Virtual Build and Test Planning Lead - Gaydon, United Kingdom - Jaguar Land Rover

Jaguar Land Rover
Jaguar Land Rover
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Gaydon, United Kingdom

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**Job Description


REQ ID:
120505


JOB TITLE:
Virtual Build and Test Planning Lead


SALARY:
Competitive


POSTING END DATE:
13th November 2023


LOCATION:
Gaydon


We're re-examining our vehicles and what a vehicle means in the emerging world of automation, connectedness, electrification and the shared economy.

New ideas, new technology, and new approaches to mobility are our business. Join a team of next generation thinkers.


WHAT TO EXPECT


Do you have a great eye for technical detail? Are you looking to make a real impact in JLR's product of the future? We need people like you, with the necessary skills, vision and courage to drive the business forward and unlock our business strategy.

In return, we'll recognise your engagement, excellence and passion with a range of rewards.


Digital Engineering and Virtual Series Engineering sit at the heart of everything we do, and we firmly believe that we can only meet our goals by prioritising our team and culture.

We give our team the freedom to drive impact and shape the future of our digital vehicles, within a diverse, inclusive and high-trust environment.


As a Virtual Test Planning Lead, you'll establish trusting relationships with engineering teams and be part of the Engineering Operations Organisation which is JLR's centre of excellence for simulation and digital vehicle engineering.


The Virtual Test Planning Lead is responsible for generating, managing and delivering the virtual design verification plan (DVP) for CAD and CAE assessments at a vehicle / attribute level.

They are also responsible for coordinating vehicle level CAE model build activities. The role includes reporting technical status, presenting outcomes and making recommendations.

You will be part of a collaborative, iterative and agile team of engineers helping to deliver best in class digital solutions to the business and its customers.


Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

  • Engaging with the engineering and attribute teams to plan and manage virtual test delivery for CAD and CAE assessments at a vehicle level
  • Ensure virtual tests are completed on time for the key programme milestones
  • Coordinating key CAE model build activities which are required for virtual tests
  • Planning, organising and chairing key programme meetings, communicating status/outcomes at showcase and gateway events
  • Management of virtual test metrics (KPIs)

WHAT YOU-LL NEED

Essential:


  • Excellent verbal, written and presentation communication skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas
  • Analytical and problemsolving skills in approaching technical issue resolution
  • Effective team player with strong interpersonal skills
  • Experience of project management, planning and delivery is essential
  • Proficient in using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

SO WHY US?


Bring all this to the home of premium innovation, and you'll find the opportunities to further your career with a world-class team, a discounted car purchase and lease scheme for you and your family, membership of a competitive pension plan and performance related bonus scheme.

All this and more makes JLR the perfect place to continue your journey.


This role may offer the opportunity for hybrid working where you can split your time between working from home and in the office.

At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees with more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work, if suitable for their role.

Further details can be discussed with the Hiring Manager at interview stage.

JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.
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