Role description

At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the world's leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth, we are now recruiting for EDU Manufacturing Process Engineer to be based at our customer's site in Whitley

Our Engineering Research and Development department (ER&D) is a fast-growing function within Tata Technologies Limited that is assembled to work on exciting projects globally for multiple customers. It comprises highly specialized engineers across Automotive, Aerospace and Industrial Heavy Machinery.

The Opportunity

This opportunity for an ambitious Manufacturing Engineer to join the PTME EDU assembly team. This team supports pioneering electrification developments in support of the Jaguar Land Rover high profile range of exciting electric vehicles. You will be at the fore front of developing new, technologically advanced, electric propulsion systems.

The PTME EDU assembly team is responsible for the development and introduction of industry leading processes and facilities incorporating state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies. The successful applicant will be working closely with Product Development Engineers and suppliers to ensure that EDU system designs meet world class quality and efficiency standards.

The role offers the exciting opportunity of periodic European & Overseas travel to work alongside technology leading suppliers.

This role offers an opportunity to be part of a dynamic, inclusive and collaborative team with the benefit of significant scope for personal and professional development.

Key Performance Indicator
• Delivery of robust assembly processes and equipment to safety, quality and cost expectations
• Adherence to all JLR / PTME systems and processes for new product introduction
• Support Product Creation and Delivery Systems (PCDS) and Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) to ensure gateway adherence.
• Zero defect launch
• Zero accident installation in line with JLR's Destination Zero vision. Zero Ergonomic Red issues at launch.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• You will utilise your knowledge to develop and implement assembly processes and facilities to deliver the safety, quality delivery and cost objectives
• Detailed planning, development and implementation of installation timing plans with key suppliers. Ensure robust process planning including build simulations and PFMEA's.
• Support assembly process strategy for manufacturing.
• Feasibility of design to suit modern assembly and test requirements
• Assembly process & equipment verification at suppliers and at manufacturing facility
• Support management activities through development and monitoring of timing plan
• Support new model planning through development of process estimates against study requests
• Manage technical issues and escalate where appropriate.

• Achieve equipment capability and availability targets.
• Support the resolution of technical issues where appropriate.
• Planning, developing and implementation of all written Processes for manufacturing.
• Planning, developing and implementation of all tooling, jigs and fixtures for manufacturing. Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time.

• Previous experience of Manufacturing / Engineering processes, tools and techniques, especially for Electrical Drive Units
• Proven PFMEA and Control Plan experience to lead structured risk analysis and develop comprehensive process controls.
• Experience of facility installation, project management, capability validation, commissioning and product launch.
• Ability to solve problems technical and manufacturing issues.

• Candidates should be self-motivated with sound Engineering, communication skills, ideally with experience within volume manufacturing.
• Ability to work within cross-functional teams and flexibility to support projects from early concepts to Launch.
• Good IT skills and competent with MS Office Applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word and Project).
• Ability to use CAD packages to review engineering drawings and models (Catia V6 & Teamcenter etc)
• Ideally, educated to Degree level, HNC / HND in Manufacturing Systems or a similar engineering discipline. However, candidates with relevant experience will also be considered.
• Understanding of safe automated and manual manufacturing system
• Previous project management experience advantageous
• Working understanding of GSPAS or similar process creation systems advantageous
• Highly motivated and able to work under own initiative.

Personal Profile
• An individual with a customer first mindset who is easy to do business with.
• An individual that demonstrates tenacity, with the ability to deliver in a manufacturing environment.
• An individual who acts quickly and can facilitate issue resolution
• An effective team player who can manage relationships in a collaborative way
• A good communicator
• Good sense of personal organization and time management.

In return for bringing your expertise to our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:
• Pension Scheme - We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary
• 25 Days' Holiday
• Private Health Care
• Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme - up to 20% off new JLR vehicles
• Group Income Protection
• Health Assured - Employee Assistance Program
• Group Life Assurance
• Health Shield - Private Health Cash Plan

If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you.