Design Engineer

MAHLE; Northampton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive engineering company seeks a Design Engineer to innovate powertrain systems. Responsibilities include designing components using CAD tools, collaborating with teams to meet performance and cost targets, and ensuring compliance with standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree, CAD software skills, and a passion for automotive technology.

Benefits

Collaborative work environment

Ongoing personal and career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in component or system design in automotive or mechanical engineering.
• Understanding of design for manufacture, materials, and production processes.
• Knowledge of design validation, DFMEA, and tolerance analysis methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D designs and engineering drawings for powertrain components.
• Support concept generation, feasibility studies, and design optimisation.
• Work closely with analysis, test, and manufacturing teams.

Skills

3D CAD software proficiency

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Automotive or related Engineering discipline

Tools

CATIA

Siemens NX

Job description

As a Design Engineer at MAHLE Powertrain, you will play a key role in the design and development of innovative powertrain systems and components for a range of automotive applications. Working as part of a collaborative engineering team, you will contribute to projects that drive efficiency, performance, and sustainability in mobility solutions.

Your Contribution

• Develop detailed 3D designs and engineering drawings for powertrain components and assemblies using industry-standard CAD tools (e.g. CATIA, NX).
• Support concept generation, feasibility studies, and design optimisation throughout the product development cycle.
• Work closely with analysis, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure designs meet performance, durability, and cost targets.
• Contribute to design reviews, applying engineering best practices, tolerance analysis, and DFMEA techniques.
• Provide technical support during prototype build, testing, and validation phases.
• Ensure all design activities comply with internal standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with global MAHLE teams, suppliers, and customers to align technical solutions with project objectives.
• Participate in continuous improvement and innovation initiatives to enhance design efficiency and product quality.

Your Experience and Qualifications

We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented engineer with a passion for automotive technology and an eye for design excellence.

• Degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or related Engineering discipline.
• Experience in component or system design within the automotive or mechanical engineering sector.
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD software (CATIA or Siemens NX preferred).
• Understanding of design for manufacture, materials, and production processes.
• Knowledge of design validation, DFMEA, and tolerance analysis methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Passionate about innovation and future propulsion technologies.

Our Offering

We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be, a screening call followed by Personal Interview(s)

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