Principal Design Engineer

Job Description Purpose of Job
To be responsible for the technical delivery of systems within powertrain programmes and for major engine design programmes, including ‘clean sheet’ programmes to clients

Duties
This is a combined role where the successful candidate will spend approximately 75% of their time in a Design Leader role and the remaining 25% spent as a Technical Specialist covering one of the following areas of base engine or vehicle systems:
Short Engine
Lube Systems and cam drive
Cylinder head systems
Intake and exhaust
Accessory drives and cooling systems
EMS and emissions systems

Quantitative aspects
Number of employees responsible for – up to 5
Department budget £TBCk-
Other

Qualifications
A minimum of an HNC/Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Production or Aerospace Engineering is preferred
Alternatively an Apprenticeship served in Mechanical Engineering or postgraduate workshop experience together with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Powertrain Design, with previous responsibility for large Powertrain subsystems is acceptable

Skills and Experience
A minimum of 5 years’ experience in Powertrain Design, with previous responsibility for large Powertrain systems and subsystems
Good level of base engine knowledge is essential
Experience of major CAD systems such as Catia V5/6, UGNX and/ or PTC CREO
Team worker with good communication skills and a sense of humour, showing proven experience in a design leader role
Ideally be enthusiastic and creative, while utilising good organisational and planning skills
Experience of Microsoft Office is desirable

Competencies
Team work
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Responsible attitude towards work and colleagues
Trustworthy, enthusiastic and creative