Design Engineer (air and fuel system components)

ZipRecruiter; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering recruitment agency seeks a Design Engineer for a leading manufacturer in Peterborough. This 12-month contract role requires 6-8 years of relevant engineering experience and involves designing air and fuel systems. Candidates must possess strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and experience with CAD software. Interested applicants should submit their CV as the company cannot sponsor visas.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of relevant engineering experience required.
• Design experience with air/fuel systems preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing principles and processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and deliver air/fuel component development projects.
• Communicate design and project status to stakeholders.
• Lead design reviews and collaborate with global teams.

Skills

Mechanical engineering fundamentals

CAD (Creo)

PLM systems (Teamcenter)

Lean methodology

Problem-solving techniques

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD software (Creo)

PLM systems (Teamcenter)

Job description

Job Description

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Design Engineer (air and fuel system components) for a leading manufacturer of construction, mining equipment, engines, turbines, and locomotives based in Peterborough. This is a 12-month contract role, requiring 5 days on site. Pay Rate: £35.97ph PAYE or £48.82ph Umbrella.

Duties of the role/Responsibilities

1. Design, plan, and deliver air/fuel system/component development projects to meet time, cost, and quality goals.
2. Communicate design and project status, including key issues, to peers, stakeholders, and management.
3. Lead design reviews to gain cross-functional support for new designs, supplier nominations, and capital investments.
4. Collaborate with suppliers to develop specifications and deliver quality solutions through APQP.
5. Assess technical risks via FMEA; coordinate simulation and validation activities (DVP&R).
6. Investigate and resolve technical issues using 8D methodology.
7. Work with Product Management to understand customer needs and design requirements.
8. Write and review technical information and reports to support production design release.
9. Collaborate with global teams to implement engineering solutions worldwide.
10. Reflect on lessons learned, using Lean methodology to identify improvement opportunities.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent knowledge/experience).
• 6-8 years of relevant engineering experience.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals, engine components, and/or systems.
• Design experience with CAD (Creo) and PLM systems (Teamcenter).
• Experience designing powertrain and/or engine components.
• Support peer reviews and collaborate to develop robust solutions.
• Use research techniques to independently solve problems.
• Good understanding of manufacturing principles and processes.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV. Please note our client cannot assist with visa sponsorship; candidates must have the right visa to work in the UK.

While we may not respond to all applications, PE Global will do our best to provide feedback. Your CV may be shared with multiple divisions, and you may be contacted for other suitable positions unless you specify otherwise in your application.