We are recruiting for a Passive Safety System Principal Engineer for one of our automotive clients based in Cranfield.
You will be working for a globally recognised automotive company.
This is a long-term contract role. The contract is on an ongoing basis a may run for several years.
Key Responsibilities of the Passive Safety System Principal Engineer:

Parts development and system performance planning knowledge of Passive Safety Systems (Restraints) covering seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels on all models, integrating supplier standard parts onto client vehicle architecture.
Project manage a variety of vehicle projects for both lifecycle and new model development timing, incorporating the key safety-related milestones.
Cost and budget management for current and new models, with ability to benchmark and compare those models to investigate cost reduction opportunities.
Ability to understand Safety Regulation and key changes for future models, and the importance of NCAP and its component requirements.
Define new Concepts for current and new models based on Regulation and project requirements.
Validation of system and component performance from test and highlight concern areas with potential solutions.
Production preparation and delivery to key milestones, including supplier process audit and manufacturing plant support.
Quality achievement for vehicle targets.
Delivery of new and current projects to the key milestone reporting, on time and on budget.
Delivery of FY cost reduction target according to projects and securing timing requirements.
Delivery of Quality concern resolution based on market concerns arising in a timely manner as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience for the Passive Safety System Principal Engineer:

More than five years in automotive experience, ideally with OEM or Tier 1 supplier and has covered at least one project from conception to completion on design side.
Degree in Engineering or similar discipline.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work in a global, cross-functional, cross-cultural environment
Excellent problem-solving skills with knowledge of Design Review, FTA and FMEA methods
Proven knowledge of automotive design and process experience.

Hours & Pay for the Passive Safety System Principal Engineer:
Monday to Friday
39 hours per week
28.61p/h