Powertrain Engineer responsible for designing and developing high-performance combustion engine components. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to resolve powertrain issues in automotive projects.
Responsibilities
Design and develop engine components and subsystems from concept through development and release for vehicle programmes
Investigate and resolve powertrain failures identified in service, implementing robust engineering solutions
Support the design and integration of engine systems within the wider vehicle architecture
Contribute to the evaluation and application of appropriate powertrain technologies across engine programmes
Apply structured problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and implement corrective actions
Utilise methodologies such as 8D, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Fishbone/Ishikawa, and IS/IS NOT analysis
Manage Quality Concern Reports (QCRs) and Quality Notifications (QNs), ensuring effective resolution and documentation
Ensure engine components integrate effectively with vehicle systems and meet programme requirements
Coordinate Design for Assembly, Manufacture, and Service reviews with relevant departments
Ensure delivery of components and subsystems in line with programme timing and the Engineering Timing Release Schedule (ETRS)
Create and maintain technical documentation including technical specifications, DFMEA, and DVP documentation
Manage component and subsystem Bills of Materials (BoM) within SAP
Support design release activities in line with the organisation’s Automotive Development Process
Liaise with suppliers and development partners to deliver components to defined technical specifications and programme timelines
Support vehicle attribute owners with development reporting and performance evaluation
Prepare and present engineering updates for internal and external project reviews
Support component testing, validation, and evaluation activities.
Collaborate with the wider powertrain team during development, manufacturing launch, and vehicle integration activities.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
A 2:1 degree classification or higher is desirable
Additional training or certification in powertrain development processes or automotive engineering tools is advantageous
Strong technical knowledge of high-performance engine components and subsystems
Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D and Root Cause Analysis
Ability to develop engineering solutions from concept through production release
Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP, and technical specification documentation
Understanding of quality concern management processes and engineering investigation procedures
Experience using CATIA V5 (2D and 3D) for engineering investigation and design activities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools for documentation and reporting
Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across engineering disciplines and suppliers
Experience working within APQP or similar automotive development frameworks, including FMEA, component planning, and PPAP
Familiarity with SAP-based project management and BoM systems
Understanding of Finite Element Method (FEM) analysis for static and dynamic mechanical loading
Experience supporting vehicle attribute development and performance analysis
Experience working within automotive OEM or Tier-1 powertrain engineering environments is desirable
Demonstrated involvement in the design and development of engine components or systems within vehicle programmes
Experience supporting component development through concept, design validation, and production release
Track record of collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to deliver engineering solutions to defined cost, timing, and quality targets.
Benefits
Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges
We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects
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Competitive company benefits
Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo
As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, Communicating and promoting vacancies, Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job, Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required, Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
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