Senior Powertrain Systems Engineer - UK Relocation + Visa Sponsorship Available

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

A well-established engine manufacturing company based in Derbyshire, UK, is seeking a Senior or Principal Powertrain Systems Engineer. This role involves leading systems-level design for internal combustion engine components with a strong focus on technical specifications and validation. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience in powertrain systems design, particularly in base engine systems, and will mentor less experienced engineers. Relocation and visa sponsorship may be considered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of industry experience in powertrain systems design.
• Strong knowledge in systems like Valvetrain and Aftertreatment.
• Experience overseeing validation testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems-level design of internal combustion engine components.
• Define technical specifications and lead DFMEA reviews.
• Provide mentoring and technical leadership.

Skills

Systems engineering for internal combustion engines

Powertrain systems design

Technical leadership

Collaborative skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD tools (e.g., Creo, CATIA)

Job description

Senior / Principal Powertrain Systems Engineer – Derbyshire, UK

Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 + Benefits (flexible salary)

Company: Marcus Webb Associates Limited

Location: Foston, Derbyshire, UK

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior or Principal Powertrain Systems Engineer to take a leading role in the design and development of base engine systems for a well-established engine manufacturing company based in Derbyshire, UK.

Note: you will work on diesel and hydrogen combustion engine technologies.

This is a principal / lead engineer position requiring strong technical knowledge, leadership capability, and a proven track record in systems‑level design within the internal combustion engine (ICE) domain. The successful candidate will take ownership of major sub‑systems within engine programmes and provide technical direction across multidisciplinary teams and suppliers.

Note: This is not a CAD design role. It involves high-level systems engineering, including requirements capture, technical specifications, tolerance analysis, validation planning, and supplier oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead systems‑level design of internal combustion engine components and subsystems (diesel or gasoline), with full lifecycle ownership from concept through validation.
• Define technical specifications, lead DFMEA reviews, and coordinate design validation and verification activities.
• Act as the senior technical point of contact for suppliers delivering detailed component designs.
• Collaborate with in‑house development, test, and manufacturing teams to ensure design intent is achieved.
• Provide mentoring and technical leadership to less experienced engineers when required.

Required Skills & Experience

• A degree (or higher qualification) in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Motorsport Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of post‑graduate, industry‑based experience in powertrain systems design, specifically in base engine systems.
• Proven experience in systems engineering for internal combustion engines across applications such as automotive, off‑highway, rail, marine, or power generation.
• Strong knowledge and hands‑on experience in one or more of the following systems (e.g. Valvetrain design (DOHC / SOHC), Timing gear systems, Crankcase ventilation (CCV), Aftertreatment systems (e.g., DEF / SCR), Fuel systems, including hydrogen experience, Air handling systems (e.g., intake manifolds, throttle bodies)).
• Ability to interpret and manipulate CAD data (prior use of tools such as Creo or CATIA is advantageous).
• Experience overseeing validation testing and collaborating with external suppliers on technical delivery.

Additional Information

This is a full‑time, office‑based role in Derbyshire, UK. Relocation and visa sponsorship can be considered for the right candidate. Commutable from: Rocester, Stoke‑on‑Trent, Derby, Nottingham, Birmingham, Uttoxeter, Stafford, Burton‑on‑Trent.