Design Engineer (Engine Systems)

RHL; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

RHL is seeking a Design Engineer (Engine Systems) for a 12‑month renewable contract on‑site in Peterborough. You will design air/fuel systems for heavy vehicles, lead design reviews and work with global teams to implement durable, compliant solutions.

The role requires 6–8 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s in Engineering, and strong Creo/Teamcenter skills. APQP, FMEA and DVP&R experience is essential for delivering robust projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• 6–8 years of relevant experience.
• Strong mechanical fundamentals and engine knowledge.
• Proficient in Creo CAD and Teamcenter PLM.
• Experience with APQP, FMEA and DVP&R.
• Experience with heavy vehicles or related sectors.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan and deliver air/fuel system and component development projects to time, cost and quality targets.
• Communicate design status, project progress and key technical issues to peers, stakeholders and management.
• Lead design reviews to secure cross‑functional support for new designs, supplier nomination and capital investment.
• Work with suppliers to develop specifications and deliver robust solutions using APQP.
• Assess technical risk using FMEA and define/coordinate simulation and validation activities (DVP&R).
• Investigate and resolve technical issues using 8D methodology.
• Partner with Product Management to capture customer needs and translate them into design requirements.
• Produce and review technical documentation and reports to support production design release.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams to implement solutions across worldwide facilities.
• Apply Lean principles and capture lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Creo CAD

Engine systems

APQP & FMEA

DVP&R

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Teamcenter

Job description

Design Engineer (Engine Systems) (D&M070926) Peterborough, England

Salary: GBP30 - GBP32.66 per hour + Holiday, pension

Design Engineer (CREO) |12-month renewable contract | On-site Peterborough | Inside IR35 | £32.66/hr PAYE

Role summary

We’re recruiting a Design Engineer with proven experience designing fuel and/or air systems for large/heavy vehicles. This is a 12‑month renewable contract, working on‑site in Peterborough alongside designers and engineers within the heavy vehicles industry.

Key responsibilities

• Design, plan and deliver air/fuel system and component development projects to time, cost and quality targets.
• Communicate design status, project progress and key technical issues to peers, stakeholders and management.
• Lead design reviews to secure cross‑functional support for new designs, supplier nomination and capital investment.
• Work with suppliers to develop specifications and deliver robust solutions using APQP.
• Assess technical risk using FMEA and define/coordinate simulation and validation activities (DVP&R).
• Investigate and resolve technical issues using 8D methodology.
• Partner with Product Management to capture customer needs and translate them into design requirements.
• Produce and review technical documentation and reports to support production design release.
• Collaborate with global engineering teams to implement solutions across worldwide facilities.
• Apply Lean principles and capture lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.

Required skills & experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent knowledge/experience).
• 6–8 years’ relevant engineering experience.
• Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals and understanding of engine components/systems and component development.
• High level of CAD/PLM capability: Creo (design) and Teamcenter (PLM).
• Experience designing powertrain and/or engine components.
• Comfortable supporting peer reviews, sharing learning and developing robust solutions.
• Ability to research and resolve problems autonomously.
• Good understanding of manufacturing principles and processes.
• Fuel systems (high/low pressure), air systems, EGR systems, turbochargers, manifolds.
• Leading/participating in APQP, FMEA and DVP&R.
• Simulation, rig testing and complete system testing.
• Background from heavy vehicles, aerospace, marine or military sectors.

Inside IR35 | £32.66 per hour PAYE

On-site: Peterborough