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Job Purpose

The successful candidate will perform test, development and system integration work on Vehicles and engine test beds for mechanical systems and support test and development of performance, emissions and fuel economy on gasoline automotive engines contributing to meeting current and future regulatory and customer requirements.

Personal Specification

• National Diploma, Engineering degree qualified or a similar qualification.
• Strong numeracy and literacy.
• Good communication, information transfer and inter-personal skills with a practical and pro-active hands on approach.
• Capable of working efficiently as part of a small team to tight and changing deadlines.
• Capable of leading a project element with support from senior staff when necessary.
• Effective team member contributing to improvements and high customer service.
• Have experience in Vehicle testing and assessment. Preferably with some calibration experience.
• Relevant testing experience and a good working knowledge of gasoline (preferred) and / or diesel engines.
• Proficiency in calibration tools (ETAS INCA preferred) and data analysis
• Detailed knowledge of engine mechanical development, combustion analysis or engine performance validation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform test & development work for automotive engines and mechanical systems on Test Bed and in Vehicle.
• Support test and development of performance, emissions, economy as needed based on project scope, to include:
  • Manage engine build activities
  • Design, plan and organise test and development programmes
  • Supervise engine development programs
  • Analyse data, ensuring data quality
  • Feedback results & prepare test reports
• Work collaboratively with the Design department and key external suppliers to establish engine targets for new projects and to help to establish and optimise designs
• Work collaboratively with other departments on the analysis and integration of engine systems to ensure their proper function
• Collaborate with CACQ as needed for joint projects and projects where support is required
• Collaborate with the engine calibration team to seamlessly handover and jointly deliver projects as needed

Other Features of job

• During test programs the normal work location may change to the test site
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK

Personal Specification

• HND, Degree qualified or similar qualification.
• Good communication and inter-personal skills with practical, pro-active hands on approach.
• Capable of working efficiently as part of a small team to tight deadlines.
• Capable of leading a project element with support from more senior staff when necessary.
• Effective team working skills and organizational skills
• Detailed knowledge of emission legislation and regulations.
• Previous experience on PFI and GDI engine combustion systems, their calibration and their interaction with the after-treatment system
• Good working knowledge of emissions controls for gasoline vehicles

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the engine and vehicle emission target setting and realisation.
• Coordinate design/specification of engine, EMS and after-treatment to meet emissions targets
• Explore and research on new emission reduction technologies.
• Support/lead to develop Changan’s short and long term emission strategies
• Work closely with engine, calibration & vehicle teams on emission solution.
• Carry out/supervise engine and vehicle emission test when needed.
• Responsible for emission related design rule and test procedure.
• Data analysis and mentoring of junior engineers.
• Experienced in all or some of the following:
• - Emissions testing
• - Engine P&E development
• - After treatment systems
• ising with our CAE team to ensure components meet all performance and attribute targets
• The ideal candidate will be experienced in the specification of gasoline emissions control and after-treatment systems, having defined at least two systems and seen them into production
• Be a team player with the flexibility to work alongside talented colleagues as part of a driven and dedicated team
• Have proven experience of working within automotive product development for certain years

Other Features of job

• Primary location will be at Birmingham Business Park
• Travel may be required but depends on project requirement
• Competitive salary.
• Competitive benefit package
• Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK

 Job Purpose

Work with the Senior IT Service & Support Engineer to provide day to day IT Support to the user community based at Birmingham Business Park and associated sites, including Redditch and MIRA.

Success in this role will be judged using a range of metrics including:

• Throughput:          tasks completed / time.
• Quality:                re-work required.
• Consistency:         maintaining agreed standards & doing things in an approved way.
• Autonomy:            ability to work effectively, without exceeding personal limits.
• “Personability”:     generation of positive feedback from customer interactions.

 Personal Specification

Individual must have demonstrable skills at second-line level, based on experience acquired in a comparable environment to Changan UK.

Essential skills & experience

• In-depth knowledge of client applications running under Windows 7 and above
• User account creation and management; Active Directory & Exchange
• Automated PC build and software deployment technologies
• Familiarity with formal methodologies, particularly ITIL
• Ability to prioritise and schedule work to deliver maximum value to the business
• Demonstrable ability to undertake diagnostics in a structured and effective way

Desirable skills & experience

• SharePoint
• ITIL V3 Foundation qualification
• Up to date Microsoft qualifications

