Description
A well-known and leading Automotive OEM require an Engineer to work on their Connected Car project. You will be responsible for developing Telematics units. £26 p/h basic rate, plus £39 p/h overtime.
*Mission and Main Objectives*
Development of Telematics unit to satisfy the E-Call regulation and business requirements within the company Cost Quality and Design standards
*Main Tasks & Responsibilities*
- Implementation of on-board telematics systems in vehicles manufactured in Europe.
- Coordinate specification development with teams based internationally.
- Managing Tier 1 suppliers to deliver products to Quality, Cost & Timing targets
- Managing in house and supplier validation of Components Company design standard
- Work with Off Board Connected Car team, test teams (both on board and off board) and customer orientated engineering team to define project development and testing plans
- Collaborate with related engineering sections to ensure all system components are packaged and connected correctly to fulfil system design and regulation requirements.
- Collaborate with Sales and Marketing teams to ensure technical solution supports business objectives
- Reporting to management at all levels.
*Background & Experience*
- Coming from an automotive electronics development industry, or similar (aerospace, telecommunications etc) you will also have the following education and experience:
- Degree qualified in a related subject essential
- Experience of developing & implementing GPS and telematics based systems
- Relevant experience in automotive electrical and electronic development, completing a minimum of one vehicle development.
- Experience managing Tier 1 suppliers in the development of complex electronic products.
- Ability to communicate effectively in a cross cultural and cross functional team
- Understanding of CAN
- Software and hardware development experience.
- Self motivating, Self-managing, Pro-active
- Flexible approach to business travel
- Fluent English verbal and written language skills essential
*Minimum Education Required*
- Bachelor's Degree
*Specific Technical Skills*
Additionally the following knowledge or experience is very beneficial
- Antenna technology and theory
- Software programming and software quality assurance
- Understanding of electronic mass production techniques and processes.
- CAD systems such as Unigraphics NX or SDRC Ideas
Full European/UK driver's license essential
To apply for this position, candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK
Connectus Technology Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.