Principal Development Engineer

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Development Engineer to join their dynamic team in Northampton. This role involves delivering innovative customer projects focused on future powertrain developments, including advanced internal combustion engines and hybrid systems. You will leverage your extensive automotive engineering experience to contribute to diverse projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes through effective communication and technical expertise. With a strong emphasis on internal talent development, this position offers opportunities for growth in both technical and managerial capacities. If you are passionate about automotive advancements and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in automotive development engineering is essential.
• Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Involved in vehicle integration and component inspection.
• Conduct failure analysis and technical report writing.

Skills

Automotive Development Engineering

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Report Writing

Technical Presentation Skills

Computer Literacy

Knowledge of Automotive Electrification Technologies

Time Management

Tools

AVL Converto

MATLAB

MS Office

Job description

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Principal Development Engineer, Northampton

Client: MAHLE

Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: -

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: d7e79eb9c3a7

Job Views: 5

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

Role of the Department

Working within the Development team, you will be actively involved in delivering customer projects for future powertrain developments. The department provides consultancy services in areas such as advanced internal combustion engines, batteries, hybrid systems, low carbon fuels, and more. We seek exceptional engineers with inquisitive and flexible mindsets to support our diverse projects. You will gain broad technical knowledge and experience, supported by our specialists. We prioritize internal talent development through training, technical growth, and increased responsibilities including project and personnel management.

Duties:

• Vehicle integration
• Component inspection, failure analysis, and root cause analysis
• NVH experience is beneficial
• Data manipulation and interpretation
• Technical report and presentation writing
• Understanding customer and commercial requirements

Your Skills and Experience:

• Significant relevant experience in automotive development engineering
• Experience in an automotive environment preferred
• High level of computer literacy
• Strong knowledge of engineering fundamentals
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Good data analysis skills
• Report writing and time management skills
• Technical presentation skills
• Knowledge of automotive electrification technologies (eMotors and Batteries) is highly desirable
• Experience with AVL Converto, MATLAB, and MS Office is desirable
• Knowledge of quality systems and procedures is advantageous
• German language skills are advantageous but not essential