Senior Design Engineer - Powertrain

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading high-performance motorcycle manufacturer seeks a Senior Design Engineer for their Powertrain project. This role demands strong CAD skills in mechanical design, particularly in powertrain systems. The position offers a collaborative work environment and requires significant experience in the automotive industry.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CAD design experience in the automotive or motorcycle industry.
• Strong understanding of powertrain systems and mechanical design principles.
• Experience in developing 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D CAD models and 2D technical drawings of powertrain components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing and testing.
• Conduct design reviews and implement feedback from testing.

Skills

CAD design

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

PTC Creo

GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)

Job description

Location: Hybrid from Solihull

Position Type: Contract

About the company

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

Job Details

• 45 hours per week
• 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 Responsibilities

• 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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Important

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