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Ealing
£42 - 47 per hour
Contract
Hybrid
Senior Designer - JP1004 - £42.00 to £47.00 per hour PAYE rate (dependent upon experience).
Do you have significant experience in OEM automotive design studios, including contributions to concept and production vehicle development? You will also need a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional exterior design creativity, technical skills, and process. Are you ready to redefine the future of automotive design? This is your opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team in the heart of London. As a Senior Designer, you will not only create innovative and striking vehicle concepts but also play a pivotal role in shaping the automotive industry of tomorrow. With a focus on creativity, collaboration, and cutting-edge technology, this role offers a unique platform to showcase your design expertise and push boundaries in a truly inspiring environment.
What You Will Do:
- Develop compelling design proposals for both concept and production vehicles, from initial ideation to final execution.
- Balance multiple projects while demonstrating creativity, attention to detail, and clarity.
- Collaborate with global design teams and regional stakeholders to bring bold ideas to life.
- Translate emerging trends and insights into visionary design concepts.
- Deliver high-quality sketches and visualisations that effectively communicate design intent.
- Lead clay and digital modelling development to transform designs into 3D realities.
- Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure design integrity through every stage of development.
- Contribute to technical and styling reviews, ensuring designs meet quality and feasibility standards.
What You Will Bring:
- A degree in Automotive or Industrial Design (or a similar discipline).
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Alias, VRED, Blender, or similar design tools.
- A strong portfolio showcasing exceptional exterior design creativity, technical skills, and process.
- Experience in using AI tools to enhance design speed and agility.
- Significant experience in OEM automotive design studios, including contributions to concept and production vehicle development.
- Strong technical knowledge of engineering constraints and the ability to incorporate feedback effectively.
- Excellent communication skills, both visual and verbal, with the ability to articulate and present design ideas confidently.
This role is your chance to be part of a company that values bold innovation and creative vision. Your contributions will not only shape future vehicles but also influence the brand's direction, setting new standards in automotive design. By joining this team, you will be at the forefront of a rapidly evolving industry, collaborating with some of the best minds in the field to deliver groundbreaking solutions.
Location: Based in London, this role places you in a vibrant city that is a global hub for design and creativity.
Interested?: If you're ready to take your design career to the next level and make a lasting impact, we want to hear from you. Apply now and let's shape the future of automotive design together!
Length of Contract – until 31st March 2027. This role is Inside IR35.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Gaydon
£33.99 - 33.99 per hour
Contract
Hybrid
Vehicle Integration Engineer - 36855238 - £33.99/hr umbrella rate
Do you have a strong understanding of whole vehicle engineering and cross-functional vehicle systems? Are you ready to accelerate your career in the automotive industry? This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company, working on cutting-edge projects that shape the future of vehicles. As a Vehicle Integration Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and developing technical specifications and attributes for innovative vehicle architectures. With hybrid working arrangements, a collaborative team environment, and opportunities to tackle complex engineering challenges, this role promises to be both rewarding and inspiring.
What You Will Do:
- Lead the engineering integration process for vehicle architectures, ensuring optimal solutions are achieved.
- Design and develop technical specifications and attributes across various vehicle systems.
- Analyse current and emerging technologies, as well as competitor products, to influence future strategies.
- Resolve complex, multifunctional engineering challenges while balancing competing requirements.
- Coach, review, and delegate tasks to junior professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration and growth.
What You Will Bring:
- A strong understanding of whole vehicle engineering and cross-functional vehicle systems.
- Enthusiasm for automotive technologies and their development.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interpret and present technical information clearly.
- Proficiency in IT tools, including creating and managing presentations and spreadsheets.
- A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
This company is at the forefront of automotive innovation, aiming to deliver vehicles that combine exceptional engineering with cutting-edge technology. By joining as a Vehicle Integration Engineer, you'll contribute to shaping the future of mobility while working alongside a team of passionate professionals. The role also offers a dynamic hybrid working model, with the team collaborating in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays, ensuring a balance between flexibility and teamwork.
Location: This exciting role is based in Gaydon, a hub of automotive excellence and innovation.
Interested?: If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a real impact in the automotive industry, don't wait. Apply now to become a **Vehicle Integration Engineer** and drive your career forward!