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Report to the Senior IT Service & Support Engineer, and work with the rest of the IT Team to deliver high quality IT Support to a user community of over 150 people.
• Support the transition from reactive to proactive tasks through improved processes, monitoring, maintenance and management.
• Diagnose and resolve problems across the full range of IT solutions in use within the business, taking the initiative and working proactively, without close supervision.
• Work with the rest of the IT Team to improve support quality and productivity.
• Actively seek improvements to processes, policies and procedures to enhance customer service.
• Ensure all incidents are recorded and handled properly.
• Further the reputation of the IT Team within the business by communicating effectively, supporting agreed policies and behaving in a professional manner.
• Help ensure the needs of new starters are fully met, “right first time”.
• Proactively share knowledge and help other team members to do the same.
• Ensure solutions provided are in line with agreed IT strategy and standards.
• Adhere to industry best practice, as outlined in ITIL V3.
• Use the Service Desk Management Tool and associated resources effectively and constructively. Work to and support use of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Support IT elements of projects and initiatives, working effectively with in-house and external resources.
• Work with the rest of the team to ensure periods of holiday and absence are covered as effectively as possible, so as to minimise risk to Service Delivery.
• Occasionally work outside normal office hours when necessary.

Other features

• There will be an opportunity to learn more about, and hence and specialise in specific products, such as CAD (PTC Creo / Windchill), so past experience with these products would be beneficial.
• Chinese language skills would be an advantage.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Job Purpose

Development of control systems for advanced powertrain systems. Working with a cross-functional team of engineers to integrate mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems. Perform validation to ensure that product meets requirements. Identify and solve technical issues that arise during the development.

Personal Specification

• Has a BSc or equivalent in Automotive, electrical, mechanical or control engineering.
• Certain years relevant system integration experience preferably in Powertrain technology
• Maintaining and developing strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Must have experience of working in MiL/SiL and/or HiL environments.
• Must have experience of Systems targets development and verification.
• Good logical reasoning
• Demonstrating depth of knowledge in a relevant technical speciality
• Inspiring team to strive for improvements and high customer service, achieving results through effective team work
• Working with cross functional teams and supporting the Senior Engineers in the delivery of the performance objectives of the group
• Showing ability to overcome cultural barriers

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform control strategy design, modelling, development and integration for powertrain systems.
• Perform control module validation and implementation on test rigs and in vehicles.
• Use of control system development tools: Canalyser and INCA. Matlab, Simulink, Stateflow, Embedded Coder.
• Support benchmarking and requirement capture activities, FMEA and functional safety analysis.
• Support for electrical systems and interfacing to communication networks (e.g. CAN, Serial), Digital, Analogue, PWM etc.
• Support the development of simulation models for powertrain subsystems and their integration into MIL and HIL environments.
• Assist in the development of systems engineering planning documentation to define how the systems engineering activities of a project will be controlled and developed
• Supporting supplier management and coordination.

Other Features of job

• Role based in UK with core CAUK team at Birmingham Business Park. Occasional travel to other CA sites, on development trips and to visit suppliers is a requirement.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Job Purpose

Develop simulation environment and plant models for all Powertrain Control system projects

Personal Specification

• 1^st degree or equivalent in automotive, electrical/electronic, mechanical or control engineering.
• Certain years relevant experience in an automotive environment
• Maintaining and developing strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Good logical reasoning and problem investigation/resolution
• Proven experience of developing complex simulation models.
• Proven experience of developing plant models for control system co-simulation.
• Good understanding of modelling at different levels of fidelity and the appropriate use of simulation during the development lifecycle.
• Good overall understanding of full Control System development lifecycle would be an advantage.
• Experience of design and implementation of automotive powertrain simulation models would be a distinct advantage but equivalent experience in aerospace or other industries will be considered.
• Preferred working knowledge of Mathworks toolset and GT Suite but will consider equivalent experience in other toolsets.
• Experience of Model Based System Engineering would be an advantage
• Ability to work in cross functional teams.
• Proven ability to overcome cultural barriers
• Full UK driving license

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop requirement specifications, design, implementation, integration and test of control system simulation models.
• Work closely with Control System and Control Software teams to ensure delivery of complete system.
• Be a practitioner and promoter of advanced simulation techniques
• Support system robustness, diagnostics and functional safety development and analysis at a simulation level.

Other Features of job

• Part of small team integrated with a larger multifunctional product team which is responsible for delivering complex projects
• Role based in the UK. Occasional travel to other CA sites and to visit suppliers is a requirement.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Job Purpose

To support the design activities of the Engine Department.

