Product Improvement Engineer 

We're looking for a talented and proactive Product Improvement Engineer to join our established Product Development Group in Leyland, Lancashire.

Department 

Identify and define improvements within the current in-service fleet of sustainable commercial vehicles. Work within a world-class Product Development team in Service and Warranty analysis for the UK’s market-leading commercial vehicle manufacturer.
Leyland Trucks is the centre of medium duty truck expertise within the global PACCAR corporation, and a team of approximately 120 engineers are responsible for the LF vehicle model.

Why join Leyland Trucks?

As part of PACCAR, a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-quality premium trucks, we are one of Britain’s leading manufacturing companies. 

In this role you would: 

• Provide aftersales support to the DAF organisation
• Manage deliverables with the specialist design groups, manufacturing and SQA for service issues. 
• Assist the Warranty reclaim team to recover costs from suppliers
• Assist the Warranty assessment team with assessment queries
• Support the Business KPIs for service failure rate & cost reduction
• Provide technical advice for the resolution of service problems & aftersales support to the DAF organisation.
• Drive plans with major unit suppliers for current problem resolution.
• Champion use of the 7-Step Problem Resolution Process to investigate and close service issues

What We're Looking For: 

• Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline 
• Proven Technical problem-solving skills using a range of DATA and tools
• Broad engineering background in the commercial vehicle environment
• Proven capability in presenting technical information to Suppliers/Management
• Ability to manage high levels of complexity.
• Tenacious with strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Self-motivated with drive and initiative
• Proven ability of interfacing with people at various levels throughout the DAF network
• Strong planning and organisational skills

We hope you'll like our… 

• Culture that supports true collaboration  
• Approach to personal development where we encourage individuals to grow and share what they've learned 

Inclusion 

Leyland Trucks is committed to building and supporting a diverse workforce, providing opportunities for all. We are proud to be a supporter of the PACCAR Women’s Association, highlighting our goal of improving diversity within our team and supporting industry-wide improvement. 

Salary 

Circa £45k depending on experience 

We Offer 

At Leyland Trucks you will work in a professional, innovative and safe environment with a lot of autonomy and responsibility.  We offer you a career with growth potential. 

In addition to a good salary Leyland Trucks offers you the following working conditions: 

• 37 hour working week 
• 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays 
• Defined contribution Master Trust pension arrangement, provided by Aviva 
• Medical Scheme, including dental, optical and outpatient provision 
• Extensive opportunities for personal growth, such as education programs and (online) training courses. 
• Professional development is encouraged and supported