Contract Position Outside IR35
On-site/Hybrid in West Sussex
Our Client, is seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Principal Design Engineer - Vehicle and Powertrain Integration on a contract basis. As part of the Global Mechanical Design team, you will be pivotal in leading design activities for vehicle engineering and powertrain integration, particularly for heavy-duty and off-highway vehicles used in defence and commercial applications.
Must have proven Engine Development experience, Leading Design Deliverable and use of CREO.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conceptual and definitive 3D mechanical design of systems, assemblies, and complex components, including the integration of powertrain, steering, braking, and auxiliary systems into vehicles.
- Detailed mechanical design tasks including stress calculations, FMEA, 2D detailing, and tolerance stacks.
- Collaboration with FEA/Simulation teams to ensure design validation.
- Working closely with manufacturing engineers to meet DFMA requirements.
- Management of Bill of Materials (BOM).
- Creation of technical reports and documentation for engineering projects.
- Liaison with suppliers and other departments to ensure timely information flow and customer request handling.
- Coaching and mentoring of design engineers in design techniques.
- Taking on project roles such as Lead Designer, including technical planning, delegation, and execution of vehicle engineering tasks.
- Ensuring all designs comply with regulatory, safety, and customer standards.
- Understanding market sector trends and developments.
Job Requirements:
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field, or equivalent technical experience.
- Substantive experience in Mechanical Design Engineering with a focus on vehicle engineering and powertrain integration.
- In-depth mechanical design knowledge in areas such as vehicle component integration, braking systems, steering systems, and powertrain integration.
- Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including interpretation of FEA and CFD results.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes and experience with DFMA.
- Proficient in producing and checking 2D technical drawings with high GD&T competency.
- Experienced user of Creo Parametric and familiarity with PLM systems, preferably Windchill.
- Leadership experience in small teams.
- Advanced capabilities in Microsoft Office.
- Experience with commercial vehicle and off-highway applications in defence is advantageous.
Personal Attributes:
- Willingness to work on Defence projects classified up to and including Secret.
- Willingness to work on-site in West Sussex.
- Confident, proactive, and adaptable with the ability to lead in challenging situations.
- Strong technical and report writing skills in English.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Ability to prioritise and organise multiple projects and tasks to meet tight deadlines.