This role is Inside IR35.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Solihull
£27.30 - 27.30 per hour
Contract
Hybrid
Customer Quality Engineer (NVH, Squeak, Rattle, Water) - 37232653 - £27.30/hr umbrella rate
Do you have knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and quality assurance? with proven experience in problem-solving using tools like 8D, Fishbone, and 5Y analysis? Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a role that combines innovation, challenge, and the chance to make a real impact? This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation as a Customer Quality Engineer (Squeak, Rattle, Water). This company is renowned for its commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, and you could play a pivotal role in maintaining and enhancing its reputation. With a focus on vehicle refinement and quality, this is a chance to contribute to industry-leading projects that will shape the future of automotive engineering.
What You Will Do:
- Lead engineering activities to ensure vehicles meet customer expectations for refinement and quality.
- Conduct complete vehicle testing to identify and resolve Squeak, Rattle, and Water Ingress issues.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams across Design Engineering, Manufacturing, and Supplier Quality.
- Use industry-standard quality tools, such as 8D and Root Cause Analysis, to drive robust solutions.
- Analyse warranty data and customer feedback to continuously improve vehicle performance.
- Plan and organise detailed activities to deliver outcomes that delight customers and differentiate this company from competitors.
What You Will Bring:
- Proven experience in problem-solving using tools like 8D, Fishbone, and 5Y analysis.
- Strong negotiation and influencing skills to drive effective resolutions.
- Ability to analyse large data sets and translate findings into actionable steps.
- Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and quality assurance.
- A proactive and personable approach, with excellent communication and presentation skills.
This role is integral to the company's mission of delivering vehicles that exceed customer expectations. By ensuring vehicles are free from abnormal noises and water leaks, you will directly enhance the customer experience and contribute to the company's market leadership in the automotive industry. This is your chance to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise will be valued, and your contributions will make a tangible difference.
Location: This role is based in Solihull, a hub of automotive innovation and excellence.
Interested?: If you're ready to make a lasting impact and take on this exciting challenge as a Customer Quality Engineer (Squeak, Rattle, Water), don't wait. Apply today and drive your career forward with this incredible opportunity!
This role is Inside IR35.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Southampton
Competitive package and benefits
Contract
Remote
Senior Business Development Manager - Defence
Working on an exclusive basis, we are supporting Associated British Ports - ABP, to identify a NEW strategic Senior Business Development Manager on an initial 2-year fixed term contract, to further expand their defence sector activities.
As the largest port operator in the UK, this position of Senior Business Development Manager will report to and work alongside the Port Director/CEO and is to deliver commercial growth for defence related activity through ABP's land and facilities, whether through existing links with the Ministry of Defence and similar relationships or, through private company / organisation attraction.
Specifically, the role will identify, target, negotiate and manage contracts with Defence customers and contractors (including Defence Primes and their supply chains), ensuring compliant, profitable and resilient long-term partnerships. Indicative clients are defence stakeholders including MoD, DE&S, BAE, Babcock, QinetiQ and other key integrators, as well as SME's and other organisations.
Recognising the prominence of their existing operations close to UK maritime/water locations, as well as the considerable land and facilities development opportunities which exist in secure relating locations, the Senior Business Development Manager will specifically:
- Develop and deliver ABP's Defence commercial strategy aligned with regional and group priorities.
- Identify market opportunities related to Defence estate, ship visits, laybys, logistics, training, R&D activities and infrastructure projects.
- Prepare, lead and negotiate tenders, bids and multi-year commercial agreements.
- Work closely with Strategy, Property and Operations to build Defence offerings aligned to capability and port assets.
In addition:
- Own the commercial lifecycle: pricing, terms, negotiation, contract mobilisation and renewals.
- Ensure clarity of scope, service levels and KPIs for all Defence customers.
- Track and manage revenue performance, identifying risks and opportunities.
o Consideration on Security will need to be made on potential customer interests from outside of the UK.
- Ensure that all property business at both Regional and Group level is conducted in a manner that complies with relevant legislation, ABP and environmental regulations & guidelines.
- Support and manage bid and tender delivery and include:
o Programme integration and development
o Internal company communication and customer integration
o Target added-value content and future programme inclusion
- Represent ABP at events and forums.
- Report internally on opportunity and project status as well as provide direction on timing plans and revenue prospects.
- Maintain close alignment with port leadership teams, operations, marine, safety, and legal.
- Support Group initiatives that involve Defence estate, property agreements or infrastructure partnerships. Coordinating with Property on Defence estate leases, easements and long-term land arrangements.
- Work closely with Finance Business Partners for forecasting, pricing and margin review.
- Contribute to defence-related capital projects, feasibility studies and business cases.
- Provide commercial insight for major Defence port developments or infrastructure upgrades.
To support this position, suitable candidates should/will have the following experience levels:
- Experience working with MoD and defence Primes.
