Senior Engine Engineer — Motorsport, Flexible Hours

Motorsport Network, LLC; Dovenby Hall; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life assurance

Flexible working day

Company contributed pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Discount reward scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Company healthcare plan

Long service awards

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

M-Sport UK, based at Dovenby Hall, is seeking an experienced Engine Engineer to join the Engine Engineering team. You will lead development and continuous improvement of high-performance competition engines, working with engine builders, design engineers and partners to maximise performance and reliability.

You will oversee dyno programmes, analyse test data, document development plans and provide technical leadership across the build and testing activities, while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification: BEng or MEng in Motorsport Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience in engine development, engine testing, or high-performance powertrain engineering.
• Strong understanding of internal combustion engines and performance optimisation.
• Ability to interpret engine data and make evidence-based decisions.
• Experience with structured problem solving to improve reliability.
• Good communication within a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to manage workloads and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Engine Development: Lead the development and continuous improvement of high-performance competition engines, focusing on performance, reliability and durability.
• Dyno & Test Support: Plan, oversee and analyse engine dyno programmes, ensuring test objectives are met and performance targets achieved.
• Data Analysis: Analyse engine test and event data to identify performance trends, diagnose issues and recommend engineering improvements.
• Technical Leadership: Provide technical support and guidance to Engine Builders and Junior Engineers throughout engine build, development and testing activities.
• Engineering Documentation: Produce and maintain accurate technical documentation, including build specifications, engineering reports, development plans and technical procedures.
• Problem Solving: Investigate engine-related issues using structured root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Design, Manufacturing, Purchasing and Quality teams to deliver engine programmes efficiently and to the highest standard.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve engine performance, manufacturing processes and component reliability through innovative engineering solutions.
• Event & Test Support: Attend domestic and international test events and competitions, providing trackside engineering support when required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

IT literacy

Teamwork & initiative

Problem solving

Education

BEng or MEng in Motorsport/Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering software packages

Job description

M-Sport UK, based at Dovenby Hall, is seeking an experienced Engine Engineer to join the Engine Engineering team. You will lead development and continuous improvement of high-performance competition engines, working with engine builders, design engineers and partners to maximise performance and reliability.

You will oversee dyno programmes, analyse test data, document development plans and provide technical leadership across the build and testing activities, while collaborating with