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Technical Specialist - Structural Durability, CAE & Simulation (EXPIRED)

Where

Warwick

Type

Permanent

Salary

Annual

REQ ID: 128736 JOB TITLE: Technical Specialist - Structural Durability, CAE & Simulation SALARY: £70,000 - £85,000 POSTING START DATE: 08/05/2025 POSTING END DATE: 22/05/2025 LOCATION: Gaydon, Warwick, UK Product Engineering at JLR is centred on innovation and creativity. From advanced driver assistance systems to developing the future of electric propulsion, the opportunities to create exceptional experiences for the future of motoring are wide-ranging. You'll work alongside industry experts to drive product strategy, manage programs, analyse performance, and lead transformation initiatives. Exceptional careers that bring world-renowned vehicles to life start here.Join JLR as a Technical Specialist - Structural Durability, CAE & Simulation!Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of automotive engineering? At JLR, we are seeking a highly skilled Technical Specialist to lead the charge in advancing our Structural Durability, CAE & Simulation. This role is crucial to our mission of Building Customer Trust through the durability of our body-in-white (BIW) structures.As a Technical Specialist, you will work closely with the Structural Integration & Analysis (SI&A) Durability Chapter Lead and other key stakeholders. Your expertise will be instrumental in developing and delivering strategies that enhance our CAE tools and processes, ensuring the continued success and performance of JLR BIW structures.You will be at the forefront of innovation, driving the successful development and deployment of new CAE tools and processes within the on-cycle Durability team. Additionally, you will support the introduction of new physical technologies, such as mega castings, and ensure that BIW Durability requirements are met with appropriate CAE detection methods.WHAT TO EXPECT
  • Develop and align the SI&A off-cycle Durability strategy with key stakeholders
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritise and implement new CAE technologies and processes
  • Create and deliver new CAE methods to predict body structure behaviour, using an Agile approach
  • Ensure physical testing supports CAE development and correlation
  • Support the introduction of new physical technologies by developing appropriate CAE digital twins
  • Resolve complex issues in vehicle programmes and provide technical mentorship to the CAE community
  • Foster the personal development of the off-cycle Durability team
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
  • Technical Expertise in Automotive Body Structures Durability: Extensive knowledge in the durability of automotive body structures (or similar), including strength and fatigue, parent materials, and joining methods. Proficient in simulation using finite element and other numerical methods, ideally gained in an automotive OEM or Tier 1 supplier
  • Analytical Skills: Excellent ability to conduct complex research into new tools and processes, providing innovative solutions
  • R&D Management: Proven ability to prioritise and manage complex R&D activities, applying these skills to challenging projects using an Agile approach
  • Automotive Design Development: Solid experience in automotive (or similar industrial) design development processes, ensuring high standards and efficiency
  • Team Management: Previous experience managing a small, highly technical team, fostering collaboration and technical growth
Creating Modern Luxury requires a modern approach to work. At JLR, hybrid working is a voluntary, non-contractual arrangement providing employees more choice and flexibility around how, when and where they work. Some roles require more on-site work, but details of this can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview stage.We work hard to nurture a culture that is inclusive and welcoming to all. We understand candidates may require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process. Please discuss these with your recruiter so we can accommodate your needs. Applicants from all backgrounds are welcome. If you're unsure that you meet the full criteria of a role - but you're interested in where it could take you - we still encourage you to apply. We believe in people's ability to grow and develop within their role - it's what makes living the exceptional with soul possible.JLR is committed to equal opportunity for all.

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