Powertrain Systems Engineer – ICE & Drivetrain

AirQ; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

AirQ in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly capable Powertrain Engineer to join the R&D Mechanical Engineering team, focused on ICE integration, drivetrain systems, and full powertrain architecture development for complex platforms.

The role emphasizes end-to-end system ownership, engine integration, gearbox design, and validation across testing and cross-functional collaboration with controls, electrical, and manufacturing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years in powertrain, ICE, or drivetrain engineering.
• Hands-on experience with internal combustion engines (2-stroke or 4-stroke).
• Experience in prototype assembly, integration, and troubleshooting.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary engineering environments.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end ICE powertrain system integration within mechanical platforms.
• Define and maintain propulsion and drivetrain system architecture.
• Ensure full system integration, reliability, and performance compliance.
• Integrate engines into new and existing platforms.
• Design gearboxes and CVT interfaces; optimize gear ratios.
• Perform torque, power, vibration, and thermal analyses.
• Contribute to testing, validation, and root-cause analysis.
• Collaborate with controls, electrical, and manufacturing teams.
• Prepare assembly drawings and interface documentation.

Skills

Powertrain

CAD tools

Drivetrain dynamics

Engineering calculations

PDM/PLM

Cross-functional

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

CATIA

NX or equivalent

Job description

AirQ in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly capable Powertrain Engineer to join the R&D Mechanical Engineering team, focused on ICE integration, drivetrain systems, and full powertrain architecture development for complex platforms.

The role emphasizes end-to-end system ownership, engine integration, gearbox design, and validation across testing and cross-functional collaboration with controls, electrical, and manufacturing teams.