RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Vehicle Antenna Design & Release Engineer to support and join their expanding team. Our client offers a wide range of unique opportunities available to suit some of the best people and brightest minds in the automotive industry. They are positioned to become the most desirable Asian brand in Europe, and they need your help to get there. Position Description: Antenna Design and Release Engineer – Commercial Vehicles Rate: PAYE (via Umbrella ) – NEGOTIABLE Sourcing/Program Finance Status Lead the To4 (Team of four) meetings with Finance, Cost Estimating, Commodity and Program Purchasing. Provide the engineering perspective for supplier selection by purchase. Prepare Engineering Statement of Work (ESOW), the specifications, the Engineering concept and Attachment 3 as input to the RFQ pack and provide input to the ASAP tool and support cost negotiations between Purchasing and Supplier Adhere to GPDS process and related program timings & document deliverables. Lead appropriate Antenna PMST, support other PMSTs and interfacing activities and represent in PMT o Support Program Reviews Requirements Management (Specification, FSMS, Part Verification/Validation, Deviation) Ensure compliance to all applicable requirements. Support Global Core teams with initiatives from Benchmarking events. Design (component development) Manage the Supplier for development of Antenna and/or associated interfaces and support the application into Vehicle Programs and ensure support for Program Launch. Develop new applications of implementation ready technology and liaise with EESE Climate Core team. Support other interfacing activities and PATs, especially the Feasibility Checkpoint reviews. Support cross-functional team-working with STA, Supplier, affected PMTs, Brand and JV partners etc. to ensure all functional targets are met. Electrical system interface / System specification / Functional integration / Diagnostics Mechanical interface / Fixing / Geometric Development / Virtual Series Liaise with Styling and support Design Technical Operation (DTO) Support Craftsmanship/Vehicle Harmony/Appearance (fit/finish and NVH teams) reviews. Assembly in next higher assembly and vehicle Liaise and support DPA work streams and pre-Series builds. Drive issue resolution process via EESE recommended tracking tools and AIMS. Releasing Manage releasing tools such as FEDEBOM and WERS (incl CAD) to ensure components are released in time for the program defined effective points. Component manufacturing Participate in supplier engagement process and support STA throughout the PPAP phases and PSW declaration. General / Engineering Sign Off Provide sign-off of related components by managing DV/PVP and eFDVS according to sign-off plan. Provide/support Homologation and C/FMVSS documentation. Change Management Support/ Lead investigation of requested changes in terms of technical feasibility, cost and timing. Ensure appropriate change management (DCR tracking) and status reporting for requested changes. Quality Lead and coordinate the development of E/E sub-system FMA workstream (incl. SCCAF) with supplier and review actions. Ensure quality objectives and robustness targets are met and that lessons learned are encompassed in future designs. Skills Required: * Competent using office applications such as excel, outlook, project and word * Excellent/strong communication and presentation skills * Ability to demonstrate use of initiative, perseverance and liaison skills Experience Required: * Excellent analytical and strategic skills * Project management skills with a thorough attention to detail * Strong communication and presentation and team skills * Experience of working within global teams * Strong IT skills (e.g. Excel, Teamcenter, WERS) * Ability to demonstrate use of initiative, perseverance and liaison skills Additional Information: INSIDE IR35 Full UK driving license is required for potential travel for launch/supplier support and testing. If you have any of the above knowledge and experience, and are interested in hearing more about the opportunities, please apply now. *Please note: Due to the high level of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted* Eligibility: Due to working on behalf of our client, unfortunately if you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK your application will be automatically declined **NO AGENCY CALLING