Netherlands, Eindhoven, 5600 PT

Fulltime: 37.5 hrs a week

Experience: 2 years

Closing: 09 December 2024

Introduction

As a Project Lead Engineer you support projects related to the development of embedded systems at a major automotive company. Do you want your code to change the future of mobility? If so, here is your opportunity. Apply now!

What are you going to do 

You will be supporting one of the project managers of our department. Together with the PM you will be the coordinator between the involved departments and will be involved in several projects. These projects have focus on integration of Navigation and ADAS Systems to meet upcoming legal requirements.

In this challenging position you will support projects related to the development of the embedded systems within the new DAF Trucks. There will be several new vehicle projects in the start-up fase, which you will be supporting and coordinating in close cooperation with the Project Management team and covering for them if required. The focus will be both technical as process related.

Tasks:

  • Support Project Managers with deliverables for the different projects;
  • Monitor project progress in terms of timing and costs, identify deviations and recommendations adjustments;
  • Track Project KPIs and maintain a dashboard for the PACCAR Electronics organization;
  • Escalate slow moving topics and present plans on high priority items to the management. As Project Lead Engineer you will report to the Engineering Manager within PACCAR Electronics.

Essential skills and knowledge 

  • You have a Bachelor or Master degree preferably in Automotive or similar and 3+ years of working experience, with ambition for project management and strong affinity with engineering
  • Likes to learn about different cultures and work accordingly
  • Experience with creating and monitoring of project plans (preferably in MS Project)
  • Team player, pro-active, strong analytical skills
  • Experience with monitoring, reporting and presenting project status to management
  • Knowledge of embedded software design processes (according the V-cycle)
  • Pre: Knowledge on Navigation systems
  • Pre: Knowledge on Back Office applications managing APP updates to the vehicle
  • Pre: Project management experience Pragmatic but coordinated approach
  • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Comfortable to communicate in Dutch and English.

What we offer 

Brunel offers outstanding individuals a highly diverse and challenging job in a company where an open, professional and pleasant working culture is highly valued; where your personal initiatives are noticed and rewarded; and where you get all the support, coaching and training you need for your future career. This is your chance to discover a wide range of sectors and activities and develop your expertise in a fast-paced and results-driven environment. Being outsourced by Brunel means you have a contract with Brunel. Not only do you have a contract, you are guaranteed a great career! Our primary and secondary terms of employment are excellent.

In addition, we offer you:

  • Discount on your pension premium and various insurances.
  • A flexible benefits package.
  • 26 vacations with the option to buy extra.
  • An excellent salary: €6000-7500 (depends on experience).
  • Opportunity for various bonuses.
  • Discounts on cultural and sporting outings.
  • Possibilities to further develop your soft/hard skills.
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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!