Instrument Cluster Principal Engineer - Jonathan Lee Recruitment : Job Details

Instrument Cluster Principal Engineer - £29.00/hr PAYE Rate

Are you ready to drive your career forward with an exhilarating new challenge that puts you at the heart of automotive innovation? Jonathan Lee Recruitment is delighted to present an exceptional opportunity for an Instrument Cluster Principal Engineer to join a prestigious Centre of Excellence for design and development located in Cranfield. This role offers a competitive rate of £29.00/hr PAYE, within a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of vehicles manufactured in European plants.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the development of Instrument Cluster, Head-Up Displays and Displays ensuring adherence to Design and Test standards.
• Manage suppliers closely to guarantee the delivery of parts aligns with program requirements for cost, quality, and timing.
• Issue and maintain physical part BOM and configuration data for manufacturing plant.
• Prepare functional specifications and present part development status at internal Design Reviews.
• Manage in-house and supplier validation of parts, and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Contribute to vehicle life cycle cost reduction and lead warranty investigations and implementations.

What You Will Bring:

• Relevant Engineering Degree or equivalent with a strong understanding of basic electrical theory.
• Extensive experience in similar roles within the automotive or equivalent sectors.
• Exposure to CAN communication and familiarity with software development V cycle.
• Proficiency in HMI specification creation and a well-organised, excellent communicator.
• Ability to travel in the UK and abroad, sometimes at short notice.

As an Instrument Cluster Principal Engineer, your contributions will be pivotal in driving the company's mission to integrate cutting-edge design and development practices. This role not only offers the chance to work on innovative projects but also places you within a collaborative environment that values creativity and forward-thinking.

Location:

This role is based in Cranfield, with a requirement to be on-site for a minimum of 3 days a week, offering a blend of remote and on-site work that supports a healthy work-life balance.

Ready to Accelerate Your Career?

If you're passionate about automotive innovation and have the skills and experience we're looking for, we would love to hear from you. This is your chance to contribute to the future of automotive design and development. Apply now to become the Instrument Cluster Principal Engineer this leading company needs. Send your CV to and let's drive the future together!

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