Vehicle Electrical Design Engineer

Overview

Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations.  We are seeking an EDS Engineer to deliver harness and routing designs for various Engine Platforms both 4 and 6 cylinder and new EV platform.  The successful candidate is expected to be conversant with client toolsets as well as current thinking/techniques in Automotive EDS Engineering.

The work is expected to be done in a hybrid fashion with at 3 days a week on-site.

We are looking for energetic and driven engineers with broad expertise, however of particular interest would be candidates with previous experience working on HGV or PCV chassis.

This role represents a great opportunity to work on new vehicle lines.  Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving with an ability to work with offshore teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver harness and routing designs for various Engine Platforms both 4 and 6 cylindernad EV platforms.
• Good understanding of EV platforms.
• Collaborate with Project Management and Vehicle Test Team to finalise timelines and co-ordinate material for all electrical harnessing to ensure on time delivery for each prototype build.
• Develop electrical design and schematic inputs.
• Route haresses using 3D tools.
• Participate in design reviews and provide engineering suport throuout the product development lifecycle.
• Support packaging, design and development of LV and high voltage harness systems for BEVs.
• Evaluate various low voltage distribution concepts for next gen EV vehicles which takes into account DCDC power levels, power distribution and low voltage battery management.
• Work closely with corss-functional teams tosupport system integration, design validation and issue resolution.

Qualifications

• Degree level qualification in Engineering with relevant background.
• A lower qualification would be acceptable for example HNC/HND should the candidate be able to demonstrate significant demonstrable experience in lieu.
• Full UK (or equivalent) driving licence.

Essential skills

• Design and development of automotive wiring harnesses using Saber.
• Use of PTC Creo for electrical wire harness design/routing.
• Use of PTC Windchill PLM toolset.
• Self- sufficient, self-motivated and excellent team-player.
• Flexible, adaptable, proactive, diplomatic attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Command of common Microsoft Office tools, Excel, Outlook, Teams & Word.
• Understanding of wire harness manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and compliance.
• Design and development of wiring harnesses for HGV/PCV applications.

Experience

• Extensive experience in the design and development of automotive wiring harnesses.
• Experience in the use of CREO and Sabre.

What do I need before I apply

• Ability/willingness to work on the client site in Leyland

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges  
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects   
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses  
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo 

• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
  • Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
  • Communicating and promoting vacancies
  • Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
  • Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
  • Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”. 

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive