Forseven, a revolutionary company looking to transform the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices, are seeking an exceptional Project Engineer in structures to join our highly skills and dynamic Engineering team.
This pivotal role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of one of our offices near Warwick, Guildford or Bicester where the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, Forseven offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.
The Opportunity:
As a Project Engineer specialising in body structures, you'll be responsible for the project engineering for our innovative vehicle models. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the success of our projects, and you'll have the opportunity to contribute your expertise to drive innovation and excellence.
What you’ll do:
* Own attributes status on BIW. This covers tracking, management and reporting.
* Support and coordinate DFM supplier activities and feedback to engineering team.
* Supporting engineering team on design releases process, tracking & reporting.
* Direct report into PM function and working under Lead Engineers.
* Owner of project related presentations. Produce PMST slides with leads and produces PMT slide with PM.
* Owner of project related documents. Owns the ETRS (tracking, reporting and completion).
* Monitors and reports cost and mass information, BOM management.
* Supports creation of, PBOM, BOP and Metal tree.
* Issue tracking and reporting for lead engineers (Jira).
* Supports information packs for RFI/RFQ/DCS's and direct involvement in match trio (procurement, SQA, engineering).
* Supports DFMEA and DVP processes.
* Identify and report on any areas that require improvement.
* Experienced in supplier communications.
* BIW experience is a requirement for the role and start-up experience is a benefit.
* Supporting cost and mass saving reviews.
* Candidates should have a minimum experience in BIW of 2 years.
What's good to have
* Catia and 3DX working knowledge (part measuring, weight, materials, attributes, assembly structure interrogation, cad exports).
* Jira dashboard (creation, tracking and reporting)
* GD&T working knowledge
* BIW commodities working knowledge (Castings, Stampings, Extrusions)
* Project launch experience
* Knowledge of joining methods like (Bonding, Welding, Mechanical fasteners -SPR's, FDS's.
* Knowledge of lead times and tooling processes for production commodities.
Who you are:
* Strong and proven relevant experience required in Automotive body in white
* A ‘can do’ attitude and are always focused on achieving great results.
* Ability to work with multiple stakeholders & drive towards a common goal.
* A calm multitasker who successfully managed, prioritise and executes against deadlines in a rapidly changing environment.
* Able to work with your own initiative and be proactive.
* A positive influence on those around you with a passion for creating an inclusive environment and fostering a culture of innovation.
About us and our culture…
At Forseven, we are more than just a team of professionals; we are dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators and trailblazers who believe in making a difference. Our passion lies in revolutionising the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived.
Currently operating under stealth mode, our focus is entirely directed towards achieving excellence as pioneers in creating sustainable mobility solutions which will help shape the future of transportation.
We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations.