Logistics Engineer - Automotive

Logistics Engineer - Automotive

Segula UK are a global engineering service provider operating from 37 countries, with 15,000 engineers and an annual revenue exceeding £1bn. We deliver key resources and knowledge to clients across four main sectors: automotive, rail, energy, and aerospace. Working alongside some of the world’s largest engineering companies, we deliver large-scale projects that shape the future of innovation.

Job Description

We are looking for a logistics engineer to join our project team in order to help our client shifting towards a new model of logistics, as well as to explore ways to further optimize the global layout of its plant.

The candidates will be responsible for internal flows planning and implementation of the specific areas defined by the client’s scope and plant requirements. This will involve design and optimization of material flows, surface and labor calculations, layout design, investment planning, and later steer its implementation toward SOP.

The candidates will have strong project management skills in order to oversee and manage all above described. We expect from them to maintain good communication within the project team as well as with the plant’s staff members along the project.

Qualifications

• Must be internal flow oriented, i.e. understanding of the way to deliver the parts from receiving to line side.
• They must be able to define the surfaces, the rolling and fix means, the IT tools, the number of operators, the job element sheet and time element sheet, taking into consideration the local constraints.
• Advanced Excel skills beyond basic formulas like V-Lookup, Sum-if, count-if, Pivot Table and knowledge of Microsoft Office tools is mandatory.
• Experience of logistics and lean management.
• Strong project management skills, certification like PMP or Prince2 advantageous, yet not mandatory.
• Quick thinking, decisive, showing strong initiative and self-determination.
• Good team spirit & communication skills (orally and in writing).
• Similar experience in a relevant role.

Desired Experience:

• Previous experience in the automotive industry.
• Proficient on AutoCAD or Visio.
• Responsive, adaptable, and meticulous.
• Specific experience in handling equipment, sequencing or bulky container flows.
• Previously part of a team implementing a new flows process.

Additional Information

• Minimum 12 months contract.
• Work in a role where your planning expertise directly impacts operational success.
• Enjoy a collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and innovation.

Your application will be reviewed based on your experience, skills, and motivations. Do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need any reasonable adjustments within the recruitment process.