Chief Engineer, Systems & Controls

An opportunity exists to lead the Hybrid and Electrical Systems business unit. The position would involve leadership (both technical and line management) and deliver on-going client projects working in the area of HEV & EV Systems.

Essential: Electric Vehicle experience

Based in our Nottingham HQ and primarily responsible for leading the business’ system and controls function, IP creation and e-drive proposal and project delivery activities - particularly in control systems and associated technologies.

Your everyday tasks will include the provision of:

  • Technical and commercial leadership for systems and controls engineering capability
  • Compelling project proposals that demonstrate value to our customers
  • Ownership for project delivery
  • Strong liaison with other functional heads to ensure strong integration

You will be comfortable with:

  • Meeting new customers and developing relationships
  • Working closely with our commercial and sector leaders
  • Operating within multi-discipline teams to win and deliver our e-drive projects.
  • Leading and mentoring a team of engineers

Accountability / Key Responsibilities

  • To lead technical teams and deliver client projects:
  • Technical leadership of the controls team, including technical review of project portfolio, identification of improvements, actively promoting re-use and generation of IP & staff development on both an individual and team basis
  • Day-to-day line-management of engineers (likely ~3-4 direct reports) & supporting resource planning
  • Provide project technical leadership for projects within the controls area
  • Interface directly with clients on technical issues
  • Focus on delivery of projects on-time and on-budget
  • Technical negotiations with clients and support of commercial discussions
  • Support Sales Teams in through client interaction, proposal support and roadmap development
  • Promotion of company capability throughout the global customer base
  • Drive the development of future products and services