Climate System (HVAC) Design Engineer

Job description

Position Title

Climate System (HVAC) Design Engineer

Mission and Main Objectives

At Nissan Technical Centre Europe (NTCE) there's a wide range of unique opportunities available to suit some of the best people and brightest minds in our industry.

So, if you're looking for a key role in shaping the future of the car industry, we've got the stage and the tools necessary for you to make it happen.

Position

We currently seek the skills of an experienced Climate Systems (HVAC) Design Engineer to join our established team developing Climate System (Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning) parts to all cost, quality and delivery targets.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

In the position your responsibilities will include:

·  Parts development and system performance planning from pre-concept to lifetime management for the Climate System (HVAC) on European models.
·  Supplier and project management for all aspects of OEM development including cost management, concept definition, supplier selection, performance achievement, styling, validation, delivery, production preparation and quality achievement.

Additional Tasks and responsibilities (include team management, if any)

As you would expect, being a global organisation, working cross functionally across the business and with our suppliers will be an essential part of the role.

European travel is a certainty but you may be required to travel outside of Europe during crucial development periods.

At Nissan you'll find yourself in a real position of trust and responsibility from day one. And, your ideas, imagination and vision will ensure our customers enjoy modern and attractive vehicles, designed and developed to satisfy their tastes and needs.

So, if you are looking to join the very best you will be looking for an opportunity to progress your career and build your future with Nissan and if you're as focused as we are on finding innovative answers today, to the problems facing the world tomorrow, you could be at the heart of our ongoing success, and your own.

Function

Research & Development

Type of Contract

Permanent

Site / Location of Position

United Kingdom - Cranfield, Bedfordshire

Legal Entity

(NTCE) Nissan Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd - Nissan Technical Center Europe - Cranfield, Bedfordshire, UK

Part Time / Full Time

Full Time

Background & Experience

Successful applicants will have experience in the following:
·  Working for an OEM or tier 1 supplier in climate systems, thermal systems or mechatronics system development would be an advantage
·  Previous supplier management experience, working together to resolve issues and meet project timelines.
·  Self-motivated to deliver results and follow up areas for improvement.
·  Driven to self-develop and utilise all company and own routes for enhancing technical knowledge and industry developments.
·  Motivated to form mutually beneficial relationships with internal and external contacts.
·  Fluent oral and written English language skills
We're looking for people who want to build a solid career with us. Nissan has invested heavily in the UK with the production of the new X-Trail, Qashqai and LEAF taking place in Sunderland so we are here to stay; and we're hoping you will join us for the ride. We offer competitive salaries dependent on the experience you bring, and will pay you for any overtime you work over your contracted 39 hours per week.

What's more, we think you'll like working with us because of our valued culture. We pride ourselves on being a transparent, cross-cultural and competitive business; we want you to challenge the norm and contribute to improvement whether you've been here ten days or ten years, so apply now to join Nissan's innovative Research & Development team!

Minimum Education Required

University degree

Anticipated Start Date

01-Nov-2017