Job Description
VHR Global Technical Recruitment is currently looking for a Body and Interiors Team Leader to join one of our key clients in Northern Italy.
Proficiency in Italian language is preferred as it will facilitate communications within the team and with stakeholders.
The project entails the design of a two-seater sports car from the 1990s, with the entire body exterior constructed using carbon fiber reinforced plastic (CFRP) and interiors made from CFRP substrates upholstered.
Leadership Responsibilities:
1. Capable of effectively leading and coordinating a team of 7-8 engineers.
2. Drive and ensure seamless technical-design convergence while interfacing with the Styling department.
3. Highlight and adeptly manage technical-design conflicts that may arise during the project.
Key Skills and Requirements:
4. Extensive experience (minimum 10 years) in composite exterior body and interiors design, with a focus on CFRP materials.
5. Proven track record of leadership and successful coordination of engineering teams, preferably within automotive or motorsport industries.
6. Strong project management skills with the ability to adhere to strict timelines and deliverables.
7. Exceptional problem-solving abilities, particularly in resolving technical-design conflicts.
8. Proficiency in CAD software, particularly those used for composite design, such as CATIA or similar.
9. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively interface with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
10. Adaptability and flexibility to work within a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
11. Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality design solutions.
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