Prototype Engineer

Prototype Engineer

and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and

integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world's car

manufacturers.

The Role:

Reviewing prototype orders based on the Prototype Management System. Support of all

local prototype activities to determine the most efficient manufacturing route. Supporting RFT manufacture of prototypes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Responsible for prototype engineering, requests, manufacturing and inspection, which

includes reviewing prototype requests (internal and external) in conjunction with the prototype.

• Determine preferred manufacturing sourcing route and delivery date.
• Conduct feasibility studies, cost analysis, and risk assessments for new product

proposals.

• Compare required components with available forgings to identify the best fit.
  • Identify raw component sourcing (forgings or semi-finished parts) to meet the final prototype needs.
  • Create in process engineering drawings when required to support the finished assembly and supporting line companies.
  • Create PMS requests for raw material. Order all materials needed:
• Required knowledge on application engineering, BOM and Windchill.
  • Develop new machining processes, in-process measuring methods and suppliers.

• Deliver required outcomes by coordinating the activities of subcontractors and suppliers and

acting as a primary point of contact for them.

• Help to install complex systems and conduct inspections of equipment with guidance.
• Communicate the status of orders with requestors.
  • Directly coach team members and maintain a physical presence.
  • Communication of appropriate site information to the team.

Who you'll be:

To be successful in this position, you will have proven experience in machining and assembly processes in the automotive industry or a related environment. Experience working with Siemens and Fanuc-based CNC machines would be an advantage.

Specific Functional Capabilities, Knowledge and Skills Required

Essential Skills

• Able to accurately interpret engineering drawings, bill of materials, and execute instructions.

Creatively solve technical challenges with independent actions as appropriate.

• Manufacturing Engineering skill

• Manage project timelines, track progress, and ensure milestones are achieved on

schedule.

• Collaborate with other departments to maintain consistency and meet quality standards

Standards

• Identify shortcomings in existing manufacturing processes, systems, and procedures.

develop methods and processes to address them

• Good computer application software knowledge.

Tool Skills

• Good PC based computer skills MS Windows, Word, Excel, etc.

• Programming / Edit -Fanuc /Siemens CNC machines

• Auto cad / Creo

Desirable

• Experience required in Machining & assembly process.

• Machine process knowledge (CNC Lathe,VMC, Spline rolling, Heat treatment, Angular Grinding, Milling machine )

• 6+ years (combined) experience in product design and manufacturing process.

• project and time management skills to handle

multiple tasks, interact and coordinate workflow with internal support personnel.

Language Skills

Must be fluent in English

Travel Requirements

Local Infrequent

Our Offer:

This is an excellent opportunity to work at the forefront of technology and innovation across the fast-paced CVJ Vehicle market, supporting new product development across all phases of the product lifecycle. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, including a flexible working culture, attractive car lease scheme, excellent annual leave allowances, medical insurance, creche allowances, and ongoing career progression and development support.

Our people are at the heart of our success. If this opportunity excites you and you want to help drive innovation and change in our industry, we'd love to hear from you.

About GKN Automotive:

GKN Automotive is a global leader in CVJ /eDrive technologies, the architects of an electrified future. Our innovation, expertise and global footprint give us the ability to drive a sustainable future, delivering CVJ / eDrive technologies competitively and at scale.

We have been inventing the future for 250 years. Our technologies and innovations made front-wheel drive cars possible and all-wheel drive systems more efficient. GKN Automotive is now at the forefront of the mass production of advanced, efficient systems for electrified vehicles.

Through continuous innovation and improvements in efficiency, performance, and control systems, we are collaborating with global automotive manufacturers, helping them produce the next generation of electrified vehicles. We are the go-to technology partner for leading electrified vehicle manufacturers, with the ability to tailor every CVJ / eDrive solution, matched to our Driveline technologies.