Powertrain Integration Engineer (Gasoline)

Futura Design Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Futura Design Ltd in Coventry seeks a Powertrain Integration Engineer (Gasoline) to join on a permanent basis. You will own gasoline powertrain integration across vehicle programmes, manage sign-off of systems, and collaborate with suppliers to meet targets.

The role requires strong experience in gasoline powertrain integration, DVPs/FMEAs, and DFMA awareness, with the ability to travel globally and support development and validation activities.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in gasoline powertrain integration and vehicle development.
• Experience developing major installed powertrain components or systems (cooling, air intake, exhaust, fuel, driveline, transmission).
• Good understanding of complete powertrain installation and interfaces with the vehicle.
• Knowledge of DVPs and FMEAs.
• Strong automotive test and validation knowledge.
• Structured problem-solving methods.
• Experience managing suppliers and addressing technical issues.
• Ability to challenge technical concerns with suppliers and teams where needed.
• Awareness of Design for Manufacture principles.
• Understanding engineering change processes.

Responsibilities

• Take 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 installed powertrain components and systems.
• Define system requirements, interfaces, packaging constraints and integration targets.
• Lead interface with external engine and component suppliers.
• Support RFQ content and technical evaluation from a powertrain perspective.
• Support FMEA activities to mitigate risks.
• Develop Design Verification Plans (DVPs) and engineering validation docs.
• Support prototype builds and testing across development programme.
• Apply structured problem-solving to diagnose and resolve issues.
• Work with Manufacturing to implement feasible manufacturing solutions.
• Identify and manage technical risks and actions across the powertrain workstream.

Skills

Gasoline powertrain integration

Powertrain installation & interfaces

DVPs & FMEAs

Automotive test & validation

Supplier management

Structured problem solving

Engineering change processes

DFMA awareness

Project coordination

Communication & time management

Flexibility across powertrain systems

Travel readiness

Engineering degree

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

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.