Role: Project Design Engineer

Location: Cranfield(hybrid)

Duration: 12 months

Rate: £31.86/hour

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About our client:

Our client is a global leader in the automotive industry, known for innovation and excellence. They are committed to delivering high-quality vehicles and driving sustainable solutions for the future.

Main tasks and responsibilities

Implement on-board telematics systems for our client's vehicles manufactured in Europe for global markets.
Develop and deliver the IVC (In Vehicle Connectivity) ECU for specific vehicle programs
Manage Tier 1 suppliers to deliver products to Quality, Cost & Timing targets.
Generate and release of TCU configuration data
Coordinate supplier validation to our client's design standards ahead of software release
Collaborate with internal test departments to confirm function and performance of vehicle connected services
Create and maintain cross carline development plans
Collaborate with Telematics Service Providers, ensuring their development schedules are aligned to our client's milestones.
Perform design reviews at key milestones
Perform hands on investigation and analysis on both test bench and vehicleQualifications, skills, training requirements

Degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline
Manufacturing BOM management experience (advantageous)
Office 365 tools (including Excel to intermediate/advanced level)
Have fluent written and verbal English language capability.
Be able to demonstrate and have practical experience in problem solving tools and techniques, and a strong mathematical understanding.Required

Experience in automotive ECU development
Base level of system knowledge for vehicle connectivity.
Understanding of mobile network infrastructure and data transfer
Applicants with experience in ECU development other than telematics may be considered

Desirable

Knowledge of 4G/5G technologies
Knowledge of non-European mobile networks
Knowledge of MQTT
Knowledge of End to End System architecture understanding with Cloud Infrastructure
Understanding of European eCall regulation
Experience with analysis tools to check ECU function and performance such as CANalyser, DLT Viewer, Wireshark, UDS diagnostic tool etc

This is an exciting opportunity to join a trusted brand with a strong presence in the UK market