- Proven commercial management experience within defence, marine, logistics, infrastructure or government contracting.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with complex stakeholders and sensitive programmes.
- Financial literacy with experience in pricing, revenue modelling and contract performance analysis.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.
- An effective network within the Defence Industry.
- Understanding of port operations, marine services, supply chain or major infrastructure delivery.
- Degree in Business, Commercial, Law, Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Professional commercial or procurement certification desirable (e.g., CIPS, IACCM/WorldCC).
This is a strategically focused position seeking a commercially experienced professional. With defence sector awareness being a MUST, you should be able to support security clearances and can support working on a hybrid/remote basis, being able to travel as required.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Uppsala
€80k - 100k per year + commission
Permanent
Remote
Business Development Manager – Defence
Salary: €80,000 – €100,000 + circa €30,000 uncapped bonus + car allowance
If you already have strong relationships across the Nordic defence sector and know how to open doors, influence decision-makers, and win strategic opportunities, this is the role to elevate your career.
We’re looking for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to lead growth across Sweden and the wider Nordic defence market. This is a high visibility role focused on building long-term partnerships with Armed Forces, Ministries of Defence, procurement agencies, system integrators, and defence resellers.
You’ll have the autonomy to make an impact, the backing of a well-established international business, and the opportunity to work directly within one of the fastest-growing areas of defence technology.
This role would suit someone currently working in defence sales, military technology, secure communications, rugged mobility, or an ex-military professional with strong commercial instincts and industry connections.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive new business growth across the Nordic defence and military sector
- Develop relationships with Armed Forces, Ministries of Defence, procurement teams, and defence contractors
- Identify, qualify, and win new defence opportunities
- Build and execute strategic sales plans across key accounts and partners
- Work closely with system integrators, distributors, and resellers
- Manage the full sales cycle from pipeline creation through to closing deals
- Maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline management
- Represent the business at defence exhibitions, military events, and industry meetings
- Travel across the Nordics as required (15–25%)
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in defence sales, military sales, government sales, or defence technology
- Existing network within the Swedish or Nordic defence sector
- Proven ability to win and grow strategic accounts
- Experience working with military stakeholders, procurement teams, and defence integrators
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Self-motivated, resilient, and commercially focused
- Fluent in Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, or Finnish, with professional English skills
- Military leadership or Special Forces background is highly advantageous
Package
- €80,000 – €100,000 base salary
- Circa €30,000 uncapped OTE
- Company car / car allowance
- Pension and benefits
- Hybrid working
- Significant career progression opportunities
Location
Sweden is preferred, although strong candidates based in Finland will also be considered.
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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Coventry
£27.30 - 27.30 per hour
Contract
Hybrid
Prototype Parts Analyst
Reference: 37134377
Umbrella Rate: £27.30/hr (Inside IR35)
Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a dynamic and forward-thinking company? This is your chance to be part of an exciting journey as a Prototype Parts Analyst, where you’ll play a critical role in supporting pre-production builds and ensuring the seamless delivery of prototype parts. This position offers the opportunity to work on innovative projects within a collaborative and fast-paced environment, where your contributions will directly impact the development of cutting-edge products.
What You Will Do:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with external suppliers to ensure timely delivery of prototype parts.
• Negotiate delivery schedules to meet pre-production build requirements and escalate issues where necessary.
• Collaborate with internal teams to support successful prototype build events and ensure all parts are received on time.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, ensuring zero build stoppages and point-of-fit losses during prototype builds.
• Organise and oversee shipping collections, ensuring cost-efficient transport modes are utilised.
• Represent the company in supplier meetings, presenting delivery status updates and resolving any identified issues.
What You Will Bring:
• Proven experience in transport planning and managing a portfolio of suppliers during pre-production build phases.
• Experience in supporting production schedules.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and build effective supplier relationships.
• Proficiency in logistics data interpretation and IT tools, including Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
• A track record of working to KPIs and delivering results in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset, with the ability to manage and prioritise workload effectively.
• Knowledge of GPIRS / CMMS and SAP is advantageous.
This role is at the heart of the company’s mission to deliver exceptional products and expand its portfolio. By ensuring the seamless flow of prototype parts, you’ll contribute to the success of new product launches and the overall efficiency of the production process. Your efforts will directly support the company’s commitment to innovation and excellence in its industry.
Location:
This role is based in Whitley, offering a vibrant and accessible location with excellent transport links.
Interested?
If you’re ready to make a real impact and thrive in a role that combines logistics expertise with innovation, we want to hear from you. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a company that values your skills and offers a platform for growth. Apply today and take the first step towards an exciting new chapter in your career!
Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency.
In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
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