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 a Lead Engineer - Exteriors to be based at our customer site in Kenilworth. 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 Role: You will be responsible for understanding the initial requirements for a programme based on the vignette and then developing this into robust technical assumptions, eventually leading to the development and delivery of the commodities. The Project Engineering role is based in the VP Engineering responsible for a diverse group of accessories within the Exterior CoC. Commodity groups range from Exterior Trim, Roof Carrying, Functional Accessories, Exterior Protection and many more. Area of Responsibility Liaise with Programme and Design teams in the initial development stages to develop concepts and take them through to launch Develop RFQ Cost Packs and support sourcing Generate Commodity Plans and manage suppliers Generate IPL Technical and Cost assumptions and manage throughout programme Identify technical solutions and suppliers Design, Development and Release Test and Validation ESO and PSW Launch support Knowledge / Experience Essential : Degree in Engineering or comparable qualification. Experience in component/system delivery and development of Body and Trim systems. Knowledge of Digi-Buck / Vis-Mock-up / 3DLive Good communication and presentation skills to all levels Knowledge of PCDS and CCDS Desirable : Knowledge of engineering release and change management systems. Data analysis and PC skills including Excel, Word, Powerpoint Experience of problem solving tools and able to lead problem resolution initiatives. Experienced in WERS, AIMs, RMDV, APQP and PSW processes. 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. Tata Technologies: Engineering a better world. Tata Technologies would like to thank all applicants for their interest, each application will be reviewed against the set criteria for the role. We would like to advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days following the closing date it will mean that unfortunately your application has not been successful. We will however retain your details for any suitable future opportunities.