality, and customer experience, we want to hear from you!
This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the world’s pioneering Electric Adventure Vehicle companies, an innovative American automotive technology firm. We are looking for a passionate engineer to become an integral part of our body engineering team at our production facility located in Chertsey, Surrey.
If you are enthusiastic about contributing to an exciting, permanent position with excellent salary and benefits, look no further!
About Contechs Consulting Limited
Contechs Consulting Limited is a leading player in automotive engineering, specializing in innovative design solutions for electric vehicles. With a commitment to quality and excellence, we foster an environment where technology meets creativity, driving the future of automotive engineering.