Senior Transmission Engineer for High-Performance Vehicles

Gordon Murray Group

Windlesham

On-site

GBP 70,000 - 100,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Private medical scheme

Life assurance

Holiday loyalty bonus scheme

Enhanced pension plan

Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

Cycle to work scheme

Car lease salary sacrifice

Parking onsite

Job summary

Gordon Murray Group is seeking a Senior Engineer – Transmission Systems in Windlesham to lead the engineering, development and delivery of high-performance transmission components and systems for bespoke, low-volume vehicles. You will guide cross-functional teams from requirements through validation and production release, driving performance, safety, durability and quality.

The role demands hands-on leadership with deep expertise in manual gearboxes, differentials, clutches and hydraulic

Qualifications

5–10 years of experience in the design and engineering of high-performance transmission systems.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical, automotive, aerospace engineering or a similar discipline.
Proven experience as a Senior Engineer, with a track record of leading design and project engineering activities.
Experience within low-volume or bespoke high-performance vehicles.
In-depth knowledge of high-performance manual gearbox design.
Strong understanding of mechanical limited-slip differentials, synchronisers and H-pattern shift mechanisms.
Experience with clutch systems, including multi-plate and advanced friction materials.
Knowledge of hydraulic system sizing and high-clamping-pressure actuation.
Understanding of carbon composite friction dynamics, thermal dissipation and wear mechanics.
Experience with engineering design, structural optimisation and topology optimisation.
Hands-on experience with industry-standard CAD/CAE and multi-body simulation software.
Experience with BoM management, DFMEA, DVP and engineering release.
Experience working with suppliers on design-for-manufacture and component development.
Knowledge of global powertrain compliance requirements, including FMVSS, EPA, CARB and European Small Series approval processes.

Responsibilities

Lead the engineering, design and development of lightweight manual transmission systems.
Own the development of manual gearboxes, including mechanical limited-slip differentials, synchronisers and gating geometry.
Lead the development of H-pattern tactile gearshift mechanisms and associated ergonomics.
Develop high-performance clutch systems, including carbon ceramic and advanced composite multi-plate assemblies.
Support the design and development of high-clamping hydraulic actuation systems and lightweight driveshafts.
Define system and component requirements, technical specifications and attribute summaries.
Manage BoM structure, mass, design maturity and engineering release timing.
Lead feasibility studies, design reviews and technical risk assessments.
Carry out DFMEA from the earliest conceptual stages of design and use the outputs to develop DVP requirements.
Work closely with suppliers on design-for-manufacture and delivery of black-box and grey-box systems.
Ensure components and systems meet performance, mass, certification, compliance, aesthetics and sustainability requirements.
Create and maintain working-level engineering plans aligned with programme timing.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering teams and multidisciplinary stakeholders.
Present programme metrics, KPIs, risks and technical updates to the Principal Engineer / Function Group Lead and programme management.
Lead continuous improvement of transmission design processes, methodologies, tools and standards.
Review current design processes and establish appropriate design and drawing standards for transmission components.
Support the strategic development of component R&D and application for future programmes.