Instrument Cluster Engineer (930)

Instrument Cluster Engineer (930) Location: Cranfield Hourly Rate: £29.00 p/h We are recruiting for an Instrument Cluster Engineer to work with a globally recognised automotive company based in Cranfield. This is a long-term contract role, potentially extending for several years. Key Responsibilities: • Development of Instrument Cluster, Head-Up Displays, and other displays to meet client design and test standards. • Supplier management to ensure parts meet cost, quality, and timing requirements. • Maintain and manage physical part BOM (Bill of Materials) and configuration data for the client’s manufacturing plant. • Prepare functional specifications through collaboration with system owners, customer-oriented engineering, styling, and trim engineers. • Present development status during internal design reviews. • Review and approve part drawings from suppliers. • Manage validation of parts with in-house teams and suppliers. • Support vehicle development builds at manufacturing plants, resolving issues as they arise. • Lead vehicle life cycle cost reduction initiatives and warranty investigations. • Ensure closure of quality concerns and no BOM or configuration errors affecting vehicle builds. Qualifications & Experience: Essential: • Relevant Engineering degree or equivalent. • Understanding of basic electrical theory. • Experience in developing HMI (Human-Machine Interface) parts. • Familiar with automotive electrical architecture. • Minimum 1-year exposure to CAN communication. • Familiar with software development V cycle and validation methods. • At least 2 years of experience in similar roles within automotive or equivalent sectors. • Experience in HMI specification creation. • Well-organised with strong written and verbal communication skills. • Able to travel in the UK and abroad, sometimes at short notice. Beneficial: • Experience in automotive BOM & configuration management. • Understanding of manufacturing techniques used for Instrument Cluster components. • Knowledge of parts cost drivers and budget setting. • Familiar with the JIRA concern management tool. • Knowledge of 3D CAD tools and processes. Hours & Pay: • Monday to Friday, 39 hours per week. • Hourly rate: £29.00 p/h. This position provides the opportunity to work on advanced instrument cluster development within the automotive sector. LMIND