Vehicle EDS Engineer

Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations. We are seeking an EDS Engineer to deliver harness and routing designs for various Engine Platforms, both 4- and 6-cylinder, and a new EV platform. The successful candidate is expected to be conversant with client toolsets as well as current thinking and techniques in Automotive EDS Engineering.

The work is expected to be done in a hybrid fashion, with at least 3 days a week on-site.

We are looking for energetic and driven engineers with broad expertise. Candidates with previous experience working on HGV or PCV chassis are of particular interest.

This role represents an opportunity to work on new vehicle lines. Valued attributes are being a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering and attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving and an ability to work with offshore teams.

Responsibilities

• Deliver harness and routing designs for various Engine Platforms, both 4- and 6-cylinder, and EV platforms.
• Have a good understanding of EV platforms.
• Collaborate with Project Management and the Vehicle Test Team to finalise timelines and coordinate material for all electrical harnessing to ensure on-time delivery for each prototype build.
• Develop electrical design and schematic inputs.
• Route harnesses using 3D tools.
• Participate in design reviews and provide engineering support throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Support packaging, design and development of LV and high-voltage harness systems for BEVs.
• Evaluate various low-voltage distribution concepts for next-generation EV vehicles, taking into account DCDC power levels, power distribution and low-voltage battery management.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to support system integration, design validation and issue resolution.

Requirements

• Degree-level qualification in Engineering with a relevant background.
• A lower qualification, for example HNC/HND, would be acceptable if the candidate can demonstrate significant demonstrable experience in lieu.
• Full UK (or equivalent) driving licence.
• Design and development of automotive wiring harnesses using Saber.
• Use of PTC Creo for electrical wire harness design/routing.
• Use of PTC Windchill PLM toolset.
• Self-sufficient, self-motivated and an excellent team player.
• Flexible, adaptable, proactive, diplomatic attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Command of common Microsoft Office tools: Excel, Outlook, Teams and Word.
• Understanding of wire harness manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of electrical safety standards and compliance.
• Desired: Design and development of wiring harnesses for HGV/PCV applications.
• Extensive experience in the design and development of automotive wiring harnesses.
• Experience in the use of CREO and Sabre.
• Ability and willingness to work on the client site in Leyland.

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges.
• We empower all passionate technology-loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects.
• ExpleoAcademy enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses.
• Competitive company benefits.
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo.
• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer, we have committed to:
  • Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible.
  • Communicate and promote vacancies.
  • Offer an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job.
  • Anticipate and provide reasonable adjustments as required.
  • Support any existing employee who acquires a disability or long-term health condition, enabling them to stay in work.
  • Take at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people.
• We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.