**THIS ROLE IS FOR A SUPPLIER TO AN ESTABLISHED AUTOMOTIVE EV OEM AND REQUIRES A FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT BACKGROUND**You will be responsible for introduction of new facilities, materials product lines and new/ current vehicle freshening programs.Job DescriptionAssessing feasibility of new facilities and processes, development and management of projects for cost, quality and timing.Supporting the area by providing the required capability and capacity at the facilities and supporting equipment, aligned to the programme milestones, launch plans and production requirements.Developing engineering solutions that are suited to the capabilities of appropriate facility and its associated process characteristics as directed.Developing robust/lean layout solutions to support facility project delivery or process/operational efficiency improvements.Coordinating the support and input of all relevant stakeholders to achieve acceptance, buy-off and successful handover of new or modified facilities.Working closely with Manufacturing and other Engineering disciplines across the company to deliver programs & facility projects to cost targets and timing.Management of facility documentation on the projects they work on in line with Manufacturing Engineering procedures, supporting internal and external audits.Leading & partaking in multifunctional New Equipment Procurement Teams through all project phases ensuring company procurement procedures are met & adhered to.Tracking projectbasedKPI's & make ready for report out to departmental manager on a weekly basis. QualificationsRequired:Sound engineering and manufacturing background with previous experience in Facilities Development and Engineering.Experience of reliability and maintainability principals and an understanding of the environmental impacts of engineering solutions.Ability to control & manage suppliers (both Material & Equipment).Have a working knowledge of the application of lean manufacturing tools and techniques.Contract and performance management experience.Good working knowledge of CDM regulations.Previous experience of Supplier selection and tender management.Working knowledge of electrical control systems employed with automated equipment & conveyor equipment.Nice to have:Degree qualified or equivalent Engineering experience preferred.