Jack Dyer

Jack Dyer - LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jack-dyer-78b27a11b Personal Summary Well-rounded and hands-on Mechanical Engineer with 8+ years of experience in the automotive industry, particularly in design, development, validation, and manufacturing of chassis systems. Proven leadership in cross-functional environments, including supplier coordination, testing, and project delivery for high-profile EV programs. Adept at managing complexity, supporting junior engineers, and driving robust engineering outcomes. Currently seeking opportunities in Singapore - my wife has secured a job and work permit there already. Key Skills • Chassis Systems & Vertical Dynamics • Project & Stakeholder Management • Supplier Coordination • Component & System-Level Testing • CAD interrogation (CATIA V5/3DX) • CAD Design (CREO, SolidWorks) • Engineering Tools: DFMEA, DVP, RMDV, DOORs • Project Management Tools: JIRA, AGILE • Manufacturing & Assembly Engineering • Interrogating Technical Drawings & GD&T • Software: SAP, WERS, Minitab, MS Office Work Experience Career Break - Backpacking with Wife Oct 2024 - June 2025 Taking time to explore Asia with my wife while considering our next career steps. Lead Module Engineer - Jaguar Land Rover, UK Nov 2023 - Oct 2024 • Led engineering delivery for chassis components (dampers, springs, auxiliary components) within the suspension team for the upcoming Electric Range Rover. • Managed a team of 3 engineers and a wide supplier base, collaborating cross-functionally with Vehicle Dynamics, Testing, and Durability teams. • Managed complexity and design gateway content; organised and supported system- and vehicle-level testing. • Reported issues and engineering status to senior stakeholders and program leadership. Project Engineer - Jaguar Land Rover, UK Sep 2018 - Nov 2023 • Delivered tuneable suspension components within the vertical dynamics team, including dampers, springs, and bushings. • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to ensure specification, testing, and timing alignment. • Led supplier meetings, reviewed technical drawings, and ensured compliance with JLR standards. • Effectively managed simultaneous engineering workstreams and documentation. • Permanently hired during COVID downturn - one of only two contract engineers retained. Design Engineer - HORIBA UK Oct 2017 - Sep 2018 • Designed manufacturing equipment for automotive clients using CAD/CAE tools. • Produced drawings with GD&T for internal and external manufacturing. • Worked cross-functionally with electrical, mechanical, and manufacturing teams. • Design scope included sheet metal, billet components, welded structures, ducting, and assemblies. Manufacturing Engineer - Vauxhall Motors (Sandwich Year) Jul 2015 - Jul 2016 • Led improvements in General Assembly through standardised tooling and process development. • Resolved line-side issues and designed jigs and fixtures using CAD. • Supported cross-shop coordination with Body and Paint departments. Education BEng Mechanical Engineering, 1st Class Honours Aston University, UK - (79%) • Completed Engineering Foundation Year (86%) • Team Captain, Formula Student: Led 12-member team through design, testing, and manufacturing of a race car • Key Projects: Spaceframe chassis, carbon/ally bodywork, impact attenuation, differential mounting, engine testing • Modules: Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Materials, Electrical Engineering, Quality, Project Management Wrenn School, UK- • A-Levels: Product Design (A), Geography (C) • GCSEs: A grades in English, Maths, Science, and others Languages • Fluent English • Basic Spanish Personal Interests • Travel - Experienced world traveller across Africa, South America, Europe, and Asia • Fitness - Regular gym-goer with a disciplined training routine • Music - Self-taught guitarist • Writing - Ongoing personal blog (www.abaldblokeabroad.com), and book projects References Available upon request