Job Description

Singer UK - Head of Electrical Engineering



Since 2009, our focus has been the pursuit of a meticulously restored and reimagined air-cooled Porsche 911. Our lofty objective to distil, enhance and recombine the strands of greatness that have long marked the Porsche 911 as iconic.



Today, the cars we restore to bespoke commission for our global clientele appear in the world's most prestigious global automotive shows and publications.



The Company



Singer Vehicle Design was formed in 2009 to explore the creative possibilities within the vibrant world of the classic automobile. We are dedicated to the passionate study, preservation and optimisation of the world's most respected high-performance vehicles.



There are no shortcuts to achieve this. Every detail is considered and finessed. The highest standards of execution and finish reflect our company's quest for excellence in all areas.



Our vehicles demonstrate our obsession for detail and quality to the highest level.



Our philosophy remains Everything is Important.



http://singervehicledesign.com

Reports to:

Vice President of Engineering

Member of:

Engineering

Location:

Woodford Halse, Northamptonshire, NN11 3UB

Job Purpose:

Reporting to the Vice President of Engineering, this role will be accountable to the Chief Engineer for the design and development of the Electrical, Electronic and Software content for all Singer vehicle programmes.



This role will provide ownership of major vehicle system design and delivery ensuring all projects in the operating plan are delivered on time, on budget and to specification.



The role will contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice Engineering processes, vision, strategy, policies, and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.



Main Responsibilities



Own the specification, design, development and validation testing of vehicle Electrical and Electronic content providing technical direction, sourcing strategy, DFA and DFM.



Define and implement the electrical systems strategy aligned with corporate and product goals



Develop and manage the strategy of outsourcing activity to partners in order to balance our internal headcount and ensure on activity is delivered on time within budget.



Working with Supply Chain Management to ensure delivery of components and systems on schedule for all phases of prototype, pilot, pre-production, and production build.



Preparation and presentation of material to support external and internal project status reviews.



Overseeing all department project engineering to guarantee vehicle systems are delivered on time, on budget and to specification. Seeks to drive continuous improvement in technology, engineering, and delivery.



Identify and implement best practice engineering processes, improving robustness in our engineering integrity



Leadership of a team of highly qualified and experienced individuals



Preparation and presentation of material to support external and internal project status reviews



Lead the team responsible for specific vehicle programme requirements including:



System Specification DFMEA, DVP, Vehicle / System level test specs



System Budgets & Expenditure including supporting setting system budgets



System Timing & Delivery including design, release (ETRS), development and validation plans



System planning & allocation



System BOM management & tracking



Robust issue resolution



With the Programme Management team, own delivery for all projects in line with SCDP (Singer Creative Development Plan) and ensure the cascaded KPIs are on track



Provide authority on the EBOM to all stakeholders, ensuring project delivery is on time and to budget



Work with the Supply Chain and Manufacturing departments to define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements.



Knowledge, skills, and experience



A high level of technical knowledge & experience of vehicle Electrical and Electronic component & system design, test & production delivery processes.



Deep understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262), EMC/EMI compliance, and system vali-dation processes.



PC literate and a competent user of MS Office products.



Experienced in OEM and/ or Engineering Services



Experience of high value and niche vehicle (low volume) programmes



5 years of experience in automotive electrical/electronics engineering, including leadership roles



Personal Specification



Must have great attention to detail



Energetic, proactive, calm under pressure, personable and mature personality



Reliable and punctual



Strong team-worker - ability to thrive in a small, closely-knit team



Flexibility - being prepared to work longer hours when occasionally required



Become familiar with and work to the company's health and safety standards



Advise and report on any issues relating to health and safety



To comply with all company policies and procedures



Support other departments when required



Demonstrable leadership behaviours including being able to lead by example, lead negotiations influence stakeholders, be a coach and mentor.



Takes ownership for team cohesion and team development.



Excellent leadership and man- management skills.



Ability to manage a variety of cross-functional team members.



Commercially aware.



Qualifications and Training



Mechanical or Automotive Engineering Degree or relevant experience



Formal management qualifications advantageous