At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the worlds leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth we are now recruiting for a Lead Launch Engineer to be based at our clients site in Crewe. 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. Role summary: The Lead Launch Engineer seeks support in the form of service provision to formally integrate the controlled build methodology into business processes. This support involves two key aspects: 1. Assisting with the implementation of the controlled build process. 2. Executing the controlled build process and reporting the results. Dimension of Function: This position will report directly to the Launch Manager and will work closely with the following contacts: Customers, Launch Manager, Project / Program Manager, Heads of Departments, team members, partners and vendors, industry experts, external organisations, agencies and statutory bodies. Area of responsibility: The Lead Launch Engineer will carry out the following responsibilities in collaboration with the Launch Manager: Analyze manufacturing and technical data to identify trends, issues, and improvement opportunities. Review manufacturing processes to identify risks, issues, and potential root causes. Conduct risk management and problem-solving activities to determine root causes and possible solutions (e.g., risk registers, DFMEA, PFMEA, Fault Tree Analysis, 8D, PDCA, Fishbone, 5 Whys). Verify improvements and solutions to ensure problems are fully resolved; if not, re-run problem-solving and risk management activities until completion. Escalate issues for problem-solving, departmental buy-in, or delays in action deadlines. Record improvement ideas and lessons learned centrally. Update the risk register as needed. Implement lessons learned across business (e.g., other manufacturing areas, concepts, and R&D) to prevent recurrence of issues in new projects where applicable. Report progress to the LQC Launch Manager using agreed KPIs. Provide feedback on the controlled build process to support continuous improvement and successful integration. Attend team meetings to support process development and enhance team knowledge. Participate in cross-functional meetings to report problem resolutions, lessons learned, and updates to requirements where applicable. Knowledge / Experience: The service provision must include the following technical expertise and experience: Excellent project and time management skills to handle workload within agreed deadlines. Proficiency in problem-solving techniques (including verification) using industry-standard methodologies. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Experience in analyzing technical data, drawings, and specifications. Knowledge of interpreting manufacturing process documents (e.g., process flows and control plans). Familiarity with risk management tools. Experience in recording and implementing lessons learned, with an understanding of their implications across the business to prevent recurrence. Ability to clearly and concisely present progress and issues at all levels. Experience working in an OEM or supplier manufacturing environment, preferably in the automotive or similar industries. Knowledge of quality management systems. Excellent communication and influencing skills Competences: Customer Centricity - Ensures the delivery of exceptional customer service Business Acumen - Naturally technical. Able to employ fundamental engineering principles. Decision Making - Confident and can articulate in high pressure scenarios. Teamwork & Collaboration - Personable and can manage and exceed expectations of internal customers. Lead Courageously - Takes personal and organizational risks to do what is right and achieve organizational success, and supports others who do so Developing & Managing Relationships - Develops and maintains constructive, open and honest relationships with others Execution Excellence - Plans, executes and improves work processes to ensure achievement of business goals Drive for Results - Able to make sound judgements based on balance of risk when data is not available. Displays Global Perspective - Establishes and promotes effective business operations across multiple countries and/or regions and coordinates appropriately with the broader global business 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 Childcare Vouchers 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. ADZN1_UKTJ