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    Computer Aided Design & Drafting Engineer

    Futura Design

    Technology
    Hybrid
    Warwickshire, Gaydon
    Contract
    Competitive

    Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Computer Aided Design & Drafting Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £35.80 per hour. Duties: - Design for manufacture. - Tooling design. - Hands-on, practical skills. Computer Aided Design & Drafting (CAD/CAM/CAE) work focuses on the documentation, illustration, and digital modelling of engineering designs and processes including: - Assessing engineering requirements and translating into technical blueprints, drawings, layouts, and simulation models using CAD/CAM/CAE software or applying standard CAD/CAM/CAE techniques to digitize, edit, and revise engineering drawings of components, parts, and assemblies. - Capturing, defining and controlling of all GD&T information. - Capturing, defining and controlling of all significant and critical characteristics. - Co-ordinating with others to define the most suitable materials for sub-components Calculations and testing to support fixing design (adhesives, fasteners, etc.) - Design of parts to ensure good manufacturability. - Design of jigs/fixtures for assembly. - Customizing CAD/CAM/CAE software to model complex or unusual designs. - Creating digital proto-types and conducting design simulations for purposes of verifying reliability/safety and optimizing engineering processes. - Collaborating with product/manufacturing process engineers by recommending changes to component designs based on outcomes of digital proto-typing and design simulations. - May provide materials lists and cost estimates. Responsibilities typically include: - Managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager. - Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals. - Ensure all appropriate client standards are met throughout design maturation. - Manage design verification test plans, including detailed planning of test and development stages through to sign-off and support engineering test teams with rectification of issues. - Work with Supplier Teams to develop fix & resolution plans for hardware issues. - Undertake any other work as directed by their Line Manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time. - Problems faced are difficult and often complex. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: - CAD skills to design and manipulate mechanical components. - Detailed knowledge of GD&T. - Working knowledge of FMEA and significant/critical characteristics. - Experience of diecasting, injection moulding, machining, pressing, stamping, painting and other associated manufacturing processes. - Understanding of different fixing methods and how to perform design calculations to ensure robustness. - Empirical knowledge of tooling design considerations and mould flow analyses. - Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to explain technical issues to Stakeholders. - Ability to work independently and proactively, taking full ownership and responsibility for own work; fully invested in achieving a successful result. - A critical thinker who is able to apply a logical approach to problem resolution. - Willingness to learn and to take active responsibility for own development/objectives. - A person who responds positively to constructive feedback, new ideas and inputs. - Experience of CATIA or other equivalent CAD packages. - Experience of performing bolted joint calculations. - Experience of performing adhesive force calculations and a working knowledge of the noise factors that may degrade performance. - A practitioner of quality methods like, 8D, Failure Mode Effect Analysis, Failure Modes Effects and Diagnostic Analysis or Fault Tree Analysis. - Design for manufacturing and design for six sigma.

    Layout System Integration BIM Engineer

    Futura Design

    Technology
    Hybrid
    Warwickshire, Coventry
    Contract
    Competitive

    Our OEM Client based in Whitley, Coventry, is searching for a Layout System Integration BIM Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st August 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £28.43 per hour. The Opportunity: The role is for the Design Integration, Layout Integration BIM Lead Engineer for Global Manufacturing Engineering, responsible for rolling out and leading Layout Integration and BIM methodology from concept to the delivery phase to JOB1 + 90 days. Key Performance Indicators: - Efficiency: Model coordination reviews completed to programme schedule. - Timing: L1 L5 reviews completed to gateway timing. - Delivery: BIM deliverables issued in accordance with programme requirements. Digital asset information maintained within CDE requirements. Pulse and attendance targets achieved. - People: Pulse and attendance targets achieved. Continuous professional development and digital capability objectives achieved. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: The Design Integration, Layout System Integration Engineer is responsible for supporting the delivery of BIM-enabled facility integration activities from concept through to project completion (JOB1 + 90), ensuring compliance with defined standards, processes, and digital engineering methodologies across GME programmes. They will also be responsible for aspects of BIM development through time. - Experience of federated model coordination, design review and clash detection processes. - Support implementation of Common Data Environment (CDE), digital asset management and digital twin information management processes within projects. - Support the application of BIM methodology and Layout System Integration processes across GME projects. - Apply BIM standards within Facilities design and delivery activities. - Support integration activities across programme delivery, construction, and digital estates functions. - Support L1 L5 Layout System Integration reviews and buy-off activities. - Deliver project outputs in line with programme timing and gateway requirements. - Participate in cross-functional design reviews to support integration readiness and design assurance. - Utilise approved Layout Integration Standard toolsets to develop and coordinate facility layouts. - Follow established digital workflows and interoperability requirements across project teams. - Develop and maintain 4D simulation models and digital rehearsals to support installation planning, logistics reviews, stakeholder engagement, and programme delivery activities. - Undertake reality capture and Scan-to-BIM activities including LiDAR scanning, point cloud processing, model validation using Navisworks, Revit and Verity. - As-built verification and digital record updates. - Contribute to lessons learned activities and continuous improvement of standards and processes. - Develop competence in: BIM workflows, Digital engineering tools, Layout System Integration methodologies. - Support wider business priorities as directed by line management. - Maintain compliance with standards, health and safety requirements, and governance processes. Key Interactions: - GME programme Process, layout, services, civil building and DI teams. - MBO programme team. - Health and Safety teams. Essential, Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: - Demonstrable working knowledge and experience of Autodesk BIM and Layout design toolset. - Demonstrable previous experience and background in layout development. - Demonstrable previous experience of Digital facility asset storage and revision control system. - Demonstrable previous experience of delivering programme KPIs and targets. - Demonstrable previous experience of BIM attributes and application levels. - Experience coordinating technical activities across multidisciplinary project teams. - Experience in production sites. - Ability to develop and deliver presentations to work groups and management. - Relevant degree or equivalent experience preferred. - Microsoft package elements Power Point, Teams, Planner and Excel. - Thorough Understanding and Application of Lean Tools and Techniques. - Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. - Experience using BIM, CAD and digital engineering toolsets relevant to facility and manufacturing design. - Experience working with 3D models, design coordination, federated model reviews and layout development within a project environment. - Experience supporting the delivery of projects to programme timing, quality and cost targets. - Experience of production process flow analysis and problem solving within complex technical environments. - Understanding of BIM methodologies, model information requirements, Common Data Environment (CDE) principles and digital engineering workflows. - Experience of digital document, asset management and revision-controlled environments. - Experience supporting the deployment, adoption and continuous improvement of emerging digital engineering technologies, BIM methodologies and innovative ways of working to improve project delivery, engineering efficiency, data quality and digital capability across GME programmes. - Experience of multidisciplinary design coordination and stakeholder engagement. - Experience working within manufacturing, industrial or production environments. - Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate technical information to a range of stakeholders. - Effective team player with a collaborative and proactive approach to problem solving. - Demonstrates integrity, resilience and a commitment to continuous improvement. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience Requested: - Experience within an automotive manufacturing environment. - Experience of facility design, construction, manufacturing engineering or capital project delivery. - Experience of programme integration and delivery processes within automotive or industrial engineering environments. - Experience using digital engineering platforms such as Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC), Verity, Inventor, PDM systems or equivalent toolsets. - Experience supporting Scan-to-BIM, reality capture, LiDAR scanning or point cloud modelling workflows. - Experience developing, coordinating or reviewing 4D simulations, digital rehearsals and installation sequencing activities. - Understanding of digital twin methodologies and asset information management principles. - Understanding of BIM maturity levels, ISO 19650 standards, information management requirements and RIBA stages. - Experience supporting the evaluation, pilot deployment or adoption of emerging digital engineering technologies, automation tools, AI-enabled workflows or innovative engineering methods. - Degree in Engineering, Construction, Architecture, Digital Engineering or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience. - Understanding of data analytics, automation, AI-assisted & generative engineering workflows or model-based delivery techniques.

    Senior Buyer

    Futura Design

    Finance
    Hybrid
    Warwickshire, Gaydon
    Contract
    Competitive

    Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Senior Buyer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 2nd August 2027. Candidates can be considered on both a full time and part-time basis. Umbrella Pay Rate: £35.80 per hour. The Opportunity: Lead and manage purchasing activities within assigned categories, ensuring delivery of cost, quality, and strategic objectives. Responsible for developing and deploying global category strategies, aligning stakeholders and regional teams, delivering sourcing activities through the Global Sourcing Process (GSP), and supporting supplier performance and contract management. Drive continuous improvement through Category Centre of Excellence (COE) initiatives and best-practice procurement activities. Key Performance Indicators: - Delivery of cost reduction and cost avoidance savings targets. - Strategic Category Plan (SCP) delivery and annual review completion. - Compliance with Global Sourcing Process (GSP) and First Time Through targets. - Achievement of contract management and supplier relationship review objectives. - Contribution to transformation and continuous improvement projects. Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities: Category Strategy: - Develop, maintain and deliver Strategic Category Plans in line with annual targets. - Utilise supplier, market and business analytics to inform category decisions. - Apply category strategies to sourcing activities, supplier selection and route-to-market decisions. - Ensure stakeholder and regional alignment to support strategy deployment. Sourcing: - Deliver sourcing projects in line with policy, GSP requirements and Total Cost of Ownership principles. - Lead complex commercial negotiations, securing necessary legal, financial and governance approvals. - Prepare and submit Global Strategy Approach Documents and ensure GSP compliance. - Drive stakeholder engagement and regional alignment on sourcing strategies. - Deliver category savings targets and support Make vs Buy assessments. - Manage supply chain risks and ensure regional teams adhere to category strategies. - Collaborate with specialist functions including Finance, Risk and Legal. - Act as the primary point of contact for supplier engagement and commercial discussions. Key Interactions: - Internal budget holders and requisitioning departments. - Suppliers and commercial account teams. - Finance Business Partners (Capex and Opex). - Legal, Supplier Risk and specialist support teams. - Regional and operational buying teams. - External industry bodies and forums. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: - CIPS qualified/accredited. - End-to-end procurement expertise across the 8-step procurement cycle. - Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills. - Ability to influence stakeholders and manage complex sourcing activities. - Flexible, agile and adaptable to changing business priorities. - Results-oriented with resilience, drive and a proven track record of delivery in demanding environments. - Willingness to travel to supplier and locations. Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience Requested: - Knowledge of construction procurement and contract forms such as JCT, NEC and FIDIC. - Understanding of construction industry markets and supply chains. - Experience working closely with operational stakeholders within the category area. - Previous supplier-side or category-specific industry experience.

