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Automotive
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Coventry, United Kingdom
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Simulation Design Engineer

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a talented Simulation Design Engineer to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of automotive production. Using advanced simulation techniques, you will analyze and optimize manufacturing and logistics processes to drive efficiency, improve throughput, and support strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement Discrete Event Simulation models using Witness to optimize automotive production processes.

  • Conduct bottleneck analysis and recommend strategies to enhance operational efficiency.

  • Determine buffer size requirements and assess the impact of different model derivative mixes on production flow.

  • Perform volume throughput increase studies and evaluate system "what-if" scenarios.

  • Ensure process adherence to vehicle derivative sequencing and build-to-sequence rules.

  • Optimize material flows and logistics, including:

    • Onsite material movements (lineside deliveries, marketplace transfers).

    • Material movements between sites to improve supply chain efficiency.

    • AGV quantity estimation and identifying operational hotspots.

    • Racking studies to maximize space and efficiency.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex data insights into clear recommendations.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in automotive production environments.

  • Hands-on expertise with Witness Discrete Event Simulation toolset.

  • Strong Excel VBA skills for data analysis and model enhancement.

  • Experience in modelling assembly lines to improve efficiency.

  • Strong analytical skills with a focus on bottleneck analysis and process optimization.

  • Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

  • A collaborative team player who can work effectively across departments.

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Company Description

Segula UK are a Global Engineering Service provider operating from 37 Countries, we have 15,000 engineers and annual revenue in excess of £1bn.  We deliver key resource and knowledge to clients across four main sectors, Automotive, Rail, Energy and Aerospace. Working alongside some of the worlds largest engineering companies, delivering large scale projects that shape the future of innovation. 

 

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