Mechanical & Control Technical Leader

Posted 23 April by Shorterm Group
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£45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Rugby , Warwickshire
Permanent, full-time
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Posted by Shorterm Group
Summary

Within the Project Team, ensure achievement of objectives in terms of scheduling of meetings, optimization of costs and management of the resources involved, making it possible to implement the best technical solutions (in terms of homogeneity, standardization, and compliance with requirements).
Applies industry knowledge and experience to manage projects from quoting phase to handover for commissioning. Utilizes planning, resource, and task management skills to direct control engineering staff / in successful implementation of project assignments.

Duties and Responsibilities
(These are the positions essential duties and is not an all-inclusive list)

* Estimate the costs of technical solution and resources for pricing of design variants.
* Plan project technical activities and staffing (times, costs)
* Coordinate internal/external technical activities and persons involved in the project.
* Ensure compliance with customer requirements and application of company standards (products, processes, regulations, etc.) and identify opportunities for standardization.
* Guarantee achievement of objectives in terms of time, quality, and costs. Track and submit reports on progress of the project.
* Provide technical support in the assembly, installation (equipment) and prototyping (product) phases and technical assistance at the customer site.
* Coordinate resources for manufacturing/integration/commissioning operations with the Site Manager.
* Identify possible areas of improvement in internal processes and lead/participate in improvement activities.
* Interfaces with customer to finalize design requirements, reviews, and approvals throughout design phase.
* Manages all the above activities complying with the company processes and quality assurance procedures.

Knowledge & Skills

* Knowledge of Windows, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) CAD design base level
* Strong knowledge of machines and tools / controls. An understanding of mechanical system / controls design.
* Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
* Ability to write technical documents and reports for use as reference by engineering and technical writers as well as documentation for the project.
* Ability to read, analyse, and interpret customer specifications, electrical controls schematics, technical procedures, and governmental regulations.
* Ability to train and mentor other Technical Leaders, Automation, Mechanical or Control Engineers.
* Determining how a system on process should work and row Changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
* Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.
* Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
* Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
* Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
* Analysing needs and product requirements to create a design.
* Writing computer programs for various purposes.
* Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
* Inspecting (field check) equipment in preparation for adding, removing, or modifying existing designs / equipment.
* Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
* Understand and comply with corporate and customer processes and procedures.

Behavioural Competencies

* Embrace and cherish competition; reach for «best in class»
* Drive for discontinuity.
* Deliver as a way of life.
* Keep things simple.
* Act with integrity and honesty.
* Drive collaboration through respect and openness.
* Coach, empower and develop others.
* Demonstrate humility.
* Hold yourself and others accountable.
* Have the courage to make tough calls.

Qualifications

* Education:
o Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering preferred, or a minimum of ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Previous experiences
o Extensive previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for this position.
o Employees in this occupation usually need training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers.
* Languages
o English: intermediate

Required skills

  • automotive
  • engineering
  • manufacturing
  • Machine tooling

Reference: 52519508

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