Exterior Design Engineer

Exterior Design Engineer  - 12 months - £27.00 PAYE - Cranfield - 3 days on site  Exterior Design Engineer **Exciting Opportunity: Exterior Design Engineer - Cranfield** Are you ready to accelerate your career with a leading name in the automotive industry? This prestigious company, renowned for its innovative approach to vehicle design and development, is currently seeking a talented Design Engineer to join their dynamic team in Cranfield. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the creation of cutting-edge vehicles, ensuring they meet the highest standards of design, safety, and performance. **What You Will Do:** - Lead global design and development at part/module level, working within a cross-functional global team. - Manage Bill of Materials (BOM) application from vehicle and styling specifications. - Create and manage part validation plans for suppliers, including supplier management focusing on cost, quality, and timing. - Ensure meeting of regulation and safety performance requirements, alongside managing and reporting part cost performance against budget. - Conduct quick root cause analysis of technical concerns and manage QCT for the efficient adoption of solutions. - Perform design reviews before major project milestones, supporting global strategies with European customer insights and competitor benchmarking. **What You Will Bring:** - A Design/Engineering qualification, preferably at Degree level. - Proficiency in NX CAD skills, with a focus on engineering rather than CAD design. - Demonstrated ability to articulate and explain ideas to a global audience. - Knowledge of datum concepts/geometrical tolerancing and time management skills. - Previous experience in automotive design and development, particularly in Body & Exterior manufacturing processes. - A valid driving licence and the ability to travel globally. **Company Contribution & Industry Information:** This role is a cornerstone in ensuring that vehicles designed and developed meet and exceed the evolving needs of the global market. The company, a Centre of Excellence for design and development in Europe, integrates Design & Development, Purchasing, Production Engineering & QA functions to innovate and produce vehicles of the future. Contributing to this team means being part of a legacy of excellence and innovation in the automotive industry. **Location:** This role is based in Cranfield, with a requirement to be on-site for a minimum of 3 days a week. **Why Join?** - Be part of a prestigious company leading the way in automotive innovation. - Engage in challenging and rewarding work that makes a real impact on future vehicle design. - Enjoy a supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued. **Take the Next Step:** If you have the skills, experience, and passion to contribute to the future of automotive design, we want to hear from you. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to be at the forefront of the industry, shaping the vehicles of tomorrow. Apply now to embark on a rewarding journey that combines professional growth with the chance to make a significant impact. To apply please send your CV to  Unfortunately we cannot progress candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included