The Logistics Engineer will support the development of the process flow for BIW bodies leaving the Body-in-White area and entering a new open鈥慺loor buffer zone capable of holding approximately 35 bodies prior to packaging. Packaging may also include fitting additional components such as battery packs or other vehicle parts, using hoists and manual handling equipment.
Once packaged, units will be transferred out of the zone and handed over to logistics teams for onward shipment.
This role blends technical engineering with practical shopfloor activity. Some days will involve design, layouts and supplier management; others will be more hands-on, supporting area setup, trials, and general operational tasks.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Process Development
- Contribute to process flow development for BIW body buffering, packaging and logistics handover.
- Support creation and updates of CAD layouts to communicate concepts and area designs.
- Work with suppliers to design, select and install equipment such as hoists, skids and handling tools.
- Assist in developing packaging and material-flow solutions based on PFEP data and ILE standards (intermediate level; not full senior engineering scope).
Hands鈥慜n Practical Activities
- Support physical setup of the buffer and packaging zone, including marking out areas, applying floor tape, organising signage and printing labels.
- Take part in physical flow trials and area readiness checks.
- Work closely with FLT teams, operators and cross-functional colleagues to ensure smooth and safe operations.
- Assist in basic handling trials, equipment positioning and problem-solving during launch phases.
General Industrial & Cross鈥慒unctional Support
- Support parallel ILE-led projects across BIW, General Assembly and Paint as required.
- Help coordinate operator training on new equipment or processes.
- Provide day-to-day operational support during quieter engineering periods or supplier lead times.
- Ensure safe, ergonomic and compliant operation of new layouts and processes.