Body Systems Engineer

Lead BIW Engineer Hybrid- Oxford 6-month contract with Potential Extension Day rate: £32 - £42 per hour Inside IR35 Lead BIW Engineer Are you ready to push the boundaries of electric vehicle design? We are seeking a visionary Lead BIW Engineer to head the development of next-generation, premium Upper Body structures and moving closure systems. Starting from a clean sheet, you will use your technical expertise to create lightweight, high-performance architectures that set new global benchmarks for structural rigidity, crashworthiness, and aerodynamic integration. Your Impact Concept Architecture: Lead desktop architecture studies and develop robust structural concepts from proof-of-concept (POC) through to production. Cross-Functional Leadership: Collaborate closely with Studio Design, Crash Safety, NVH, and Manufacturing teams to negotiate and resolve early packaging and styling conflicts. Technical Benchmarking: Plan and execute physical vehicle teardowns and virtual CAD benchmarking of competitor bodies to evaluate sealing, mechanisms, and construction methods. Advanced Innovation: Investigate and prove out cutting-edge structural technologies, including mega-castings, extrusions, and advanced multi-material joining processes.Your Experience Industry Veteran: 10+ years of vehicle-level BIW architecture experience, with specific expertise in upper body structures and moving closures (doors, hoods, tailgates). Manufacturing Mastery: Deep understanding of aluminum stampings, high-pressure die castings (HPDC), and multi-material bonding technologies. CAD Expert: Highly proficient with advanced CAD platforms (Catia V5/V6 preferred) and robust PLM data management. Attributes Specialist: Proven ability to balance BIW design against critical EV performance metrics like mass-optimization, battery protection, and NVH insulation. Global Mindset: Strong communication skills with the flexibility to support international collaboration across the US, Europe, and Asia.This is an urgent vacancy where the hiring manager is shortlisting for an interview immediately. Please apply with a copy of your CV or send it manisha. Devaruppala @ randstaddigital .com Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy