REQ ID:130786
JOB TITLE: Project Engineer
LOCATION: HU - Budapest

Reimagine the future of modern luxury at JLR Hungary. Here you'll find roles from technical to supply chain. You'll collaborate with global teams across multiple sites and work with cutting-edge innovations to deliver extraordinary experiences. Your work will directly shape the next generation of our iconic brands. Come, create an exceptional future.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Vehicle Platform is one of the larger teams within the JLR Product Engineering organisation. The department has complete responsibility for the design and development of all Jaguar and Land Rover Body Structure, Interior, Exterior & Chassis systems from concept design through to volume production. With an increasing emphasis on Systems Engineering and virtual development techniques, the department utilises advanced Associative Vehicle Architecture (AVA) CAD and CAE to support the product development process. A role within the Lids Centre of Competance (CoC) involves working with a wide range of materials and manufacturing techniques, challenging functional and commercial targets and significant liaison with all internal areas of our business, as well as external component and system suppliers.

This role is within the ‘Front Lids and Charge Bowl Mechanisms’ team as a Project Engineer, reporting to the Chapter Lead and Technical Chapter Lead (TCL) on programme. The role will specifically focus on the engineering design, development and performance validation of fuel filler and charge port housings, together with associated sub-components (illumination, mechanisms and control features), on a new or ongoing vehicle programme, from concept confirmation through to attainment of Part Submission Warrant (PSW) and product launch at the vehicle manufacturing plant.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Applies agile ways of working consistently, including participating in agile ceremonies, supporting cross‑functional collaboration, and helping maintain clear governance and standards.
• Uses the agile tool set and software – including commodity plans, JIRA, confluence.
• Maintenance of and delivery against the commodity timing plan, ensuring all programme milestones are met.
• Work with Subject Matter Experts, CAD engineers and suppliers to develop CAD geometry which complies with all applicable requirements and standards, according to to VEPS maturity guidelines.
• Engineering issue resolution using recognised problem solving techniques and the Automated Issue Management system (AIMS) to identify root cause and implement permanent solutions, in support of the programme performance metrics.
• Work with the commodity supplier(s) to meet the Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) deliverables
• Work with cost engineering and purchasing to manage change requests and supplier quotation analysis in support of delivery of the programme cost targets.
• Liaise between JLR Design and suppliers to achieve feasible solutions compatible with Design intent.
• Keep all commodity documentation up to date including:
  • Agile administration (e.g. JIRA tickets)
  • Programme specific DFMEA or DRBFM (Design Review Based on Failure Mode)
  • RMDV (Requirement and Test Planning), including preparation and upload of reports and evidence
  • Bill of Materials
  • Product Design Specifications (PDS), Engineering Statement of Work (ESoW) and Software Engineering Statement of Work (SESoW)
  • Evidence Based Engineering Reviews (EBER)
  • Device Transmittal (DT) database for component electrical interfaces
  • Knowledge of Grade, Cyber Security, Functional Safety, Software Quality and Systems Engineering Processes.
• Organise and support regular Structured Engineering Reviews during the Virtual Series phase with the department core team, to ensure system geometric compatibility and compliance with BoD.
• Completion of all Production Release Data Judgement activity (PRDJ) in support of P-Release : full tool production authorisation, using WERS / iCREATE utilities..
• Detailed planning of component validation activities through to component sign off (CSO) and support of the engineering laboratories team in resolving any rig/component setup or test issues.
• Support pre-production builds both within the UK and at overseas manufacturing locations (where applicable).
• Identification of root cause and corrective actions for component test/validation failures or build issues and implementation of appropriate engineering changes through WERS / iCREATE utilities.
• Undertake any other work as directed by their line manager in connection with their job as may be requested from time to time.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

 Essential:

• Component development and delivery experience, both in engineering design definition and product launch.
• A knowledge of engineering commodity planning and change management processes.
• A knowledge of automotive body exterior systems and vehicle manufacturing processes.
• An understanding of Design FMEA, Design Verification Planning and Problem Solving processes.
• Ability to visualise and interrogate CAD geometry.
• Relevant Degree or equivalent education and experience.

Desirable:

• Ability to manipulate and interrogate CAD geometry in Catia V6 and Enovia.
• Knowledge of Grade, Cyber Security, Functional Safety, Software Quality and Systems Engineering Processes.
• A knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing and product dimensional control.
• A knowledge of volume component manufacturing processes, particularly injection moulding.
• A knowledge of common automotive material characteristics and performance.
• A knowledge of electro-mechanical assemblies and electrical interface requirements.
• A knowledge of CAN / LIN systems and diagnostics.
• Experience of OEM / supplier relationship management.
• Experience of working within an Agil organisation.

THE BENEFITS

This role is rewarding in more ways than one. On top of our core offering, you’ll do extraordinary work with amazing people. In addition, you can expect the following benefits:

• Join us for the next level of your career and help develop solutions that shape the future of cars
• Be part of an international, inclusive, and open-minded team where you have actual influence on the processes
• See the product you’re working on come to life from testing all the way to production
• Work flexibly with high percentage of home office or from our award-winning office
• Competitive salary and performance related bonus scheme
• Health and life insurance and cafeteria package
• Various company programs such as charity events or our regular board game club

Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work.

Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.

We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs.

Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you’re unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role– but you're interested in where it could take you – we still encourage you to apply.

We believe in people’s ability to grow and develop within their role – it’s what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.