Jobs in Alfold crossways, england, united kingdom

Description

Reporting to the Chief Engineer – Manufacturing, the primary responsibility of this role is to ensure that the project M-LightEn (the next generation of iStream®) progresses from the current iStream® Superlight (New iStream®) technology from an technical and manufacturing perspective and provide support to Gordon Murray Group (GMG), Gordon Murray Advanced Engineering (GMAE) & Gordon Murray Automotive (GMA) M-LightEn project team in order that the company can deliver future Gordon Murray Group vehicle projects in a professional, cost effective and timely manner.

Key Responsibilities

The key elements of the Manufacturing function are to ensure that the New iStream® technology is developed and matured from an engineering and manufacturing perspective to allow full production validation through Run@Rate, aiming for Start of Production to commence and go forward unabated as per the portfolio plan, as well as contributing proactively to the continual progression of the iStream® process. Additionally, the Manufacturing function provides support to the GMG team during the industrialisation of  innovative iStream® automotive manufacturing process.

This role is expected to work with GMAE engineering and GMA teams on how to implement the New iStream® technology in practice. In some instances, interfaces with Gordon Murray Technologies (GMT) might be required to share learnings. This will involve determining what technical data and information is required and support creating design and manufacturing guidelines for the assembly (bonding / joining and mechanical fixing) of Metallic Nodes and composite parts as the vehicle primary structure. The person filling the role will also be the practical composite assembly expert within the company.

• Provide high quality and imaginative technical solutions to project requirements, under the guidance of a more senior engineer when necessary.
• Contribute to and support events and activities that the Company may become involved in.
• With other members of the Manufacturing Team, prepare  concepts, layouts, analysis and specifications required to manufacture and implement assembly (bonding and mechanical fixing) of composite parts to the vehicle primary structures.
• Provide input data to Design, CAE and other Engineering activities.
• Deeply engage in the creation of a trustworthy Digital Twin for iStream® structures, leading the manufacturing aspects and deliverables associated with it.
• Co-lead with the Engineering Structures team the investigation of Additive Manufacturing solutions for iStream® nodes, including full solution benchmarking vs. baseline as well as insourcing opportunities and manufacturing-side CO2 accounting.
• Liaise with project M-LightEn Team to support feasible design solutions with regard to manufacturing, assembly and homologation.
• Liaise with Engineering, Design and Project Management to ensure technical targets, program timings and budgetary requirements are met.
• Prepare and release designs for tooling, jigs and fixtures, plant installation, assembly cells etc.
• Liaise with the Prototype Workshop to provide feasible design solutions and support workshop activities pre, during and post-vehicle build.
• Schedule own activities to provide engineering deliverables that meet required specifications within timescales and budgets.
• Plan and maintain progress in improving personal professional competence.
• Ensure that your technical knowledge and expertise is kept up to date with in-depth knowledge of current OEM manufacturing processes, technologies and equipment, as well as OEM supply chain strategies.
• Initiate and conduct meetings with technical suppliers, third party suppliers, and technical partners as may be required.
• Ensure tooling, jigs and fixtures for the assemblies and composite parts are aligned (example :   aligning of inspection gauge layout and assembly jig gauge layout)
• Present concepts and design status to client project teams, client senior management, project suppliers and internally to Company personnel.
• Ensure own designs meet all relevant safety and regulatory requirements, and are formally verified to meet these and other specifications (performance, cost).
• Contribute to complete effective engineering plans and schedules, including planning own activities.
• Identify and highlight any areas for continuous improvement.
• Lead the New iStream® manufacturing validation by organising and managing the Run@Rate envisioned under M-LightEn.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Benefits

As well as the opportunity to work with a fantastic team, the position comes with :

Gordon Murray Group is committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, medical history, race, marital status, genetic information or parental status. We strive to promote a workplace that celebrates diversity and encourages individuals to express their opinions and beliefs.

Please do not hesitate to get in touch should you require any reasonable adjustments to assist with your application.

All applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK.

Gordon Murray Group is a UK-based global luxury brand dedicated to creating and manufacturing the world’s greatest driving cars. These ultra-exclusive cars are engineered and designed without compromise to provide unrivalled driving experiences and driver-centric connection.