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Body Systems Engineer

Job Posted: 4 days ago

Salary: £ 32 - 42 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire

Expire in: 23 days

Job Description

Lead BIW Engineer
Hybrid- Oxford
6-month contract with Potential Extension
Day rate: £32 - £42 per hour Inside IR35

Lead BIW Engineer
Are you ready to push the boundaries of electric vehicle design? We are seeking a visionary Lead BIW Engineer to head the development of next-generation, premium Upper Body structures and moving closure systems. Starting from a clean sheet, you will use your technical expertise to create lightweight, high-performance architectures that set new global benchmarks for structural rigidity, crashworthiness, and aerodynamic integration.

Your Impact

Concept Architecture: Lead desktop architecture studies and develop robust structural concepts from proof-of-concept (POC) through to production.
Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate closely with Studio Design, Crash Safety, NVH, and Manufacturing teams to negotiate and resolve early packaging and styling conflicts.
Technical Benchmarking: Plan and execute physical vehicle teardowns and virtual CAD benchmarking of competitor bodies to evaluate sealing, mechanisms, and construction methods.
Advanced Innovation: Investigate and prove out cutting-edge structural technologies, including mega-castings, extrusions, and advanced multi-material joining processes.Your Experience 

Industry Veteran: 10+ years of vehicle-level BIW architecture experience, with specific expertise in upper body structures and moving closures (doors, hoods, tailgates).
Manufacturing Mastery: Deep understanding of aluminum stampings, high-pressure die castings (HPDC), and multi-material bonding technologies.
CAD Expert: Highly proficient with advanced CAD platforms (Catia V5/V6 preferred) and robust PLM data management.
Attributes Specialist: Proven ability to balance BIW design against critical EV performance metrics like mass-optimization, battery protection, and NVH insulation.
Global Mindset: Strong communication skills with the flexibility to support international collaboration across the US, Europe, and Asia.This is an urgent vacancy where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it manisha. Devaruppala @ randstaddigital .com

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