Powertrain Integration Engineer (Gasoline)

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

Job summary

Futura Design in Coventry seeks a Powertrain Integration Engineer (Gasoline) to join on a permanent basis. You will take technical ownership of gasoline powertrain integration across vehicle programmes and drive sign-off of powertrain systems to meet targets.

You will define system requirements, interfaces and packaging constraints, lead supplier interactions, and contribute to testing, validation and DFMA considerations across multiple powertrain components.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Strong experience in gasoline powertrain integration and vehicle development.
• Knowledge of DVPs and FMEAs and automotive test/validation.
• Experience managing suppliers and resolving technical issues.

Responsibilities

• Take technical ownership of gasoline powertrain integration across assigned vehicle programmes.
• Manage integration and sign-off of powertrain systems to meet programme targets.
• Support specification, design, development and sign-off of powertrain components and systems including cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, driveline and transmission.
• Define system requirements, interfaces and integration targets for vehicle development.
• Lead interface with external engine and component suppliers to meet technical specs.
• Support RFQs and technical evaluation of supplier offerings.
• Develop Design Verification Plans (DVPs) and validation documentation.
• Support vehicle testing and validation throughout development.
• Apply structured problem-solving to diagnose and resolve powertrain issues.

Skills

Gasoline powertrain integration

Vehicle development

DVPs & FMEAs

Supplier management

Problem solving

Design for Manufacture

Global travel

Communication

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

CATIA V5

Job description

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

Key Responsibilities:

• Take technical ownership of gasoline powertrain integration across assigned vehicle programmes.
• Manage the integration and sign-off of powertrain systems to meet vehicle programme targets (timing, durability, performance and quality).
• Support the specification, design, development and sign-off of installed powertrain components and systems including cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, driveline and transmission.
• 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 integration and vehicle development.
• 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 using CATIA V5 within an automotive engineering environment.
• Experience supporting prototype vehicle builds and hands‑on vehicle development activities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes relevant to installed powertrain components and systems