The company:
Williams’ core competencies are the design and development of racing cars to compete in the Formula One World Championship. As one of the world's leading Formula One teams, the company has secured 16 FIA Formula One World Championship titles since its foundation in 1977 and is now moving into an exciting era under new ownership defined by relentless innovation and living sustainable performance in every dimension.
A challenging opportunity exists for a methodical and organised engineer to join our F1 design office as Bill of Materials Controller. We’re seeking a team player with an excellent eye for detail, someone who’ll flourish in our dynamic environment, using computer systems to set-up Bill of Materials structures with Design Engineers, then check and validate engineering part releases.
As Bill of Materials Controller, you will:
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Manage and check data so that parts transition correctly from design to manufacture in a timely manner.
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Assist designers and the project team with the design release process.
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Check parts and assemblies within our systems, to ensure the required engineering change rules are followed.
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Communicate with design engineers regarding any issues arising.
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Align the bill of materials with the requirements of manufacturing, inventory control and race engineering.
Our ideal candidate is someone who has:
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An engineering qualification at degree level, HND level or equivalent.
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2+ years working in an engineering or manufacturing business and experience working with computer systems.
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Strong attention to detail.
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Someone who is comfortable checking data.
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An understanding of bill of materials structures and how they’re necessary to manufacture products.
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Ability to communicate with clarity to a range of stakeholders.
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A collaborative attitude who enjoys problem solving and thinking critically.
The role is important to the success of our engineering process and will give the successful candidate exposure to the F1 development programme.
Working within the Design Quality team in the Vehicle Design department, this role contributes towards Williams Racing’s digital engineering change management initiatives.
Training in our software will be given.
Application closing date: All applications must have been received by Thursday 9th May 2024.
What can Williams offer?
The Williams Group is based in multi acre complex located in Grove, Oxfordshire. The Williams Group offers a competitive holiday package, staff events/open days, a subsidised restaurant on site and various car schemes. We have an on-site gym (open 24 hours a day) as well as various fitness classes including outdoors bootcamps, pilates and yoga free for all staff and contractors to use. Aside from these benefits we can offer free onsite parking and large open green spaces to unwind during breaks. We are a based just 30 mins from Oxford City Centre by bus.
Williams is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We are happy to discuss reasonable job adjustments