Powertrain Component Engineer (Gasoline)

Futura Design Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Futura Design Limited in Coventry is seeking a Lead Powertrain Component Engineer (Gasoline) to join our growing automotive team on a permanent basis. You will define, design, develop and sign off installed powertrain components and systems across cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, driveline and transmission.

The role requires strong experience with gasoline powertrains, CATIA V5, and supplier collaboration to meet programme targets.

Qualifications

• Experience in gasoline powertrain component and vehicle development.
• Familiarity with Design Verification Plans (DVPs) and FMEAs.
• Experience with automotive test and validation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Specify, design, develop and sign-off installed powertrain components and systems (cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, driveline, transmission).
• Manage integration to meet vehicle programme targets (timing, durability, performance, quality).
• Lead interface with suppliers to meet technical specifications and assist RFQ evaluations.

Skills

Powertrain development

CATIA V5

Supplier management

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

Our client, based in Coventry, is searching for a Lead Powertrain Component Engineer (Gasoline) to join the company on a permanent basis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Specify, design, develop and sign-off of installed powertrain components and systems including cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, driveline and transmission.
• Manage the integration and sign-off of powertrain components and systems to meet vehicle programme targets (timing, durability, performance and quality).
• Define system requirements, interfaces, packaging constraints and integration targets in support of vehicle development.
• Lead interface with external engine and component suppliers to develop systems and components to agreed technical specifications.
• Support the purchasing team by providing technical content for RFQs and contributing to the technical evaluation of supplier offerings.
• Support FMEA activities to identify technical risks and ensure appropriate mitigation actions are implemented.
• Develop Design Verification Plans (DVPs) and associated engineering validation documentation.
• Support component, subsystem and vehicle testing and validation activities throughout the development programme.
• Apply structured problem-solving methods to diagnose and resolve powertrain integration and vehicle development concerns.
• Support prototype vehicle builds and provide hands-on engineering support to resolve installation and integration issues.
• Work closely with Manufacturing to agree feasible manufacturing solutions and ensure Design for Manufacture principles are incorporated.
• Identify, communicate and manage technical risks, open issues and engineering actions across the powertrain workstream.
• Work flexibly across a range of powertrain components and systems according as required.

Essential Skills, Experience and Knowledge Required:

• Strong experience in gasoline powertrain component and vehicle development.
• Experience using CATIA V5 within an automotive engineering environment.
• Experience developing one or more major installed powertrain components or systems such as cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, driveline or transmission.
• Good understanding of complete powertrain installation and the interfaces between powertrain systems and the vehicle.
• Understanding and practical knowledge of Design Verification Plans (DVPs) and FMEAs.
• Strong understanding of automotive test and validation procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of and experience using structured problem-solving methods.
• Experience managing suppliers and working through technical issues to achieve the required engineering solution.
• Confidence to challenge technical errors or concerns with suppliers and internal engineering teams where necessary.
• Awareness of Design for Manufacture principles and their application to component and system development.
• Understanding of engineering change processes and the progression of components through vehicle development.
• Strong communication, time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt the level of involvement required across different powertrain systems.
• Confidence to advocate engineering solutions while understanding the compromises required across vehicle attributes, timing and manufacture.
• Engineering degree or equivalent qualification within a relevant subject.
• Willingness and ability to travel globally to support development, supplier activities, customer events and concern resolution.

Desirable Skills, Experience and Knowledge Requested:

• Experience supporting prototype vehicle builds and hands-on vehicle development activities.