Personal Specification

• HND, Degree qualified or similar qualification.
• Wealth of knowledge and experience within engine design.
• Detailed Experience of Concept through to Production of a major Engine System group.
• Ability to apply fundamental principles to the design of Components and systems.
• Experience in planning System Verification testing through use of Quality tools such as FMEA etc.
• Ability to review detailed Verification test data to assess performance of the Engine systems and components.
• Knowledge of the required CAE Analysis techniques to support System Design.
• General Knowledge of Complete Powertrain with some Design experience of multiple engine systems.
• Proven track record of experience relating to CAD systems for creation of complex components and detail drawings including use of GD&T.
• Ability to coordinate the System BoM and progress the complete system.
• Experience of Detailed Benchmarking of Engine components and systems.
• Good communication, information transfer and inter-personal skills with practical, pro-active hands on approach.
• Capable of working efficiently as part of an interdisciplinary team to  achieve tight deadlines.
• Capable of leading a project element with support from more senior staff when necessary.
• Effective team member contributing to improvements and high customer service.
• Good experience using Pro-Engineer for Detailed design of Components and Assemblies, knowledge of Data management tools such as Windchill.
• Use of MS Office for data evaluation and presentation.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design of engine system and components, including concept design, layout design and detailed design.
• Assist with general engine layout design and DMU testing
• Engine platform design (vehicle-powertrain integration, powertrain layout design)
• Responsible for the design improvement and quality problem solving for engine system and components.
• Provide support to engine design and development projects
• Supplier liaison
• Provide support to engine development projects and prototype development
• Provide support to vehicle and powertrain packaging and installation

Other Features of job

• Primary location will be at Birmingham Business Park
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Job Purpose

To support the design activities of the Engine Department.

Personal Specification

• Degree qualified or similar qualification
• Strong numeracy and literacy
• Certain years experience is essential and preferably some of this will be in automotive
• Good logical reasoning
• Capable of leading areas of engine design activity on one of more projects
• Demonstrates either a good depth of knowledge in Engine design, ideally in the area of Gasoline Passenger car engines.
• Experience of leading the specification and design of new engines
• Evidence of achieving results as a leading member of a design team
• Able to overcome cultural barriers

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage parts of the design team to achieve team targets, including timing and cost, with close cooperation with the rest of the design team,  under the guidance of the Chief Engineer
• Manage and review  general engine layout design and Digital Mock Up testing within scope of technical responsibility
• Design and release of components
• Conduct evaluation on existing designs
• Provide technical support and advices on engine design projects
• Manage and review the design of engine systems and components
• Supplier management and assessment.
• Assist with DVP verification and sign off DVR.
• Responsible for the design improvement and quality problem solving for engine system and components.
• Apply new engine and components technologies, techniques and advanced materials.
• Provide support and troubleshooting support to HQ for engine design related projects.
• Provide in house training and mentor to both UK and Chinese engineers
• Assist the Chief Engineer  as required with team building and team member developments

Other Features of job

• Role based in UK with core CAUK team. Occasional travel to other CA sites and suppliers is a requirement, in UK, EU, China or elsewhere as appropriate
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Changan UK R&D Centre - based in the Midlands is currently recruiting for a Quality Engineer – Transmission Project Management.  This is an exciting career opportunity to work within a World Leading Powertrain R&D Centre.

Job Purpose

Supporting the Advanced Quality managing prototype suppliers in the UK and developing “high risk” volume suppliers in China – significantly improving communication with Changan HQ whilst gaining knowledge in quality, manufacturing and purchasing to develop their role further.

Personal Specification

• Engineer or Technical Buyer - HND, Degree qualified or similar qualification.
• Fluent in verbal and written mandarin.
• Able to write formal, well-structures and concise meeting discussions in English and Chinese.
• Open to regular trips to China every 3 months.
• Able to translate questions and answers relating to manufacturing & quality matters concisely.
• Proficient user or Microsoft Office tools.
• Enthusiastic to learn and understand how parts are manufactured at suppliers: gears, shafts, castings etc.
• Well-organized and able to prioritise multiple tasks in parallel (with guidance).
• Patient, tolerant and positive – identifying how to approach and overcome obstacles.
• Willing to research and learn about new topics to gain understanding.
• Able to interpret and understand technical specifications and drawings.
• Able to present & discuss technical information in a clear and concise manner.
• Support project issues both internally and with suppliers.
• Interest to understand quality tools & methodology (with guidance).

