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Technology Director - NEXCEL
Req ID 72267BR Job category Research & Technology Sub-category Research, Development & Technology Countries (State/Region) United Kingdom - South East Location Pangbourne Apply now
Role synopsis
This role will lead all aspects of the Technology development of Nexcel including:
Develop and implement technical strategy for NEXCEL to include, product development, integration approach, formulation development
Actively create the thought leadership around NEXCEL to ensure a lasting competitive advantage
A key leadership role within the Nexcel team and in the wider BP Castrol business
Creation and management of board level Vehicle Manufacturer account relationships, specifically on technology
Management of external technical specialist and consulting engineers
Drive a compelling program of OEM engagement to understand requirements and influence take-up of the technology, problem solving along the way to overcome barriers
In addition close involvement in the manufacturing scale up, and development of the supply chain strategy.
Recruitment strategy to support the Nexcel ambitions of mass market growth
The successful candidate will be a recognised automotive leader with expertise in automotive power-train, vehicle and lubricant technology with a track record of delivering innovative solutions and a capability to think out-side of the box.
The role will sit on the NEXCEL leadership team, and will be involved in aspects of the management of this fast growing business unit, as well as line management of the technical team.
Key accountabilities
Develop and deploy the NEXCEL technology from concept to production delivery
Build further confidence and support for the program from OEM customers at senior level and from BP stakeholders
Adoption of the technology on program for key OEMs
A compelling and innovative future technology pipeline with clear deliverables and milestones consistently met
Team leadership of a high performing technology team
Accountability for both internal and external NEXCEL technical facilities and equipment, including dedicated lab and workshop facilities
Thought leadership in automotive design and operation
Value mapping of activities to establish a participation strategy
Delivery of a high technology hardware solution in an efficient and creative manner, effectively managing risk and pace
Complexity of developing solutions appropriate to multiple OEMs while retaining simple design principles and reducing cost
Breadth of technical expertise from automotive engineering, lubricant product development, and production approaches
Essential Education
Educated to degree level
Essential experience and job requirements
The job holder will be a highly experienced, and externally recognised automotive expert with significant experience within the automotive industry with proven:
Strong track record of delivery of automotive technology projects to product implementation
Experience of working in collaboration with multiple automotive partners
Excellent influencing skills (from the Board room to the factory floor)
Strong contact map within the Automotive sector
Ability to lead a team of highly motivated engineers and technical specialists for successful delivery.
The ability to manage multiple projects and supplier accounts.
Great team player and ability to work closely with colleagues.
Energy enthusiasm and a drive to deliver
The ability to take complex issues and problems and articulate them simply and in an engaging, succinct, jargon-free way
Adaptable communication – able to work in different countries, cultures and environments
Positive can do attitude and able to think outside the box and open to new ideas
The ability to rapidly evaluate risk in projects and to make decisions based on balance of success
Ability to draw on creative skills to generate new and ground-breaking propositions
Other Requirements (e.g. Travel, Location)
Nexcel is a multi-million dollar programme with very high revenue potential and is a key strategic pillar for the Castrol business. It has strong support from the BP CEO and the business leadership
This is a Global programme with headquarters in Reading UK. Travel to technology partners and to vehicle OEMs will be a necessary part of the role
Desirable criteria & qualifications
Must be able to influence at all levels and translate complex information into plain English
Team Leadership and strong influencing ability
The individual should be able to demonstrate excellence in the areas of:
Product technology
Track record of delivery of Automotive technology programmes
OEM relationship management
IP strategy
Relocation available
Yes - Domestic (In country) only
Travel required
Yes - up to 25%
Is this a part time position?
No
About BP
Our business is the exploration, production, refining, trading and distribution of energy. This is what we do, and we do it on a truly global scale. BP operates with business activities and customers in more than 80 countries across six continents. Every day, we serve millions of customers around the world. We are continually looking for talented, committed and ambitious people to help us shape the face of energy for the future.
GFT and GLT together comprise almost 800 staff world-wide. GLT includes Automotive, Aviation, Industrial and Marine and Energy lubricant technology, as well as GPS. GFT comprises Fuels, Coke, Bitumen and Hydrogen technology.
Pangbourne is the centre of a global network of fuels and lubricants technology centres around the world. Key lubricant product ranges include engine oils, brake fluids and anti-freezes for cars, trucks and motorbikes, as well as fluids and greases for shipping and industrial applications. Other major product development centres for lubricants are in Neuhof (Germany) where all BP's transmission and axle oils are developed, Naperville (US) and Mönchengladbach (Germany), where specialised industrial fluids such as cutting oils and metal forming fluids are formulated. Smaller satellite technology centres provide local technical support to the lubricants businesses and manufacturing operations in the regions.
BP’s Fuels Value Chains (FVCs) supply transportation fuels to markets in North America, Europe, Southern Africa, Australia and New Zealand. In addition to the Pangbourne site, GFT teams are also based in Naperville (US), Bochum (Germany) and Cape Town (South Africa), where they provide direct support to the regional Fuels Value Chain businesses.
Segment
Downstream
Closing Date
04-Jun-2016
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