    SAP Systems Trainer

    Futura Design

    Technology
    On-Site
    Wolverhampton, City
    Contract
    Competitive

    Our OEM Client based in Wolverhampton, is searching for a SAP Systems Trainer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 5th February 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £289.84 per day. Position Description: An experienced SAP Trainer is required to support the deployment of the Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) programme, and its critical project SAP Plant Maintenance, which aims to completely transform the way in which the company operates and further enhances our Digital transformation journey. We have a clear vision to deliver a unified end to end process and toolset with connected, traceable data throughout all functions. By enabling employees with the provision of always live data and dashboards, we will allow full focus on true value creation. Essential Skills Required: - Experienced SAP user. - 5+ years in training creation and delivery. - Experience in creating simulation training. Experience and Qualifications Required: The SAP Trainer s objective is to create and deliver SAP Manufacturing modules to business end users, getting the organisation engaged and ready for the change and ensuring that the change is adopted and sustained. Key activities include: - Process assessment and stakeholder identification in the form of a Training Needs Analysis (TNA). - Design and create Role-based SAP user training using SAP EnableNow and Articulate RISE. - Developing training content including classroom courses, online learning courses, assessments, videos, simulations, and quick reference guides. - Assisting with training impact assessments. - Creating stakeholder training and engagement plans and supporting the communication of these to relevant End Users. - Define, engage and align stakeholders in preparation for deployment. - Ensure clear training delivery plans are executed on time. - Host on and off-site training events across our sites, run drop-in sessions and provide floor-walking support. - Demonstrate excellent business behaviours including team working. - Collaborate with Business Process, Testing, Training and Communications teams for capability being deployed. Desirable Experience and Qualifications Requested: - SAP Enable Now. - Articulate RISE. - SAP Manufacturing modules. Additional Information: - This role will require on-site presence 5 days per week during the deployment window. Based across multiple company sites.

    Central Systems Integration Engineer

    Futura Design

    Technology
    Hybrid
    Warwickshire, Gaydon
    Contract
    Competitive

    Our OEM Client based in Gaydon, is searching for a Central Systems Integration Engineer to join their team, Inside IR35. This is a contract position with a proposed end date of 31st March 2027. Umbrella Pay Rate: £35.80 per hour. Duties: - This role is to lead the diagnosis of software and systems issues in the development phase of automotive vehicle platforms. - The successful candidate will be part of the Central Systems Integration team. CSI have the key responsibility of planning and coordinating delivery of software from multiple ECUs which when combined deliver the features and systems of the vehicle under development. - This particular role within CSI will focus on issues resolution, specifically understanding root cause and assisting with resolution of systems and software issues within the vehicle. - They will engage directly with complex issues to aid with data gathering, defining the problem, analysing the data with the intent to understand which team within JLR owns the resolution of the problems. Role Activities: - Determine the level of urgency required during the first stages of investigations for an issue. - Ensuring accuracy of data captured to ensure the quality of level 1 triage issue tickets when raised. - Ensure key testing assets are kept up to date and help in testing complex issues / systems. - Working with all other areas of the business to ensure issues are understood and prioritised correctly. Essential Skills, Knowledge and Experience Required: - Strong knowledge of issue / defect management processes and tools. - Proficiency in root cause analysis techniques and problem-solving methodologies. - Ability to develop, interpret, and present metrics, KPIs and performance dashboards - Solid understanding of software integration principles and dependencies. - Excellent communication skills, with the ability to lead discussions on complex or sensitive matters. - High attention to detail and process discipline. - Ability to identify areas of weakness and where help is needed - Experience working within structured project governance frameworks (e.g., PMO, programme teams). Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall delivery models. - Ability to maintain and update issue registers and tracking systems with accuracy and rigour. - Ability to facilitate regular issue review meetings, ensuring clear ownership and timely follow-up. Essential Education Required: - Degree or equivalent experience.