Senior Engine Design and Development Engineer
Responsibilities
- Technical Design & Delivery
- Own technical responsibility and detailed component/sub-system knowledge for all high-performance ICE components and sub-systems.
- Lead the definition, design, and delivery of MAL engine systems in line with attribute, cost, and timing targets.
- Create and contribute to the Engine System Technical Product Specification, including engineering drawings, Tech Specs, and DFMA.
- Ensure compliance with BS 8888 and ISO GPS (Geometrical Product Specification) standards in all design outputs.
- Develop and execute component and sub-system BOM, DFA, FMEAs, DVP, and cost, timing, and quality targets in coordination with Purchasing and SQD teams.
Integration & Programme Support
- Collaborate with internal and external design and analysis teams to deliver technical specifications in line with Powertrain & Vehicle programme timing.
- Apply innovative solutions for the integration of Powertrain and Driveline technology, considering packaging, aerodynamics, and cooling systems.
- Ensure seamless component interface with the wider vehicle, including structural, packaging, and aero-cooling requirements.
- Support vehicle programme attribute owners with development activities and reporting.
- Plan and control design release aligned to project timing requirements.
Testing, Validation & Manufacturing Support
- Lead the execution and evaluation of component testing, supporting powertrain and vehicle development activities.
- Provide engineering support across vehicle manufacturing, launch, and production planning phases.
Stakeholder Management & Reporting
- Liaise with all internal and external stakeholders – Product Teams, Finance, Suppliers, and Executive leadership – to ensure programme compliance.
- Prepare and present material for internal and external project status reviews.
- Provide hands-on mentoring and technical support to junior Engineers and external resources.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering (mandatory).
- Significant industry experience in high-performance ICE design within OEM or motorsport (specific years commensurate with Senior Engineer grade).
- Experience in CATIA V5 and working to BS 8888 / ISO GPS standards is strongly preferred.
- Prior exposure to McLaren, motorsport, or high-performance supercar OEM programmes is advantageous.
Essential Skills
- Required Skills & Competencies
- Significant experience in high-performance automotive OEM or motorsport environment, with strong engine design, test, and production knowledge.
- Proven experience in OEM or Tier 1 component delivery, ideally in powertrain or driveline systems.
- Component and system design experience within an APQP or similar quality framework (FMEA, component planning, PPAP).
- Understanding and/or application of CAE methods to support digital analysis for combustion systems and structural/dynamic components.
- Excellent CATIA V5 2D/3D skills with strong BS 8888 and ISO GPS geometrical tolerancing application experience.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across supplier, OEM, and internal engineering functions.
- Proficiency in MS Office tools; ability to operate effectively in a hybrid work environment.
Desired Skills
3.2 Technical — Desirable
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering (mandatory).
- Significant industry experience in high-performance ICE design within OEM or motorsport (specific years commensurate with Senior Engineer grade).
- Experience in CATIA V5 and working to BS 8888 / ISO GPS standards is strongly preferred.
- Prior exposure to McLaren, motorsport, or high-performance supercar OEM programmes is advantageous.
Experience
Total Experience
5 to 10 years in automotive Powertrain Engineering – ICE Designs.
CAD Experience
5 to 10 years of hands-on CATIA design in a production vehicle programme environment.