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Support with sourcing, purchasing and receiving prototype parts for transmission assemblies.
• Compile cost summaries for prototype part supplier offers for purchasing reviews to discuss strategy.
• Issue requests for quotation (RFQ) to potential suppliers and supporting information (drawings & specifications).
• Chase prototype suppliers to ensure parts are delivered right, first time.
• Visit UK-based prototype suppliers to support technical issues and requests for new business.
• Review quality data to ensure prototype parts are to specification.
• Support concessions or deviations for prototype component suppliers.
• Support the development of a Purchasing Department.
• Support with Changan Quality visits to China and high volume production part suppliers.
• Translate questions from Lead Quality Engineer and corresponding answers from the supplier.
• Learn how to audit suppliers to TS 16949 standards and Changan requirements.
• Translate supplier visit reports into Chinese so they can be instantly circulated to Changan HQ & Suppliers.
• Chase Changan HQ personnel for information requested during regular reviews.
• Organise and summarise regular reviews with Changan HQ colleagues.

Other Features of job

• Knowledge of manufacturing methods for mechanical parts: castings, forming, cutting, fabrication.
• Knowledge of the Product Creation Development System (PCDS).
• Knowledge and awareness of ISO 9001 & TS 16949 standards.
• Knowledge of basic purchasing requirements: understanding the supply chain, process used, delivery terms and adherence to Changan requirements.
• Role based at Birmingham Business Park. Occasional travel to other CA sites, and to visit suppliers is a requirement.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Changan UK R&D Centre - based in the Midlands is currently recruiting for a Software Validation and Verification Engineer.  This is an exciting career opportunity to work within a World Leading Powertrain R&D Centre.

Job Purpose:

Deliver Powertrain control SW projects for mass production.

Personal Specification:

• Degree qualified or similar qualification
• Must have recent experience of working in Automotive sector
• Must have certain years of post-graduate experience, preferably with the majority being in the Automotive sector
• Must have previous experience of implementing software V & V process, preferably in an Automotive project
• Must have previous experience of preparing an organisation for certification (e.g. TickIT, ISO 9001 )
• Must be familiar with ISO 26262
• Must have strong numeracy and literacy, including ability to write clear documentation.
• Should have experience of software development process, review, MIL/SIL testing
• Must have experience of recent Matlab/Simulink (should be R2013a or newer)
• Should have experience of Mathworks V & V tools
• Must have good understanding of model based software development
• Must have good understanding of ANSI C programming language
• Preferably will have direct experience of developing real time control software
• Proven ability to work as part of a team to demanding deadlines
• Full UK driving license

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work closely with software engineers who are developing powertrain control software for hybrid powertrain systems
• Develop automated V&V processes that assist the creation of high quality software within demanding timescales
• Implement software within a quality and safety managed environment
• Contribute to the continuing development of software process and methodology

Other Features of job:

• Role based in UK with core CAUK team. Occasional travel to other CA sites, on development trips and to visit suppliers is a requirement
• Must be eligible to work in the UK 

Changan UK R&D Centre - based in the Midlands is currently recruiting for a Senior Powertrain System Engineer. This is an exciting career opportunity to work within a World Leading Powertrain R&D Centre.

Job Purpose

Support a growing team for system analysis and design of hybrid powertrains, continue the development of the Changan model based system engineering approach.

You must have a broad vehicle system knowledge and a good understanding of system and Software interaction within a hybrid electrical powertrain. You will also have a process driven, quality mind-set supported by technical expertise with excellent communication and presentation skills.

Experience of developing system and/or Software requirements for automotive based control systems is essential.

Having previous experience of working to a MBSE process using SYSML and requirements capture tools to develop systems would be an advantage.

Personal Specification

• Experience required:

           -  Bachelor Degree in a relevant scientific field with certain years post graduate experience with preferably some of this in automotive Powertrain development

              or

           - Master Degree in a relevant scientific field with certain years post graduate experience with preferably some of this in automotive Powertrain development

• Logical thinker
• Strong numeracy and literacy, including ability of write clear documentation
• Excellent communication skills and able to work as part of a cross functional team
• Demonstrate a good understanding of the system and software engineering processes
• Has a minimum of three years’ relevant experience of developing System and/or SW Architectures particularly in the field of Automotive Control Systems
• Experience of system validation using MIL, HIL and prototype vehicles.
• Capable of performing robustly in a dynamic environment
• Proven ability of delivering within demanding deadlines.
• Able to handle cultural differences.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Build up an in-depth understanding of the vehicle systems interactions
• Communicate effectively with the project, system, software and component teams to capture information and review requirements
• Develop the system model using Enterprise Architect to capture information
• Define system and software requirements to deliver the project goals with an initial focus on Hybrid and Transmission Control Units
• Develop Control system and software Interface specifications based on functional allocation
• Create and document test procedures to effectively validate the requirements for production
• Review test results to verify the delivered system meets the requirements

Other features of job

• Role based in the UK with core CAUK team at Birmingham Business park. Occasional travel to other CA sites, on development trips and to visit suppliers is a requirement.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK