Role / Job Title:Joining EngineerWork Location:Gaydon / Whitley, UK (Onsite)Desired Competencies (Technical / Behavioral Competency)Must-Have:

• Deep knowledge of welding, mechanical fastening, and adhesive bonding techniques.
• Understanding of joining challenges across aluminium, steel, and composite materials.
• Experience defining joining processes, parameters, and quality standards.
• Familiarity with CATIA V5/V6 and geometric tolerancing for joint design.
• Experience with joint-level and system-level testing for crash, fatigue, and corrosion.
• Knowledge of tooling, automation, and assembly line integration.
• Strong analytical skills to resolve joint failures and optimize performance.

Good-to-Have:

• Exposure to emerging joining technologies like friction stir welding or ultrasonic welding.
• Ability to interpret simulation results for joint strength, fatigue, and crash performance.
• Awareness of recyclable joining methods and disassembly-friendly designs.
• Familiarity with ISO, AWS, and OEM-specific joining standards.
• Hands-on involvement in prototype builds and production ramp-up phases.
• Experience working with Tier 1 suppliers and joining equipment vendors.
• Working knowledge of JIRA, self-motivating and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience working on multi-region vehicle platforms or global launches.

Responsibilities / Expectations from the Role:

• Lead the development and application of joining methods (e.g., MIG/MAG welding, laser welding, self-piercing rivets, flow drill screws, adhesives) across BIW components.
• Define and maintain joining specifications, process standards, and design guidelines.
• Collaborate with Materials, Manufacturing, CAE, and Supplier Quality teams to ensure robust and scalable solutions.
• Support virtual and physical validation of joints for crash, fatigue, corrosion, and NVH performance.
• Drive innovation in joining technologies to support aluminium, steel, and mixed-material structures.
• Manage CAD integration of joining features and ensure compatibility with tooling and assembly processes.
• Support prototype builds, pilot phases, and production launch activities.
• Lead root cause analysis and resolution of joining-related issues during development and manufacturing.
• Interface with Tier 1 suppliers and technology partners to evaluate new joining solutions.

Details for Candidate Briefing (Non-Confidential)About the Client:A major automotive OEM is harnessing technology to make driving smarter, safer, and cleaner, creating a world in which responsible, sustainable vehicles revolutionize the driving experience for generations.The OEM’s vision is to leverage the incredible potential of technology to build vehicles that not only offer a premium, all-encompassing digital experience but also make customers’ lives better.A UK-based Automotive OEM involved in mid and luxury segment car and SUV design and manufacturing.USP of the Role and Project:

• Will be directly working with the client.
• Good exposure to OEM practices.
• Short-term onsite opportunity.