Project Engineer - EE Integration Support

Forseven, a revolutionary company is looking to transform the EV industry through cutting-edge technology and innovative engineering practices, are seeking a Project Engineer - EE Integration Support to join our highly skilled and dynamic Engineering Team.

The role will operate in a hybrid capacity out of our offices in Leamington Spa where the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the most visionary minds in the automotive field.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to become part of a scale-up, where your contributions will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our forward-thinking company. With its rapid growth trajectory and dynamic nature, FORSEVEN offers you an exceptional platform to help drive strategy as we expand into new horizons.

What you will do:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for electrical integration-related inquiries and issues, collaborating with other engineering functions e.g. Chassis, Electrification, Exteriors and Interiors
• Work closely with Vehicle Function Team and Software Team to understand integration requirements and constraints, ensuring alignment with product definition and features list
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between different functional teams, providing technical guidance and support to resolve integration challenges and ensure project success.
• Maintain oversight and compatibility of all Electrical Components within assigned area. Document and maintain the boundary diagrams of the system with focus on the interfaces and how their optimisation may impact weight, efficiency and performance.
• Review and analyse product specifications and identify areas of optimisation and improvement.
• Management of technical deliverables, project plans and open issues decks for assigned systems to support on time delivery to the vehicle programme.
• Guidance to ensure that key components are correctly integrated and packaged in accordance with vehicle requirements at a system level. Validation Compliance with any necessary environmental and EMC regulations.
• Specification and development oversight of design features and functions in conjunction with our technical partners, Tier 1 suppliers and colleagues. Support other function groups to ensure compliance with process driven development methods.
• Drive system review, verification & validation activities including leading FMEAs, DVP planning and ISO26262 compliance.
• Working alongside Integration Test Engineers, ensure that assigned system is qualified against the DVP and signed off for every build stages.

Who you are:

• Broad amount of experience in automotive electrical integration area with good understanding Automotive New Product Development Process, Milestones and deliverables for each phases
• Demonstrable experience of electrical integration activities
• Experience of project engineering with Tier 1 suppliers, preparation of project documentation and reports. Risk management, mitigation and recovery planning.
• Working knowledge of CAN, FlexRay, automotive ethernet, LIN networks and vehicle diagnostics.
• Working knowledge of relevant homologation standards, ISO26262 and EuroNCAP
• Understanding of Functional Safety and Cyber Security requirements for a global market vehicle
• Notable experience in using various engineering development tools (Polarion, JIRA etc.) and collaborative platforms such as Microsoft Office 365
• Honor’s Degree in Electrical & Electronics, Honor’s degree in similar areas such as Electronics, Control Systems, Automotive acceptable with relevant experience in the field
• Other recognised engineering qualifications combined with relevant significant experience will be considered.
• Additional professional qualifications and Project Management – desired
• Possession of full driving licence is essential.
• Articulate, self-motivated and able to work well on own initiative to achieve goals & objectives
• Good problem-solving and critical thinking mindset to create reports and metrics with supporting data
• Excellent communication skills at all levels of business internally and externally with partners and suppliers
• Positive but flexible attitude to achieve business goals and milestones

About us and our culture…

At Forseven, we are more than just a team of professionals; we are dynamic innovators, visionary collaborators and trailblazers who believe in making a difference. Our passion lies in revolutionising the electric vehicle industry through our cutting-edge advancements and sustainable solutions that aim to transform the way transportation is perceived.

Currently operating under stealth mode, our focus is entirely directed towards achieving excellence as pioneers in creating sustainable mobility solutions which will help shape the future of transportation. We're looking for enlightened individuals who possess an unwavering passion, relentless drive, and insatiable curiosity to question conventional norms and push beyond perceived limitations.