Title:  Lead Engineer - Body Structures

Lead Engineer – Body Structures

Hethel

Permanent

Hybrid

About the Role:

The ideal candidate will be required to deliver engineering design solutions, from concept to production, validation and current engineering for body structures including upper body and lower body, as well as aiding in the nominating of existing propriety systems and components.

The successful candidate will be required to support the engineering team manager to deliver technical solutions to the project teams, within the required cost, quality, and timing targets. The technical responsibility will cover body structures including Underbody and Upper body. Individuals at this level would be expected to accept design ownership of a sub system / selection of parts and operate with an agreed level of autonomy and accountability, subject to their experience and support given.

Further opportunities within the product development engineering team will involve leading system delivery projects across the different engineering functions, as part of the next generation of Lotus vehicles.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Manage the BoM for all systems.
• Provide direction to design engineers for CAD model creation, including 3D design, GD&T, component, and assembly drawings.
• Creation and management of the DFMEA for all systems.
• Management and execution of the system and component DVPs.
• Management of control system deliveries.
• Support internal cross functional reviews.
• Support internal program reviews.
• Lead and manage external supplier reviews.
• Support the assembly line and build concern resolution.
• Support the generation of planning and proposal information.
• Support the department in achieving the requirements of quality systems approval, both internal and external.
• Short and long haul travel may be required to support the project needs & the frequency will be agreed between the Project Manager and Engineer.
• Work outside of core hours may be required on an occasional basis to support the programme delivery.
• Responsible for collating and assessing engineering information, making recommendations with engineering evidence and presenting to the Engineering Group Manager for final decision making.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required:

Essential:

• HNC or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering / Automotive Engineering.
• Technical knowledge that covers the delivery of Body structures, underbody and upper body
• Supplier Management.
• DFMEA Management.
• DVP Management.
• Project engineer experience of delivering automotive commodities.
• Enthusiasm, communication, and presentation skills.
• Organisational abilities.
• Must be able to work effectively when under time pressures.

Desirable:  

• Degree or equivalent in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• IMechE accredited training.
• Has experience that spans from design concept through the development process to production launch.
• Knowledge and experience of riv-bonded aluminium structures and composite body panels
• CatiaV5 User.
• Six sigma trained.
• Lead engineer experience of delivering automotive commodities.
• Personal drive to deliver on time & to the required quality.

About Lotus:

Lotus Cars is based in Hethel, Norfolk, UK, and is the global headquarter for sports car and hypercar manufacturing operations, the Lotus Advanced Performance Centre and the iconic 2.2-mile test track.

Lotus builds world-class high-performance cars, born out of legendary success on the racetrack including 13 FIA Formula 1 world titles and many other championship honours. In July 2021 Lotus unveiled the all-new Lotus Emira, its last petrol-powered sports car and best-of-breed, and in July 2019 it launched the Evija, the world’s first all-electric British hypercar.

The latest new model from Lotus is the Eletre. Unveiled in March 2022, it has the soul of a sports car and the usability of an SUV. It is pure electric and represents a clear vision of the future ambition of the company.

The ongoing transformation of Lotus, from a UK sports car company to a global performance car business and brand, is laid out in the company’s Vision80 strategy. It states what Lotus will be in 2028 when we celebrate our 80th anniversary. We welcome talented, creative, and motivated people to join us on our journey.

We offer you all the advantages of working for a prestigious high-tech automotive company. You will find a purpose-built facility; with all the tools and equipment you need to do an outstanding job. You will benefit from our fast-paced learning environment and our track record in designing and manufacturing thoroughbred sports cars over the last seven decades.

What We Offer You:

In addition to a competitive salary, you will have access to the following benefits:

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working
• Half day finish on a Friday
• 6% pension contribution 
• Discretionary annual bonus scheme, based on your contribution and the performance of the company
• Private Healthcare
• Group income protection based on length of service
• Paid time off for medical appointments
• Family Friendly policies
• Exclusive Employee discount, wellbeing, and recognition platform #ForUSLOT 

We reserve the right to close this role early if a high volume of applicants is received.