REQ ID: 121313
JOB TITLE: NVH Project Engineer
SALARY: £42,500 - £56,200
POSTING START DATE: 22/05/2024
POSTING END DATE: 05/06/2024
LOCATION:
We’re re-examining our vehicles and what a vehicle means in the emerging world of automation, connectedness, electrification and the shared economy. New ideas, new technology, and new approaches to mobility are our business. Join a team of next generation thinkers.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This exciting role supports the team in delivering the electrified powerpack NVH attribute for all vehicle applications, working on all aspects of electrified powerpack NVH design, development and delivery from initial concept design to series production. The team’s primary role is to develop the NVH knowledge about Electric Drive Units (EDUs) in order to support the new technical challenges. The team works from component to vehicle level to deliver the NVH attribute using, rigs, noise test cells and vehicle testing and with the NVH simulation team who provide the virtual development tools.
The role focuses on developing the NVH knowledge and recommendations for EDU structure and covers. You’ll work in cross functional group to ensure the standard consider the interactions between commodities, test and simulation.
Flexible and adaptable, you’ll be able to manage a number of workstreams simultaneously, with your involvement from detailed technical work to high-level programme overview.
The ability to manage complex technical issues will be essential to balance the often-conflicting needs of the business within project timing constraints. A confident attitude complemented by both verbal and written communication skills to report technical issues across all levels.
Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities
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Develop the NVH recommendations and targets for EDU structure to control their contribution into the overall EDU NVH attribute.
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Develop the NVH recommendations and targets for EDU cover to measure their contribution into the overall EDU NVH attribute.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including NVH simulation, NVH test and Electric Drive Unit commodities to investigate NVH recommendation and targets through testing, analysis and design reviews.
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Contribute to the NVH requirement definitions for EDU structures and covers.
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Lead continuous improvement in NVH processes, tools and techniques, use and develop department standards, requirements and procedures.
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Work as part of a team and lead with component & test engineers, CAE engineers and suppliers to conduct NVH work.
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Contribute defining the appropriate tools and processes, to investigate NVH issue enabling a rigorous analysis
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Communicate and report out results and deliverables, conclusions and next steps at appropriate forums both internal (Powertrain / Vehicle) and external (suppliers), to senior level in the business.
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Embed Agile framework into everyday ways of working including stand-up, sprint retrospective, backlog refinement and showcases. Define and deliver MBI’s and Stories to manage workflow in Group Sprints, escalate and resolve issues using Agile tools and methods.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Essential:
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Proven background and ability in NVH measurement and data analysis using industry standard instrumentation and tools (e.g. Bruel & Kjaer, LMS).
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Proven ability to collect, analyse and interpret data, draw conclusions, determine next steps, report and present work.
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Proven planning, organisation and effective communication skills both oral and written at all levels of the business.
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Proven experience of problem-solving tools e.g. Root Cause Analysis, 8 Disciplines of problem solving.
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Can work on their own, as part of a team, and lead a team where required.
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Experience of product development systems and processes.
SO WHY US?
Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you’ll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme. All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.
This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role. Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage.
Please be aware that we may close this vacancy for applications before the stated deadline if we receive a high volume of interest. We strongly advise you to submit your application as early as possible.
JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.