Mechanical Engineer (Hardware System)

Vallum Associates; Gaydon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Powertrain Engineer to design and optimize powertrains for hybrid and electric vehicles. This role requires strong mechanical engineering skills, practical experience with powertrain systems, and the ability to collaborate across teams. If you have a background in mechanical engineering and a passion for automotive technology, this contract position offers an exciting opportunity to impact the future of electrified propulsion systems.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of mechanical design and powertrain sizing for automotive applications.
• Practical experience with powertrain systems and their operation.
• Ability to interpret and analyze powertrain benchmarking data.

Responsibilities

• Design powertrains to meet vehicle performance requirements.
• Analyze market benchmarks related to hybrid and electric propulsion systems.
• Collaborate with teams to define system requirements.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Benchmarking analysis

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering

Job description

Overview

We are open for two locations - Gaydon or Whitely UK

Responsibilities

• Size and design powertrains to meet vehicle attribute and market performance requirements.
• Analyze market benchmarks and technologies related to hybrid (PHEV/MHEV) and electric propulsion systems.
• Integrate powertrain hardware with vehicle systems, ensuring proper mechanical and power supply interfaces.
• Collaborate with software, electrical, and vehicle integration teams to define system requirements.
• Support the development of next-generation electrified propulsion systems.

Must Have

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field with strong knowledge of mechanical design and powertrain sizing for automotive applications.
• Practical experience with powertrain systems and their operation.
• Strong project management, leadership, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and analyze powertrain benchmarking data.

Good to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Automotive Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in powertrain mechanical sizing for BEV or hybrid vehicle applications.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Automation Machinery Manufacturing