Nissan has one of the most comprehensive European presences of any overseas manufacturer, employing more than 17,000 staff across locally based Design, Research & Development, Manufacturing, Logistics, Purchasing and Sales & Marketing operations. Total production in the UK alone is now over 9 million vehicles including award-winning crossovers, commercial vehicles and the Nissan LEAF, the world's most popular electric vehicle.
We are an aspiring organisation, and we are looking for equally bold and creative Facilities Engineer to join our established team. Nissan is positioned to become the most desirable Asian brand in Europe, and we need your help to get there.
Main Tasks & Responsibilities
Support NTCE facilities department with both site and test facility engineering:
Technical leader / advisor for R&D test systems, particularly climatic chambers, chassis & engine dynamometers, hydraulic and pneumatic test systems including 4 Road Simulators, gas detection systems etc.
Skilled Risk Assessor for maintenance and engineering tasks
Ensure Statutory Compliance for R&D Facilities and test equipment, including the provisions of LOLER, PUWER etc.
Test Facility installation, development & maintenance
Electrical - mechanical engineering knowledge, including machinery safety systems (guarding, PILZ relays, fortress systems etc.).
Engineering administration & CAFM daily management, technical leadership of a team of Maintenance Technicians.
Ongoing development of PPM & TPM systems.
Technical authoring to prepare maintenance procedures and facility specifications.
Energy efficiency study & reporting for contribution to EV360 for R&D
General site & building facility management knowledge including Fire detection & suppression systems, HVAC, L8 etc..
Contractor management. including the commercial arrangements, safe systems of work; permit systems and supervision
PUWER assessment and buy off; a comprehensive understanding of machinery safety, ideally in an automotive R&D environment.
Skills & Experience
The Facilities Engineer should have the following skills or experience:
Be degree qualified (or equivalent) in a relevant engineering discipline.
Have relevant experience or be able to demonstrate equivalent experience
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and multitask between multiple projects simultaneously.
Have good written and verbal communication skills.
Competent with PC applications including Microsoft excel and Microsoft project.
Be self-motivating, self-managing, pro-active and positive. Have an energetic personality and be flexible regarding working practice and working hours.
What We Offer
Competitive base salary
26 days holiday + bank holidays
Contributory pension
Private medical & dental cover
Enhanced maternity leave
Remote Working Policy (2 Days per week)
Flexible start / finish times
Working hours Mon-Thurs 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-1:20pm -early finish Friday
Free onsite parking & subsidised restaurant
Car Ownership Scheme
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 NTCE!
We firmly believe that investment in our employees is integral to their growth and success. As a member of our team, you will have access to many of our benefits - because we want you to feel cared for, supported, and engaged at Nissan. Alongside comprehensive career development and learning opportunities, you will also have access to a wide range of employee benefits. This includes an attractive car ownership scheme, flexible working practices, comprehensive health & wellbeing offerings and team building days.
Diversity and Inclusion:
All of us at Nissan - regardless of functional area or expertise - share a passion to design, manufacture and sell high-performance, fun to drive vehicles. Nissan is an Equal Opportunity Employer for all. Applicants will be considered for all positions regardless of race, gender, military status, disability, or any other status protected by law.
Cranfield Bedfordshire United Kingdom
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
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