Battery Launch Lead Engineer

REQ ID: 119866
JOB TITLE: Battery Launch Lead Engineer
SALARY: 45,200 - 60,200
POSTING END DATE: 16th January 2024
LOCATION: Gaydon
 
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

We are searching for a Battery/BEM Launch issue resolution Lead Engineer to expand the Lyon Park Launch team.  The shift to electrification is the biggest challenge the automotive industry has faced in a generation and this team is at the heart of it. Battery commodities consist of a complex integration of cells, control system, cooling system and mechanical structure into modules and pack.

You will provide expertise in Battery Management systems to lead problem solving activities for any Battery/BMS related issues on BEV applications, predominantly this will be models that are in Launch phase.  The individual will work closely with the site Powertrain launch team and the Powertrain Energy storage team to resolve issues.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• To act as point of first contact for BEM/Battery/BMS issues encountered during vehicle builds on all plants.
• To lead investigation (level 0) into BEM/Battery/BMS issue within plants.
• Liaise with and support Plant Launch teams to implement emergency response actions, working towards root cause identification and PCA using problem solving techniques.
• Engage support of Engineering to implement ERA’s/ICA’s and PCA’s.
• Capture and cascade any learning via AIMS and PR AIMS process.
• Support for Engineering build and DV Test teams as required for test set up and fault investigation.
• Lead special projects for personal and battery development as per annual objectives.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Experience in the use of Quality tools such as 8D/DMAIC or PPS
• Experience of Product Engineering Processes/systems
• Experience of working in a launch or production environment.
• EV system architecture knowledge.
• Experience in high voltage systems.
• Experience in testing HV batteries.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven experience of stakeholder management

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.