Chief Engineer - Mechanical Engineering

Our client, a global engineering consultancy, is looking for a Chief Engineer – Mechanical Engineering, to join their team in Leamington Spa. This is a permanent position working 3 days on-site and 2 days at home.

They specialise in rapid engineering and development of sustainable electrified propulsion systems and related technologies, working directly with automotive, commercial vehicle, off-highway, aerospace, and defence OEMs, Tier-1s, and research bodies through their technical centres across North America, the U.K., and India.

Position Description:

You will apply innovation and initiative daily to design and prototype propulsion and actuation systems for sustainable technology, within a focused team. Their systems range from 1 Watt to mega-Watts, powering vehicles and applications across land, air, and water, enabling their clients to achieve unprecedented feats.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deliver technical work packages and entire projects within or above agreed margins.
2. Propose innovative R&D projects to the CTO.
3. Review and approve precision 2D manufacturing drawings according to standards.
4. Engage in business development within Mechanical Engineering, proposing scope, timelines, resources, and costs aligned with RFQs.
5. Utilise and oversee advanced simulation techniques and design tools for transmission, driveline, and actuation systems.
6. Develop new solutions to industry problems, leading to market-leading innovations.
7. Implement DSD's technical processes, setting standards for quality in drawings and reports.
8. Manage cross-functional projects, maintaining customer relationships and achieving financial targets.
9. Build and sustain strategic relationships to enhance revenue streams.
10. Contribute to the professional growth of team members.
11. Participate actively in the Mechanical Engineering quality system, developing technical and procedural capabilities.
12. Promote DSD through forums, conferences, and white papers.
13. Handle challenging proposals and quotes, strategizing project execution while managing risks.

You will need:

1. Extensive experience developing transmission systems in at least two sectors such as automotive, aerospace, off-highway, commercial vehicle, defence, clean energy, or marine.
2. High competency in design and CAE analysis of rotating systems.
3. Proficiency in applying GD&T for prototype and production components.
4. Successful track record in system integration projects.
5. Ability to develop compelling system propositions across engineering domains, including hydraulics, testing, controls, and electrified powertrains.
6. Experience solving challenging problems with innovative techniques.
7. Understanding of industry trends and technology applications.
8. Proven ability to apply non-standard solutions and mentor others.
9. Strong technical reputation and relationship management with customers and suppliers.
10. Experience managing large, multidisciplinary projects through their entire development cycle.
11. Expertise in key software packages like SMT MASTA, Romax, Creo, UGNX, Catia, Amesim, Recurdyn, Matlab, Altair, and Ansys.
12. Ability to generate and manage commercial opportunities successfully.
13. Understanding of the commercial aspects of a consultancy business is advantageous.