Senior Design Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment in Peterborough is seeking a Senior Design Engineer for a 12-month contract. The role involves designing core engine components and collaborating with suppliers to ensure high-quality solutions. Candidates should have a strong technical background and at least 6 years of CAD design experience. This position offers competitive pay and requires candidates to have the right to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years design experience in CAD.
• Strong technical background in mechanical or automotive engineering.

Responsibilities

• Design and packaging of core engine components.
• Working in a multi-disciplined global team.
• Conducting risk assessment through effective FMEA.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

HNC in Mechanical Engineering

Technical Degree in Automotive Engineering

Tools

CAD

Job description

Job Description

PE Global is currently recruiting for Senior Design Engineer (engines) for a leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment based in Peterborough.

Role is 12 months contract and paying up to 32.70 ph PAYE or £44.38 ph Umbrella.

Duties of the role/Responsibilities

• Design and packaging of a variety of core engine components which include:
• Major aluminium and cast iron castings, geartrain, valvetrain, drivetrain and in-cylinder components. Components related to breather, cooling & lubrication systems, FEAD systems
• Working in a multi-disciplined global team to ensure solutions meet customer, durability and functional requirements
• Developing strong relationships with suppliers where travel is encouraged to ensure design solutions are aligned to high quality and cost expectations
• Planning and managing project and sub-project deliverables, ability to lead
• Conducting risk assessment through effective FMEA on components and systems to identify and address design risks and determine validation needs.
• Conduct or generate reports to support component and system design reviews
• Maintain communication to peers, team leader and stakeholders with progress against planned activities
• Development of drawings to standards and other technical data to support the release of parts for prototype and volume production.
• Work with suppliers using APQP methodology and tools

Education/Experience

• Knowledge in a minimum of one or more of the following Core Engine systems: Rotating Systems, Valvetrain, Castings, Lubrication, Breather and Cooling systems, Bolted joint and sealing experience
• Minimum of 6 years design experience in CAD
• Strong technical background (HNC or technical degree in mechanical or automotive engineering) though other qualifications or experience are equally valued
• Good understanding of Component Manufacturing principles & processes
• Good understanding of Manufacturing Assembly principles
• Design knowledge of engine & mechanical components and systems
• Self-motivation and an ability to manage and deliver tasks to meet established commitments.
• Excellent communications skills & Teamwork
• To collaborate & manage interactions on behalf of Caterpillar with external suppliers to develop design solutions.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

***Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in UK***