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Fabricator / Coach Builder – Road & Race Car Bodies
Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent Contract
Location: Coventry, West Midlands (County)
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Fabricator / Coach Builder – Road & Race Car Bodies
£ Competitive DOE
Coventry
The DRVN Automotive Group are exclusively looking for skilled and experienced BIW (Body in White) Fabricators / Coach Builders.
The first of several models in our range of road and race cars are officially licensed by Ford making this a unique opportunity to work on an incredibly significant project in the rich history of the brand.
The Body in White (BIW) Fabricator will be responsible for assembling and fabricating the structural components of vehicle bodies prior to painting and final assembly. This role requires precision, attention to detail, and expertise in various fabrication and coach building techniques to ensure the integrity, and quality of the vehicle body is of an OEM standard. The cars we are building and delivering to our global customer base are all new vehicles, not restorations.
Overview of the Role
* Body In White Fabricator / Coach Builder
* Salary - £ Competitive DOE
* Holidays: 33 Days Holidays
* Pension
* Employee Referral Scheme
* Location: Coventry
Company Overview
The DRVN Automotive Group is a sector-leading automotive group, specialising in the design, manufacture, and distribution of luxury automotive brands. Recognised globally for our commitment to innovation, quality, and engineering, we are proudly centred around delivering a world-class customer experience.
Our recent launch of Evoluto, along with the reimagination of some of Ford Motor Company’s most historically significant icons – including the RS200 and MK1 Escort places DRVN at the forefront of modern automotive excellence. These projects provide our engineers and all employees with an exceptional platform to showcase their skills across various disciplines and be part of some of the most exciting modernisation programmes the industry has ever seen.
Responsibilities
* Company Policies: Manage and follow the quality, health, safety, and welfare policies of the company
* Component Fabrication: Fabricate and assemble structural components of vehicle bodies according to engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards
* Welding: Perform various welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and spot welding, to join metal components together securely and accurately
* Metal Forming: Utilise metal forming equipment such as presses, rollers, and brakes to shape and form sheet metal into required components
* Assembly: Assemble fabricated components into the body structure, ensuring proper alignment, fit, and finish
* Development: Develop prototype body build phases, identifying fabrication processes and jig and fixture concerns to ensure alignment with production intent
* Quality Control: Inspect fabricated components and assembled structures to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
Essential Skills
* NVQ or an equivalent qualification within a relevant Automotive Technical subject area
* Proven experience as a Welder or Fabricator / Coach Builder in a manufacturing or automotive environment
* Proficiency in welding techniques, including MIG, TIG, and spot welding, with the ability to pass welding certification tests
* Ability to weld 1.2mm - 3mm sheet steel using MIG
* Experience using spot welding machinery
* Capable of cutting, forming and assembling BIW components
* Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications and follow guidance documents
* Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, repeatable work
* Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
* Physical ability and dexterity to perform fabrication tasks in a fast-paced production environment
* Commitment to safety and adherence to safety regulations and procedures
* Must have IDLR/Full Rights to Work in UK - Sponsorship or Work Permits will not be accepted/ provided
Desirable skills
* An understanding of industry and regulatory requirements such Quality System Regulations (IATF16949, ISO9001, 5S, TPM, KPI’s)
* Coded TIG welding qualifications already held, Ability to weld Roll Cages using TIG
* Experience in low volume, high quality car body production using traditional metalworking techniques
* An interest or high-level knowledge in the design and engineering of classic Ford vehiclesBefore You Apply
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