Systems Engineer (EDS)

RLE International is working on behalf of their Essex based Automotive Client, who are currently looking for a Systems Engineer to support and join their expanding team.

Our client offers a wide range of unique opportunities available to suit some of the best people and brightest minds in the automotive industry.

They are positioned to become the most desirable Asian brand in Europe, and they need your help to get there.

Position Description: Systems Engineer - EDS

Rate: £Neg via Umbrella

This is an opportunity to be a part of the growing Low Voltage EDS (Electrical Distribution System) Team, working inside the new Model-E organisation. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the systems engineering development for the LV EDS team, which offers exciting exposure to every electrified system on the vehicle.  

Lead Implementation of the Electrical Distribution System (EDS) for Global Programs based on generic and reusable architectures.

Lead the development of the Electrical Distribution system as specified by the current level of EDS SDS  

Lead the interface to Full-Service Supplier to deliver the definition of fuse size, wire size and type  Lead the EDS content within electrical / functional compatibility reviews

Support signoff of EDS Design requirements and Design rule checks relative to EDS Systems  

Lead EDS interface with Systems Engineering on logical and physical schematic development  

Lead the interface to Full-Service Supplier to work with CAE Team to complete circuit CAE analysis  

Lead EDS Systems cost analysis and topology / architecture analysis  

Support Full-Service Supplier with logical and physical schematic design data management  

Lead Full-Service Supplier to develop compliant Fusing & Grounding Strategies.  

Support Full-Service Supplier to optimize harness family complexity  

Support pre-production vehicles for potential campaign items and assess warranty impact  

Support 3D wire routing and package CAD layout activity (bundle size calculations, etc.)  

Support Technical Design Reviews with Technical Leads  

Support best design efficiencies for manufacturing, assembly, and failure mode avoidance practices.

Support program specific foundation documents (Boundary Diagrams, DFMEA, etc)  

Support manufacturing print development with Full-Service Supplier Partner, sign-off, and release.  

Drive commonality of designs across multiple programs and platforms  

Participate in vehicle builds (launch) and lead resolution of issues (AIMS)

Skills Required:  

Demonstrate the application and deployment of engineering quality tools (FMEA, 8D, 6-Sigma, APQP)  

Demonstrate the application and deployment of engineering processes (WERS, AIMS, FEDEDVP, Teamcenter)  

Excellent communication skills and ability to work as one team across multiple regions (FNA, FAPA, FSAO)  

Excellent administrative skills and level of organisation  

Project management skills with a thorough attention to detail

Experience Required:

Experience in EDS Engineering  

Experience and ability to judge and improve EDS designs and processes to prevent failure modes.

Experience of using FEDE, WERS or similar systems is an advantage Knowledge of Transit vehicle Electrical Systems and Components is an advantage.

Education Required:

HNC/HND in Engineering

Education Preferred:

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Additional Information:

Hybrid role x 1 day a week in Dunton

INSIDE IR35

*Please note: Due to the high level of applicants, only successful candidates will be contacted*

Eligibility:  Due to working on behalf of our Client, unfortunately if you require sponsorship for a visa to work in the UK your application will be automatically declined

**NO AGENCY CALLING**