Exterior Lighting Engineer

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Join Our Team as an Interior Engineer!

Are you ready to illuminate the automotive industry with your expertise in exterior lighting? Adecco working in partnership with Bentley Motors is seeking a talented Exterior Lighting Engineer for a temporary contract that lasts for six months. If you're passionate about design, technology, and innovation, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Role: Exterior Lighting Engineer

Duration: 12 Months

Location: Crewe (3 days in the office)

Rate: Competitive (outside ir35)

Key Responsibilities:

As an Exterior Lighting Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in delivering top-notch automotive lighting functions and associated hardware. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Design Development: Lead the charge in the design and development of lighting technologies. Specify requirements, oversee testing, and ensure successful integration and validation of systems.
• Project Delivery: Plan and manage project-related activities, ensuring timely completion while communicating status effectively within cross-functional teams. Collaborate with suppliers to drive project deliverables.
• Problem Solving: Tackle complex engineering challenges head-on. Analyze and manage design-related issues to pinpoint root causes, leveraging data to produce insightful reports.
• Knowledge Development: Stay ahead of the curve by keeping up to date with the latest technologies. Influence group partners and foster innovation in lighting systems.
• Team Collaboration: Work effectively within a cross-functional team, contributing to shared objectives and enhancing team dynamics.

Qualifications & Skills:

To thrive in this role, you should bring:

• Expertise in Automotive Lighting: In-depth knowledge of lighting regulations, independent data interrogation using CATIA V5, and an understanding of automotive lighting systems.
• Project Management Skills: Experience in managing projects and suppliers, alongside financial awareness related to costs and budgets.
• Technical Know-How: Familiarity with complex plastic injection moulding tooling, vehicle electrical architecture, and optical design.
• Communication and Leadership: Strong ability to communicate across various levels of the organization and influence colleagues.
• Education: A higher engineering degree or equivalent is required, with membership in a relevant professional institution and Chartered Engineer status being preferable.

Why Join Us?

This temporary contract offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on automotive lighting projects. You'll work in an innovative environment where your skills will be valued, and your growth encouraged. Plus, the chance to collaborate with a talented team will enhance your professional journey!

Additional Information:

• Language Skills: Proficiency in German is a plus.
• Travel Requirements: Willingness to travel Europewide on short notice.
• Driving License: A full driving license is necessary.
• Health & Safety: Understanding of health and safety protocols and risk assessment capabilities in your area.

If you're a proactive problem solver who thrives in a dynamic environment, we'd love to hear from you! Join our client in shaping the future of automotive lighting. Apply today and light the way to an exciting career!

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Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered.

Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Adecco is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer.