Job Title: D&R Engineer (Bluetooth low energy and NFC module) Location: Basildon/Hybrid & Travel to Germany/USA Rate: Negotiable - from £35.65ph Umbrella (inside IR35) – Depending on Experience Employment Type: Contract (12 months) Hours: Standard 37.5 Hours Per Week Great Opportunity to work for Worldwide Renowened Automotive Manufactuerer in Essex as a D&R Engineer for an intial 12 Month Contract. The D&R Engineer will work cross functionally to lead vehicle level functional, package, process and technical BUN ingress egress functional issues to resolution. Understand the working level component and system functionality of BUN, Anchors and associated modules. Lead the Team in developing and reviewing work plans to deliver globally aligned components to commercial vehicle programs per component and system specifications for infotainment, navigation and new connectivity technologies (Ultra-wide band, Nearfield communication, Phone as key etc.). Lead management level report out of project status and results including recommendations for alignment on BUN/Anchor technical issues. Lead Teams on IVI-C functional issue triage and rectification of ingress egress issues. Engage with core and cross carline Teams to ensure aligned approach as required to software delivery into commercial vehicle program timeline and functionality following software release and sign-off processes. Skills Required: * Lead rollout plan for connectivity and new feature delivery. * Lead engineering sign-off and delivery issues for BUN and Anchor components. * Application of given priorities regarding function, quality, cost, weight and timing in close collaboration with North American and Merkenich core Teams. * Contribute to design reviews (definition of goals, identification of construction alternatives/decision criteria) and launch Teams (tracking regarding time and quality). * Lead trade off studies for most suitable business solution for the companies CV BUN and Anchor implementation. * Confirmation that the design meets customer requirements, e.g. function, design, ergonomics and complies with legal and safety requirements. * Lead co-ordination of system specifications with pre-development regarding regional requirements as well as function owners within the area of connectivity and navigation. * Lead analysis of test results considering specifications of adjacent departments. * Lead vehicle level test plans and sign-off per global component requirement to GPDS timeline. * Produce and review vehicle specific program documentation for cross carline components supporting program GPDS deliverables. * Liaise with Cloud Operations Team to facilitate agile robust implementation of on-board content to support latest off-board features. * Lead vehicle launch activities to meet program requirements (PPAP plans, AIMS resolution, part supply) for BUN and Anchors. Skills Preferred: * Competent using office applications such as excel, outlook, project and word. * Strong communication and presentation skills. * Ability to demonstrate use of initiative, perseverance and liaison skills. * Our client's tools and process experience. Experience Required: * Must have experience of using Product Development processes. * Must have experience of working on electrical or electronic systems. * Must have CAN Tool experience. Experience Preferred: * Experience of using FEDE, WERS is an advantage. * Knowledge of Transit vehicle Electrical Systems and Components is an advantage. * Ethernet Tool experience is preferred. Additional Information: This role is INSIDE IR35 Note: Candidate must have Full UK driving licence. This position may require occasional traveling to Supplier and our client's development or Vehicle launch sites. Travel: As required for counterpart work in Germany/USA and potential launch activity in USA. Location: Hybrid with regular requirement on-site in Basildon (candidate must be available 5 days a week.)