Senior Design Engineer Department: Design Location: Leicester Reports to: Package Lead Engineer, Area Lead Engineer, or Functional Lead The Senior Design Engineer position is a progression from Design Engineer, achieved through experience and demonstrated competence in advanced design and development tasks. This role requires a higher level of technical expertise, responsibility, and leadership in delivering vehicle components from concept to production. Key Responsibilities: Design & Development: Lead the design and development of multiple vehicle components, ensuring alignment with project requirements. Consult with Specialists and Chief Engineers to ensure optimal technical solutions. Ensure all designs meet performance, cost, quality, and specification targets in line with the New Model Introduction Process (NMIP). Project Management & Delivery: Manage design projects to meet time, cost, and quality objectives. Create and maintain detailed project plans, ensuring deliverables align with company KPIs. Identify and mitigate risks, escalating issues when necessary. Collaboration & Communication: Work effectively with internal and external stakeholders across the entire supply/value chain. Ensure clear and concise communication with cross-functional teams. Contribute to the continuous improvement of processes, challenging existing methodologies where appropriate. Technical Leadership & Expertise: Take on more technically demanding responsibilities compared to a Design Engineer. Apply in-depth engineering knowledge to solve complex design challenges. Ensure adherence to established design processes while seeking continuous improvements. Additional Responsibilities: Support projects and tasks as directed by management. Undertake any additional duties as required by the Package Lead Engineer, Area Lead Engineer, or Functional Lead. Skills & Qualifications: Maths and English GCSE grade C or above. MEng or BEng in an Engineering related subject. Proven experience in automotive design engineering. Strong technical knowledge in mechanical design, materials, and manufacturing processes. Ability to manage projects effectively, meeting strict deadlines and performance criteria. Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to challenges. Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a team and across departments. ADZN1_UKTJ