STA Engineer

The role covers both New Model Programmes and Current Car Supplier Management across: EDS (Electrical Distribution Systems – wire harnesses, low/high voltage cables and connectors, fuse boxes, junction boxes) Electronics manufacturing (PCB assembly and Electronic Module assembly) Propulsion components development and manufacturing Key Performance Indicators Management of Production Preparation resources to achieve following operational performance targets: Please enter measurable indicators that will be used to demonstrate how this role will deliver against the accountabilities. Please ensure that there is a clear link to the corporate/functional/team KPIs and ensure that the key performance indicators are specific and measurable Level1 JLR Corporate target contribution: · Follow JLR’s latest KPI scorecard Level 2 STA Target Contribution: · Follow JLR’s latest KPI scorecard Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities This is a pre-populated field identifying key accountabilities, including key decisions for which the role is accountable Please note the IVN placed on line has limited space, the hiring manager will need to identify circa 5-6 key accountabilities and responsibilities to the Recruitment Delivery Team which will be included in the advertisement or IVN · Align standards with suppliers and ensure compliance through robust product and process controls at their manufacturing facilities. Guarantee parts are delivered on time, to quality and volume targets consistently in line with APQP / PPAP

. · Support project team reviews , resolving STA-related actions within sprint cycles and removing obstacles. · Support escalations from JLR Plant teams relating to quality or delivery performance issues. Use a structured diagnosis and practical problem-solving approach to understand root causes and drive implementation of countermeasures. Manage high-risk suppliers through the JLR escalation process. · Maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers’ representatives to ensure PSW (Part Submission Warrant) quality and delivery targets are met, and resolve all supplier manufacturing process-related issues in a timely manner. · Support sourcing activities through completion of supplier site diagnostics – feeding back to Procurement to allow correct supplier selection. · Apply lean tools and techniques as part of an integrated approach for supplier development improvement activities. · Review and approve tool, fixture, part design, supplier Plant Layout, Process Flow Diagram, PFMEA , Process Control Plan, and ensure delivery of the plan to achieve PPAP . · Contribute to improvement projects applying lean methodology to deliver sustainable transformation within suppliers’ manufacturing operations. · Manage timely introduction of running changes within suppliers, validating compliance with engineering standards and volume requirements. · Drive continuous supplier improvement through the JLRQ framework , including site and performance assessments. Key Interactions Please enter a maximum of 5 role titles, departments or functional groups (not individual names) that this role will develop and maintain relationships with outside their own immediate team · STA UK/Europe and JLRC STA Current Car team · Product Engineering · Purchasing · Programme Office · External Suppliers Knowledge, Skills and Experience This is a pre-populated field identifying the key qualifications, skills and experience that a person needs to have in order to deliver the role successfully, you may wish to tailor these specifically to the role, if so please note; you must not make reference to a specific number of years of experience, instead use the terminology such as ‘Some’, ‘Significant’, ‘Extensive’ Essential: · Technical degree or equivalent experience preferred · 0–3 years’ experience in manufacturing, engineering and/or quality assurance in the automotive industry · Flexibility for frequent travel to supplier sites (UK, Europe, and worldwide) · Excellent communication skills at all organizational levels, internally and externally · Experience working in high-paced manufacturing operations · Practical knowledge of industrialization, parts quality, maturation, and approval activities, including APQP / PPAP processes · Hands-on experience with Lean tools and continuous improvement methodologies · Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to break down complex issues and deliver timely solutions in cross-functional teams · Change management capability and resilience in fast-paced environments · Proven ability to manage external stakeholders and supplier relationships effectively cite Desirable: Project management experience in supply chain Ability to challenge existing thinking positively while building credibility and trust through expertise and personal style