Senior Design Engineer - Powertrain

ZipRecruiter; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established high-performance motorcycle manufacturer is looking for a Senior Design Engineer for their Powertrain project. This hybrid role involves developing CAD models, supporting engine design, and working collaboratively to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability. Candidates must have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and significant experience in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CAD design experience in automotive or motorcycle industry.
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems and mechanical design principles.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings of powertrain components.
• Support the design and development of internal combustion engines and hybrid/electric powertrains.
• Conduct design reviews and implement feedback from testing.

Skills

CAD design experience in automotive or motorcycle industry

Proficiency with PTC Creo

Understanding of powertrain systems

Experience with GD&T

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

PTC Creo

Job description

Job Description

Position: Senior Design Engineer - Powertrain

Location: Hybrid from Solihull

Position Type: Contract

Outside IR35

About the company

A well-established high-performance motorcycle manufacturer is currently looking for a Senior Design Engineer for their Powertrain project

45 hours per week

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of CAD design experience in the automotive or motorcycle industry
• Proficiency with PTC Creo
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems and mechanical design principles
• Experience with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Additional Information:

Deliverables

• Develop 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings of powertrain components (e.g., engine cases, cylinder heads, crankshafts, transmission gears, covers, intakes and exhausts)
• Create assemblies and integrate them into complete motorcycle models, ensuring compatibility and packaging feasibility
• Support the design and development of internal combustion engines and hybrid/electric powertrains
• Perform tolerance stack-ups, material selection, and design for manufacturability (DFM)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, testing, procurement, and vehicle integration
• Conduct design reviews and implement feedback from simulation, validation, and prototype testing

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